MISTAKE 91

Chapter 91: preparing for divorce

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Anya was home when she suddenly recalled her sister's situation. She remembered hearing about Richard Madison, a senior from high school who led the chess club she was in. The other day, she had heard he was now a highly regarded divorce lawyer. According to them, he was not only entirely known in his field; he was in their city.

texted some friends from school and asked around for his information. After getting it,

she dialed his number.

"Richard, it's Anya Jones. We went to high school together."

Richard's warm voice came through the phone. "Anya, it's been long."

She could tell he was somewhat taken aback by her call. "Sorry, some friends from school said you have become a really good divorce lawyer, and I wanted to get your opinion on something,

she explained.

"Is this about your marriage?" he asked, his voice colder than she recalled. You will need to book an appointment. I usually don't take work off hours."

"No, it is about my sister Emma Jones. At the moment she goes by Emma Johnson," she said.

"Emma Johnson? I seem to have some time, so I'll summarize the details," he said after a

pause.

Anya narrated the distressing details of Emma's situation, her sister's arranged marriage to Charles, and the escalating mistreatment, Richard listened intently. "I'm sorry to hear about your sister's

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"Enima-hasn't sought help. She endured this for her son. She seems to think there is no way

seemed to become colder as he talked. "I understand, Anya. We must prioritize Emma's safety. Do you have any evidence of the mistreatment? Text messages, photos, anything that

any way we can help her legally, I'm

with her. She needs to want to get out, or else

stop by with her tomorrow; please

that Anya wasn't like her sister, Emma. He only needed to show weakness, and Emma willingly wore the wedding dress to

problem.

niece to me for a slot in the city bid happening soon. Do I need to help you convince her, too?" a cold voice said from the other side of the

she is unwilling... maybe

me and could not deliver, but you are making it sound like I am forcing you. If so, then get your slot through someone else. I don't wish to be the devil of this story. Afraid he

another meaning, but Hugo still caught it. Martin was going to hand her over by force. Hugo did not mind as long

The next day,

glanced anxiously at her watch. Soon, Emma emerged, looking confused. "What's going on, Anya? You sounded mysterious on the phone,"

hesitated momentarily before answering, "I'll explain when we arrive. It's important,

wait while she asked a receptionist for Richard's office. Soon, they were led to large oak doors. A secretary had them

to answer.

Anya knocked lightly before leading Emma

you for making time," Anya said the moment she walked Into the

Kent. He will be taking this case with me. Please sit." Richard introduced

preparing for

to walk in. The moment she saw who

greet them. However, Emma's reaction was unexpected.

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