The Hockey Star’s Remorse

Chapter 98

As I drove home from the law firm, my mind swirled with conflicting emotions. The day had been a

whirlwind, from assisting Jasper with his work to the impending confrontation. with Bruce. The weight of it all was starting to take a toll on me, and doubt gnawed at the edges of my resolve.

The sun dipped below the horizon, casting long shadows across the city streets. I couldn’t help but replay the memories of Bruce’s past assault in my mind. What would stop him from harming me, even with the police on my side?

As I stepped out of the car and made my way up to my apartment, I couldn’t shake the sense of unease that settled over me. The familiar surroundings of my home offered little comfort, and I found myself pacing back and forth, unable to settle my racing thoughts.

I knew I couldn’t let fear paralyze me. I had come this far, and I had a duty to not only myself but to all

the people who had likely suffered at Bruce’s hands. I needed.to confront my fears. head–on, to bring him to justice, and to put an end to the darkness that had haunted me for so long.

With a sigh, I stepped out and made my way into the apartment. I met Aria inside and she immediately dragged me into my room to get me ready.

The low hum of the city outside my apartment window seemed distant as I stood before my closet, staring at an array of provocative attire that she’d laid out before.

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Sensing my hesitation, Aria approached me with a reassuring smile. “Evie, I know this isn’t easy for you, but remember, we’re doing this to bring Bruce to justice. It’s all part of the plan,” she said.

I nodded, trying to push aside the wave of self–disgust that washed over me. “I know, Aria, but wearing this… It feels like I’m giving into him somehow.”

Aria placed a gentle hand on my shoulder, her eyes filled with empathy. “You’re not compromising yourself, Evie. You’re taking control of the situation and using it

to our advantage. Think of it as a disguise, a necessary step to trap him.”

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my wardrobe–a fitted black dress that left little to the imagination and high heels that added inches to my height. I felt a

mirror, feeling a mixture of vulnerability

costume. Beneath it all, you’re still the strong, resilient woman I

grateful for her unwavering support. “Thank you, Aria.

our way to the predetermined meeting point with the police. It was a chilly evening, and the dimly lit street seemed eerily quiet. A sense of unease settled over me as we

Aria and I were seated in the back, hidden from view by tinted windows. The van was

street.

microphone, explaining how they would communicate with me during the operation. As I adjusted the earpiece, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of

until Bruce arrived at the rendezvous point, at which point I would exit the vehicle and engage in conversation with him. The detectives would

voice low and reassuring. “Evie, you’ve shown tremendous courage in coming forward with this

getting the better of me. “I just… I can’t believe I

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nodded, his gaze unwavering. “We’ve been investigating Bruce for some time now, and your information could be the key to finally putting an- end

for me to approach, and I reluctantly extended my

it would be discrete enough to avoid. suspicion. It was surprisingly

“We’ll be monitoring everything from a safe distance. Once we get the signal, we’ll move in and apprehend

notification. I pulled it out with trembling hands and

was from Bruce.

and ominous: “I’m heading to the hotel. You’d

up.”

Aria through our prearranged signal. She

reminder of the mission we were embarking on. I took a deep breath,

approached the entrance, my heart racing with

the hotel’s entrance, I couldn’t help but glance back at Aria and the detectives, who were keeping a discreet distance. Aria’s eyes met mine, and she gave me an encouraging smile, mouthing the words, “Go

breath, I pushed open the hotel’s glass door and stepped into the opulent lobby. The chandeliers overhead cast a warm, golden hue, and the hushed conversations of guests

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