The Hockey Star’s Remorse

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The next day, I found myself sitting quietly on the couch, waiting for the time to
arrive. He said it would be at noon, though that seemed too far away.
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Rolling over, I reached for the remote control on the nightstand and turned on the
television. The news was already on, though they were discussing other local
drama. I tried not to give into the boredom, and it eventually paid off.
My heart skipped a beat as the reporter announced some breaking news and
Timothy's face emerged. He faced a small group of reporters, microphones
thrusted in his face, smiles plastered on hid lips. The headline flashed across the
bottom of the screen: “Timothy Calls Off Engagement to Stella Fitzgerald.”
I couldn't tear my gaze away from the screen. Every word and image felt like
something that would play out of a telenovela. Aria appeared from her room, her
disheveled hair and sleep—fogged eyes bearing witness to the early
hour.
“What?” she gasped. “Evie, is this... Is this true?”
I nodded slowly, my eyes still glued to the screen. “He had already told me he
would. Guess this makes it
official.”
She moved to my side, placing a comforting hand on my shoulder. “Wow. He is
committed.”
I quirked an eyebrow, not sure what she meant by that, and I was slightly afraid
of digging deeper. Either way, the news continued on, and the typical fan
speculation followed after. I lowered the volume and turned to Aria,
unable to help the smile that emerged.
“It just feels like a weight has been lifted. I guess Stella's finally letting go, though
it took some force,” I said with
a huff.
Aria kissed her teeth and shook her head. “Didn't think she'd unlatch her claws
after all this time, but it worked out. I trust Scarlett paid you handsomely?”
“She did,” I said, nodding rapidly. Scarlett made the transfer rather quickly, and
seeing it in my bank account was almost liberating. I had given me the kick that I
needed toward progression, and after seeing Timothy's own victory, I figured that
1 couldn't stall mine forever.
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I scrambled off of the couch and rushed to my bedroom. I began searching for
something to wear, my mind racing with plans and ideas. Aria watched me with
concern, her gaze never wavering.
“Where are you going?” she asked, standing in the doorway as she peered in.
“I'm going to my old firm,” I told her. “To do what I've been waiting to do since I
was fired.”
Aria followed me into the closet, her eyes wide as she watched me pull on a pair
of black slacks and a crisp white. blouse. “Do you think that's a good idea, Evie?
I mean, considering the way you left... he might not be so agreeable.”
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I shrugged, a wave of anger coursing through me. “I don't care about that right
now, Aria. I need to clear my name. I worked hard to be in that firm and he knows
it.”
With that, I grabbed my purse, my keys, and headed for the door. Aria followed
me, her expression conflicted. She knew as well as I did that I needed to get to
the bottom of this mess, but she also understood the potential backlash.
The drive to my old law firm was a silent one, the anticipation of it weighing down
my stomach like a block of lead. As I pulled into the parking lot, my heart
pounded in my chest, making my teeth vibrate with every beat.
Walking into the building was a surreal experience. It had been a couple of
months since I had last set foot inside, and the air felt heavy with the memories
of my time there. The receptionists eyes widened in shock as ! passed her desk,
but I paid her no mind. I had more important things on my mind.
The office had gone through some changes since I left. New faces, new decor,
but the underlying structure remained the same. I ignored the hushed whispers
and curious glances as I made my way to Mr. Erickson’s office.
The door was closed, but I didn’t bother knocking.
I swung the door open, my anger and determination evident in my stride. Mr.
Erickson, still portly with thinning hair and glasses perched on his nose, looked
up from his paperwork. Surprise, followed by a flash of annoyance, crossed his
features.
“Evie,” he said, his voice tight with disapproval. “What are you doing here?”
I didn’t bother with pleasantries. I squared my shoulders, the anger and
determination coursing through my veins. “I'm here to set things straight.”
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He removed his reading glasses and leaned back in his leather chair, his eyes
assessing me with a mixture of skepticism and condescension. “Set things right?
What are you talking about?”
I took a step closer to his desk, my gaze locked onto his. “I'm here to tell you that
you have been served. I'm suing you for harassment and wrongful termination.”
Mr. Erickson’s eyebrows shot up in disbelief, and his earlier annoyance was
replaced by flabbergasted shock. He sputtered for a moment, struggling to find
his words. “You're suing me?”
With a nod, I reached into my bag and pulled out the legal documents, sliding
them across his desk. Mr. Erickson hesitated for a moment, his fingers hovering
over the papers, as if touching them would make the situation all
too real.
“This is ridiculous! You don't have a case here, Evie.”
The anger surged within me, fueled by the memories of how he had treated me.
“Maybe, but I'll fight for what's right. I won't let you or anyone else destroy my life
without a fight.”
“You can't do this,” he finally said, his tone a mix of desperation and anger. “You
left this firm of your own accord. You have no grounds for a lawsuit.”
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He leaned back in his chair, a dangerous glint in his eyes. “You may think you
have a case, Evie, but you'll soon find out that I have the resources to bury you in
legal battles. You won't win.”
I met his gaze without flinching. “I'll take my chances. You may have power and
money, but I have the truth on my side. I won't let you or anyone else slander my
name and get away with it.”
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