The Hockey Star’s Remorse

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The words hung in the air, a moment frozen in time. I felt a rush of emotions as I slowly settled in my seat, taking in the brief silence that occurred. Then suddenly it happened.

The courtroom erupted in applause, I sat motionless, absorbing the magnitude of the moment. Cameras flashed and people were out of their seats, their reactions ranging from embracing eachother to shouting congratulations.

Aria and Lucas leaped from their seats, their cheers filling the room as they barreled toward me. They circled me in jubilant celebration, their joy contagious. Amid the excitement, Timothy approached, a smile playing on his lips.

“You made it,” he said gently.

I found myself enveloped in a hug with Timothy. His presence was almost grounding, shielding me from the chaos ensuing around us. As we held each other, he twirled me around and laughter spilled from my lips.

“You certainly did, Ms. Sinclair,” said a gravelly voice behind me.

Timothy paused mid–twirl, forcing me to face the imposing figure headed in my direction. Mr. Erickson forced his way through the crowd, his voice rising above the applause.

“Because this is a farce! Prepare for an appeal. You will regret this,” he said through

itted teeth.

Security, quick to respond, intervened, escorting him away from the celebration. His threats continued, even as they forced him out the door. I met his gaze with a steely resolve, refusing to let his bitterness dampen the victory we had fought so hard to achieve.

“Evie Sinclair!” he bellowed, his voice seething with anger. “This isn’t over! You won’t get away with this!”

I turned away, trying to dismiss his words. The excitement in the courtroom only seemed to ramp up as reporters sought to catch every bit of his reaction.

“What an ass,” said Aria, slinging an arm around my shoulder. “I’m so glad you don’t have to work for that pervert ever again.”

“Yeah,” I said absently. Maybe it’s good things worked out this way?

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Lucas clapped his hands, his eyes sparkling with pride. “Evie, you’re incredible! We always knew you’d come out

on top!”

to capture the moment of triumph. Aria, Lucas, Timothy, and

questions. “Ms. Sinclair, how do you feel about the verdict? What message

is not just a personal triumph but a victory for all those who have faced abuse and harassment. My message is

voice broke through the crowd. “Ms. Sinclair, what’s your next

to me, and I felt a momentary vulnerability. Timothy, Aria, and Lucas flanked me on

statement reaches any potential employers out there. I am ready to reclaim my place in

every word. Among the chaos, I felt a gentle touch on my arm. Timothy, with a soft smile, pulled me

Aria and Lucas. They had dissolved into talking about if

should celebrate! This is your moment,” he suggested,

Lucas interjected with his usual enthusiasm, startling us both. “Hey, how about we have a party away from all this noise? My lake house is the perfect

flickered within me. Timothy’s invitation lingered, however, and I began to feel

straining as I caught the

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I began, “what were you going to say

we should celebrate, maybe grab a quiet dinner together. But Lucas’s idea

you’re invited too. I want you

it, though I could see some apprehension. It started to occur to me that he might have

all of that without care. I gave his arm a squeeze, quickly

rang, interrupting our moment. He glanced

then upon seeing my dour expression, leaned in

a hand over my face as he stepped back

up with you later,” he said abruptly before

deflated.

Aria, ever perceptive, nudged me gently. A Cheshire grin emerged on

that?” she said slyly, watching with me as Timothy exited through the building’s side

don’t you

probably family–related. He’s been getting a lot of calls after

passed.”

ready with a joke, chimed in, “Maybe he’s

small smile at his attempt to lighten the mood. Aria, however, wasn’t

saw him kiss you before he left. Is there

wasn’t too

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