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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my arms, my incredulity escalating. “Arranged everything? What

grinned, undeterred by my sarcasm. “We’ve arranged for Timothy to be your chauffeur to and from work. Consider it a well–intentioned

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gaped at her, wondering if she’d momentarily forgotten the definition of “kidnapping.” “Love? Aria, kidnapping is not an expression of love. It’s usually frowned upon in civilized

herself another bowl of cereal. “You’re so dramatic. It’s just a playful intervention, a friend–vention

sci–fi movie. What on earth

up and crossed the room to take me by the shoulders. “Evie, practicality is overrated. Sometimes your need to

Aria. I can’t believe you’re forcing me into

you’ve earned this break, whether you realize it or not. Now, I’ve already packed 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 out

glared at her, even as a smile graced my lips. “I can’t believe you

with love. Now, go pack.

ready to ferry me to work. I opened the door, my gaze locking onto

little scheme too, huh? This

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

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

as he put the car in drive and peeled away from the sidewalk. “Relax, Evie. A little

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“Intervention, kidnapping, call it what you want. It’s still a conspiracy against

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job. Those workers will still know how to do their

his easygoing demeanor. “Fine, fine. But this better not

crinkling at the corners. “But seriously, take it easy for a

the city, the bustle of people starting their day. Despite my initial resistance, the idea of a

firm, Timothy turned to me and planted a kiss on my cheek. “Remember, I’ll be picking you up at 6. No

feigning surrender. “Fine, Timothy. But | better not come back

chuckled, opening the car door for me. “No promises, Evie. Enjoy your day. I’ll

strolled through the lobby, the usual hum of professional conversations was replaced by hushed whispers and barely suppressed giggles. It didn’t take a legal expert to deduce

stepped into my office. They wore frowns that

and flanked me on either side, Beth

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