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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.

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

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to think there is no way out. But I want to get her out

as he talked. "I understand, Anya. We must prioritize Emma's safety. Do you have any evidence of the mistreatment? Text

evidence for a while; if there's any

to get out, or else I can do nothing. Anya. Let's schedule an appointment tomorrow to discuss

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

that Anya wasn't like her sister, Emma. He only

little problem. Anya is not cooperating," he

city bid happening soon. Do I need

she is unwilling... maybe

you promised your daughter to 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 would end the call, Martin Jones panicked, a determined glint in his

words held another meaning, but Hugo still caught it. Martin was going to hand her over by force. Hugo did

The next day,

at her watch. Soon, Emma emerged, looking confused. "What's going on, Anya? You sounded mysterious on the phone," Emma questioned as they hailed a

before answering, "I'll explain when we

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

to answer.

leading Emma in. Inside the office were Richard

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

with me. Please sit." Richard introduced the other

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

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

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