The Hockey Star’s Remorse

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As I left the law firm, my emotions were a swirling mix of triumph and trepidation.

I had just sued my boss, Mr. Erickson, and the repercussions of that bold move were yet to fully sink in.

My phone rang, and I fumbled to answer it. The familiar voice on the other end sent a shiver down my spine. It was Timothy.

“Evie,” he said, his voice filled with warmth, “we haven’t spoken in a while. How have you been?”

I could feel my heart race at the sound of his voice, still flustered by our recent trip to the beach. It had been a confusing and emotionally charged experience, and I had needed time to process it all.

“I’ve been… busy,” I replied, my voice trembling slightly. “A lot has happened.”

Timothy’s concern was evident in his tone. “Are you okay, Evie? You sound a little… frazzled.”

I took a deep breath, trying to steady my nerves. “I’ve just been through a lot. I sued my boss, Mr. Erickson.”

There was a pause on the other end of the line, and I could almost feel Timothy’s surprise through the phone. “You sued Mr. Erickson? Why?”

I went on to explain the harassment and wrongful termination I had experienced, as well as the battle in the courtroom that had ultimately cleared my name. Timothy listened attentively, his anger growing evident as I recounted the injustices I had faced.

“How can I help, Evie?” he asked, his voice filled with genuine concern.

I hesitated for a moment, grateful for his offer of support. “I appreciate your concern, Timothy. I really do. But I’ve got this covered. I’ll be representing myself against Mr. Erickson.”

Timothy’s voice grew insistent, his determination evident. “Evie, Ldon’t want you to go through this alone. You shouldn’t have to. If money is tight, I can fund a lawyer to assist in your lawsuit. You don’t have to do this by yourself.”

I was taken aback by his offer, his generosity and concern for my well–being touching my heart. I had never expected such a gesture from him, especially after the tumultuous turn our relationship had taken. I knew he

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had the resources to help, but accepting his offer was a complex decision, one that would require me to swallow my pride.

your offer, Timothy,” I said, my voice filled with gratitude. “But I’ve come this far, and I want to see it through on my own. I need to prove to myself

understanding, though I could sense his frustration and

want to see you overwhelmed. You don’t have to prove anything to me or anyone else. I just want

nodded, even though he couldn’t see me. “I

Timothy continued, more hesitantly. “Harassment lawsuits can

last time I’d had legal “assistance“, and Linda came to mind. “I’ve had my fair share of lawyers, Timothy, and most of them don’t cooperate well when money is involved. I can’t afford to trust someone

reassuring. “I understand your concerns, Evie, but this time, it’s different. I have a lawyer in mind, someone I trust completely. If money is a concern, I’m more than willing to fund

racing with doubts and fears. The scars of my previous legal battles were still fresh, and the thought

I’m not just anyone. I’m your friend, and I want to see you get through this unscathed. Trust me when I say that I’ll make sure the lawyer I recommend is the best in their field.

I bit my lip,

way to

the prospect of accepting help from someone who had been a source of solace in these trying times was tempting. Still, the fear of betrayal and the weight of my past experiences

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conviction. “Evie, sometimes in life, you have to take a leap of faith. You can’t let the actions of a few tarnish your trust in everyone else. I

a deep breath, the enormity of my decision weighing heavily on my shoulders. It was a difficult step to take, but I couldn’t deny the sense of camaraderie that had developed between Timothy and me, “Alright, Timothy. I’ll do it, but only if you

make the arrangements for the lawyer, and I’ll be with you every step

my car keys. The phone went eerily quiet as I unlocked my car, and I wondered if I’d accidentally hung

picked up,”

words. “Of course. Why

timidness in his voice, “You were acting a

make you uncomfortable, if

“No!”

too urgently. My voice echoed throughout the underground garage and I

talk about

“About what?”

though it did little to ease my pacing heartbeat. “About what I said. I want to start taking

wheel, my breathing growing shallower. If I didn’t end this call soon,

to start being

voice rumbled, deep and rich,

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slowly, like he had to let the words sink in, “But I think I want more than that. In fact,