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!”

capture the moment of triumph. Aria, Lucas, Timothy, and I faced the

bombarding me with questions. “Ms. Sinclair, how do you feel

triumph but a victory for all those who have faced abuse and harassment. My message is simple–speak your truth, stand your ground,

persistent voice broke through the

momentary vulnerability. Timothy, Aria, and Lucas flanked me on both sides, shielding me from

want is my job back,” I declared, my voice resolute. “I hope this statement reaches any potential employers out there. I

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

seemingly calm corridor, but Timothy pulled me farther until we were a good distance away from Aria and Lucas. They had dissolved into talking

hovered over me, his voice low. “We should celebrate! This is your

startling us both. “Hey, how about we have a party away from all this noise? My lake

invitation lingered, however, and I

straining as I caught the brief look of disappointment

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I began, “what were you going to say earlier?

should celebrate, maybe grab a quiet dinner together. But Lucas’s idea of a party sounds great

you’re invited too.

away, considering it, though I could see some apprehension. It started

I’d dismissed all of that without care. I gave

could continue, Timothy’s phone rang, interrupting our moment. He glanced at the screen, a hint of disappointment crossing his

he said, then upon seeing my dour expression, leaned in and kissed my

a hand over my face

with you later,” he said abruptly before walking away, leaving me

deflated.

nudged me gently.

as Timothy exited through the building’s side door.

close, don’t you

and turned to her. “Oh, it’s probably family–related.

passed.”

“Maybe he’s

attempt to lighten the mood. Aria, however, wasn’t easily diverted. She leaned in, her

Is there something going on between you

wasn’t too sure

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