The Hockey Star’s Remorse

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Stepping into Mr. Erickson’s office felt like entering the lion’s den. The dim lighting cast an air of formality over the space, and I couldn’t help but feel a twinge of apprehension as I closed the door behind me. Mr. Erickson, with his imposing presence and air of authority, was seated behind his desk, a small smile tugging at his lips.

“Evie, come in,” he greeted, motioning for me to take a seat across from him. “I wanted to personally congratulate you on your recent victory in court. You handled the case brilliantly, and I always knew you had it in you.”

I mustered a smile, though my skepticism lingered just beneath the surface. Mr. Erickson had hardly been supportive of my endeavors before, often questioning my abilities and making my climb through the firm’s ranks all the more challenging. It was hard to believe his sudden change of heart.

“Thank you, Mr. Erickson,” I replied diplomatically, choosing my words carefully. “I appreciate your recognition.”

His smile widened, and he leaned forward, his fingers lacing together on the desk. “You see, Evie, I’ve been watching your progress closely. Your determination, your drive… it’s commendable.”

I raised an eyebrow, curiosity mingling with my wariness. “Is there a reason you called me in today, sir?”

His gaze held mine, his eyes seeming to bore into me. “I’ve been thinking, Evie. About your potential. About what you could achieve.”

My heart rate quickened, a sense of unease settling in the pit of my stomach. Something about his tone felt off, a touch too intimate for a professional setting.

“I’m glad to hear that, Mr. Erickson,” I replied cautiously. “But if there’s something specific you wanted to discuss…”

He leaned back in his chair, his gaze never leaving mine. “You know, Evie, success. often requires making connections. Aligning oneself with the right people.”

I frowned, my instincts sending warning signals through my mind. “I believe in earning my success through hard work and dedication, sir.”

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sometimes, opportunities present

the unspoken expectations that could come with climbing the ladder of success. But to

carrying a note of resolve, “I’ve worked tirelessly to get where I am. I

smile faded, and he regarded me with an intensity that made my skin crawl. “Very well, Evie. But you must understand,

appreciate your perspective, Mr. Erickson,

his voice followed me, dripping with thinly

was a stark

of unease that clung to me. The encounter with Mr. Erickson had left the questioning everything, casting

the papers con

whirlwind of conflicting emotions. How had it come to this? I had worked tirelessly to prove myself, to earn my place in a profession dominated by towering figures, and yet it seemed that

stalker Linda, and now the unsettling encounter with my own boss. It was as if the world around me had some strange vendetta. against me, each just as vicious

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of disillusionment settled in my mouth. How many more people were going to take advantage of me? How many more obstacles would I have to overcome to truly

help but think of Timothy. His presence in my life had been a source of comfort and confusion, a ray of light

cast a shadow over everything I had felt, and I couldn’t help but wonder

suspected that he wouldn’t let me off easily, that his subtle threats were merely a precursor to a battle that loomed

was

was determined to face, but the weight of the

suffocating.

back up. The office was abuzz with the usual flurry of activity, phones ringing, keyboards. clacking, and the distant murmur of conversations. My gaze was fixed on the computer screen before me, my fingers

away momentarily. I feared it was Timothy sending another apologetic text, but I was overcome with relief when I read

quick swipe, I unlocked my

cutie I gave a massage to? His name’s Mike and he actually came back

at Aria’s excitement. It seemed that her healing touch had made quite

screen as

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