The elevator doors opened, and an exquisitely designed reception greeted us. On the wall, there seemed to be a sign covered by a striking piece of red cloth.

The moment John stepped out, the receptionist greeted him with a smile, “Mr. Stovall.”

“Mmm-hmm.” John nodded as he shot me and Emma a glance. The receptionist approached us and ushered us to where the red cloth was. “This way please.”

Standing in front of it, the receptionist handed me one end of it. “Ms. Stovall, if you may.”

“Pull it open,” John urged.

As I fumbled to pull the cloth away, I saw the words written on the sign: Scarlett Stovall Attorney At Law.

“Are you surprised? The logo has been designed by one of the most famous designers in the country. Doesn’t it give you the vibe of a modern independent woman?” John boasted. I wasn’t sure about the vibe, but I knew better than anyone what the name “Scarlett Stovall” symbolized.

was at a loss. “Aren’t you

as he explained, “Isn’t it obvious? I know you’re feeling bored at home. So, isn’t having your own law firm better than working for someone else’s? Going forward, you will be the one calling the shots. At the same time, you will enjoy the

around and scrutinized the place. “Did you rent the whole

our territory, do we?” John replied

be

troubled, my frown didn’t

alone spend hundreds of millions in legal fees

“Do they even

have?” John shrugged while spreading his arms. He walked ahead and urged me forward. “Come and take a look

The largest room had the best lighting as it allowed the sunlight to shine through its large windows and provided

by a mixture of emotions. Perhaps, when I was no longer

Knock! A man in a suit and

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