Winning Her Heart back (Emelie and William)

Chapter 830 Never Come Back

Emelie and Mona were both stunned.

Ashley stirred her drink slowly, watching as the once-separated colors blended together.

"I think I have PTSD," she said, referring to Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.

She explained, "After I regained the ability to walk, I went back to the law firm. I thought that I could return to work as usual, so I took on a divorce case. But as soon as I stepped into the courtroom, I broke out in a cold sweat and couldn't say a single word."

Ashley smiled wryly. "Luckily, it was just a procedural hearing and I didn't have to defend my clients. My clients handled it themselves. Otherwise, I would have embarrassed the entire legal profession."

Emelie remained silent.

Ashley had once been the brightest star in the legal world, known for winning almost every case she took on. She was a true legend, outshining even Beathan.

herself for being a

she asked

They prescribed some medication and advised me to stay away from anything related to law for a while. They said that my

in her friends' eyes, and she forced a smile, even

be a good opportunity to retire early. I can work behind the scenes and just handle paperwork. No more courtrooms. I think that's not so

rich enough. I won't die if I lose a professional skill. It's really no

have more personal time. I can travel... I've always wanted to take a road trip through the northwest. I'll drive an off-road vehicle by myself with a tent in the back. I can stop wherever I want and sleep under the stars. How carefree is

spoke casually, but Emelie

just become wealthy. You were already well-off ten years ago. If you didn't love being a lawyer, why would you choose such

her job. With her parents and grandparents all being lawyers, it was in her blood. There was no way she could give it up so easily. She was just trying to put on a

"People's passions change over time. I just don't like being a lawyer anymore. I've been carrying the weight of the legal family legacy

and blurted, "Why

her head to sip her drink. The minty flavor