The Hockey Star’s Remorse

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My week began with a dose of determination as I waltzed into the office,
clutching a hot cup of coffee in one hand and my ever—present briefcase in the
other. It wasn't the Monday blues that got me down; it was the realization that this
week marked the start of an all-out legal brawl, and I was stepping into the ring
against none other than Linda, the office’s queen bee.
Throughout the week, our competition escalated from minor provocations to a
full-fledged battle of legal wits. Every move I made, Linda countered with one of
her own. I'd research relevant case law, and she'd present a motion to Timothy,
gauging his interest. I'd outline potential strategies, and she’d summon a
surprising point.
It was like a never-ending chess match, with each of us trying to outsmart the
other at every turn. The dialogue between us, once polite and professional,
turned into angry spats that left the air charged with tension. She'd fire shots at
me with biting words and icy glares, and I would retaliate with my own arsenal of
verbal ammunition.
“Evie, you think you can just stroll in here and take this case from me?” Linda
sneered one afternoon as I leafed through a pile of legal documents.
“I don't think, Linda, I know I can,’ I shot back, refusing to let her rile me up. “I've
been studying law for years, and my knowledge of this case is second to none.”
Linda slammed her hand on her desk. “Second to none? That's a bit arrogant,
don’t you think?”
“I call it confidence, Linda,” I replied, my voice dripping with sarcasm. “You might
want to give it a try sometime.”
Our verbal tussles echoed through the office, drawing curious glances from our
coworkers. I couldn't help but feel the collective exasperation in the room. It was
clear that no one was enjoying the drama, except perhaps Linda herself.
As the days wore on, it became evident that my deep knowledge of the case and
my unwavering commitment to Timothy's cause were paying off. I dug up
obscure precedents and found legal angles that even Linda hadn't considered. It
was as if I were peeling away layers of uncertainty to reveal the truth beneath.
During a particularly heated argument in the conference room, I presented my
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arguments with an unshakable confidence. Linda, however, had clearly grown
frustrated with my unrelenting resolve. “You may know the law, Evie, but you
don’t understand the heart of this case. I've connected with Timothy on a
personal level.”
Timothy looked genuinely stunned by this, but he was forced to sit back in silence
as the brawl rolled on between. I took a deep breath, fighting back the urge to
lash out at her presumption of whatever close relationship they had forged.
“It's not about personal connections, Linda,” I told her. “It's about the law and the
facts. I've been researching this case day and night, and I can assure you that I
understand it better than anyone.”
Mr. Erickson watched our showdown from the corner of the room, his brows
furrowed and a deep sigh escaping his lips. I guess he had hoped this
competition would bring out the best in both of us, but it was clear that it was
pushing the office to its limits.
“All right!”
His booming voice broke our concentration and we both looked anxiously in his
direction. He motioned for us to follow him, and Linda and I exchanged glances
before following him out of the conference room.
He gathered the staff in the common area and cleared his throat. “I want to
commend both Evie and Linda for their dedication to Timothy's case. You both
put in a tremendous amount of effort this week.”
He paused, and a murmur of agreement swept through the crowd. But he
continued, “However, I must make a difficult decision. It's clear that Evie's deep.
knowledge of the case and her exceptional legal skills have prevailed. Timothy's
case will be officially transferred to Evie.”
The room fell into a stunned silence. It was clear that no one had expected Mr.
Erickson to make such a declaration in front of the entire office. The news sent a
ripple of surprise and amusement through the crowd, and I could see a few
smirks and stifled chuckles.
Linda, on the other hand, stood frozen, her face a mask of humiliation. Her
dream of winning Timothy's case had crumbled before her eyes. She shot a
withering glance in my direction, but I held my head high, refusing to gloat in her
defeat.
Timothy, who had quietly observed the entire spectacle, approached me with a
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warm smile. “That was amazing! Guess it all paid off, huh?”
I blushed at his words, unaccustomed to such praise. “Thank you, Timothy. But
I'm hoping this helped you more than anything.”
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His eyes crinkled at the corners, and he smiled wider. “Would you mind if I
walked you home?”
I blinked in surprise. “Oh. You don't have to.”
“Come on, humor me. You spent a good chunk of the week fighting for my
honor,” he said with a chuckle. “And I had something to talk to you about.”
That set me on edge. His tone wasn't serious, but the prospect of waiting for a
surprise didn’t carry the same appeal these days.
“Yeah, sure,” I said with a rapid nod. “Just give me a moment to get my things.”
“Of course. I'll wait for you in the hall.”
As he left the room, I noticed that the office had quickly emptied. Linda was left
alone at her desk, her face etched with anger and frustration. The entire office
had witnessed her humiliation, and there was no hiding from it.
I decided to approach her, a small offering of empathy. “Linda, I know this must
be tough for you,” I said, my tone soft and sincere. “There's no doubt that you're
a good lawyer, and I'm sure any other client would be lucky to have you on their
case.
Linda shot me a venomous look, her voice laced with bitterness. “Don’t patronize
me, Evie. This isn't over.”
I knew she wouldn't take her defeat lightly, but I also knew that, for now, I had
won the battle fair and square. With a nod, I left her to her thoughts and made my
way to the restroom to catch my breath.
Inside the restroom, I took a moment to collect myself. I gazed at my reflection in
the mirror, still feeling the adrenaline rush of the day's events. The praise from
Timothy and my boss was overwhelming, and I couldn't help but feel a sense of
accomplishment.
As I splashed cold water on my face, I reminded myself that competition was part
and parcel of the legal world. It pushed us to be better, to strive for excellence. I
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hoped that Linda would eventually come to understand this, even if it meant
swallowing her pride.
I dried my hands and looked at my reflection once more. I suppose this was it. I
was undeniably a lawyer.
I turned away from the mirror and made my way to the exit. The door swung
open, revealing one of the female associates from our law firm, Sarah. She was
a quiet, unassuming presence in the office, but she looked excitable as she came
in.
“Congratulations on claiming the case, Evie,” Sarah said softly, her voice almost
a whisper. Her eyes darted nervously around the room as if to ensure no one
was eavesdropping.
I blinked in surprise, unable to hide my astonishment. “T
you, Sarah.”
Sarah bit her lip, her anxiety palpable. “I... I overheard Linda talking to Mr.
Erickson earlier in his office. She was furious, and I couldn't help but listen. I
heard. everything.”
“What did you hear?” I asked, my curiosity piqued.
Sarah hesitated for a moment, as if deciding whether to share the secret that had
clearly disturbed her. “Linda... she’s... involved with Mr. Erickson, intimately.”
My heart skipped a beat as I absorbed the revelation. My shock soon gave way
to a sense of discomfort, a feeling that I had unwittingly become a pawn. in game
beyond my understanding.
“What do you mean, “intimately?” I asked.
Sarah lowered her voice to a near—whisper, “Linda is not just his mistress, Evie.
She... she helps him win clients. She uses her charm to bribe them into sticking
with our firm. I've seen it happen.”
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mean for the moral fabric of our firm?
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“Ready?”
I felt an unexpected rush of warmth and turned toward the door. “Yeah, let's go.”
We stepped out into the cool air and I sighed with relief, freed from the stuffy
atmosphere of the firm. As we walked down the quiet street, Timothy looked over
at me and hummed.
“By the way, I have something for you. A little token of appreciation.”
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