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.

the escalating mistreatment, Richard listened intently. "I'm sorry to hear about your sister's ordeal, Anya. We need to ensure her safety. Tell me more about

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sought help. She endured this for her son. She seems to think there is no way out. But I want to get her out of that

to become colder as he talked. "I understand, Anya. We must prioritize Emma's safety. Do you

evidence for a while; if there's any way we can help

come into my office tomorrow with her. She needs to want to get out, or else I can do

you, Richard. I will stop by with her tomorrow; please text me the

Anya wasn't like her sister, Emma. He only needed to show weakness, and Emma willingly wore the wedding dress to help him out. Frustrated and angry, he

little problem. Anya is not cooperating," he

Do I need to help you convince her,

unwilling... maybe there is something else

forcing you. If so, then get your slot through someone else. I don't wish to be the devil of this

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

The next day,

nearby park Waiting amidst the trees and soft sunlight, Anya glanced anxiously at

momentarily before answering, "I'll explain when

tall office building. Anya and Emma walked into the glossy modern building, and Anya stated her name and was directed to the twelfth floor to Richard's office. The atmosphere shifted as they stepped into the lobby, the polished floors echoing with their footsteps. Anya had Emma wait while she asked a receptionist for Richard's office. Soon, they were led to large oak doors. A secretary had them wait before informing Richard they were there. All the while, Emma asked why they were at a legal office. She had seen the signposts when they walked in and understood they must be there to see a

to answer.

before leading Emma in. Inside the office

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

case with me. Please sit." Richard introduced the

preparing for

was stuck at the entrance, despite Anya's urge to walk in. The moment

Emma's reaction was unexpected. She

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