The Hockey Star’s Remorse

Chapter 220

When I stepped outside my apartment door the next morning, my mind was already racing. I was ready to dive into another day of legal battles and courtroom skirmishes. However, my plans were abruptly interrupted by an unexpected sight–a suitcase, sitting inconspicuously by my doorway.

I narrowed my eyes at it, suspicion bubbling within me. With my caffeine–fueled attorney instincts in high gear, I approached the mysterious suitcase cautiously. It didn’t explode when I nudged it with my foot, so I considered that a good sign.

Frowning, I circled around it, then turned it around to inspect every angle. The suitcase looked out of place against the neutral backdrop of the hallway, and its presence raised more questions than answers.

I noticed a note tied around the handle. It was written in Aria’s distinctive handwriting.

“Evie, you deserve a break. Already packed your bag. Love, Aria.”

“What in the world?” I muttered to myself, wondering what I could’ve possibly walked into.

With the suitcase in tow, I rushed back into apartment, where she was busy enjoying a bowl of cereal like it was

just another mundane morning.

“Aria, care to explain why there’s a suitcase outside my door?”

Aria looked up, her eyes twinkling with mischief. “Good morning, Evie. I take it you saw the surprise we left for

you.”

I narrowed my eyes. “Surprise?”

Aria set down her spoon and leaned back, a smug smile playing on her lips. “Evie, you’ve been working yourself into the ground. We thought you needed a break, a chance to recharge. So we’re sending you away for a weekend getaway.”

I shot her a skeptical look. “A weekend getaway? Arla, I can’t just abandon the firm, especially after the big case we just wrapped up. It would look bad.”

Aria waved a spoon in my direction, her tone surprisingly serious. “Evie, you’ve been working harder than a caffeinated squirrel on an espresso bender. You need a break. We’ve already arranged everything.”

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escalating. “Arranged everything? What does that even

sarcasm. “We’ve arranged for Timothy to be your chauffeur to and from work. Consider it a well–intentioned kidnapping, all in

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“Love? Aria, kidnapping is not an expression of love. It’s usually

bowl of cereal. “You’re so dramatic. It’s just a playful intervention,

futile? Aria, this is not a sci–fi movie. What on earth have

take me by the shoulders. “Evie, practicality is overrated. Sometimes your need to step back to see the bigger picture. You need

Aria. I

your bag, but you can make the necessary adjustments if needed. Timothy will be here soon to take you away, and there’s no backing

a smile graced my lips. “I can’t believe you

chuckled. “Again, with love. Now, go pack.

I opened the door, my gaze locking onto him as I twisted

her little scheme too, huh? This whole forced

“Guilty as charged. But, hey, you could use a break. Aria’s just looking out for

head, a playful smirk on my lips. “You two are a dangerous duo, orchestrating my life without my consent. What’s next, a

drive and peeled away from the sidewalk. “Relax, Evie. A little

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“Evie, you’re practically married to your job. Those workers will still

better

tough nut to crack.” Timothy chuckled, his eyes crinkling at the

of people starting their day. Despite my initial

the firm, Timothy turned to me and planted a kiss on my cheek. “Remember, I’ll be picking

surrender. “Fine, Timothy. But | better not come back to find my place filled with scented

me. “No promises, Evie. Enjoy your day. I’ll

felt more like the grand opening than a prestigious law office. As I strolled through the lobby, the usual hum of professional conversations was replaced by hushed whispers and barely suppressed giggles. It didn’t take

office. They wore frowns that suggested they were privy

side,

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