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As Clark and I walk hand in hand toward the car, I reflect on how far we’ve come. The early days were filled with awkward silences and forced conversations, both of us trying to figure out how to coexist under one roof. There were moments of uncertainty, where I questioned whether this unconventional path was the right one for me. Yet, beneath the surface, there was a flicker of hope, a quiet yearning for something deeper.The car ride is filled with laughter and playful banter, the air between us electric with newfound affection. I glance over at him, catching him in a moment of contemplation, his brow slightly furrowed as he focuses on the road. I admire the way his jawline sharpens in the soft glow of the streetlights, a sight that makes my heart skip a beat. “What are you thinking about?” I ask, breaking the comfortable silence.He turns to me, his expression softening. “Just how lucky I am,” he replies, his voice sincere. “I never expected to find someone like you in this situati
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Clark and I stroll into the court at half past 11 am, the sound of our footsteps echoing slightly against the polished floors. Becky and Elvis walk behind us, their chatter a soft murmur that fades into the background as I involuntarily scan the room. My eyes dart around, searching for Alice and her partner in crime, but they’re nowhere to be seen, which only heightens my curiosity. “If some parties of a court case don’t show up, can the hearing be postponed till everyone is available?” I ask, pausing mid-stride to catch Becky’s attention. Her brow furrows slightly as she considers my question, and I can see the gears turning in her mind. She looks at me thoughtfully before responding, “In some cases, the hearing will be postponed,” she states, her tone steady and measured. “It really depends on the circumstances. If someone has a valid reason for their absence, like a medical emergency or travel issues, the judge might grant a postponement. But if it’s just a matter of not showing
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Becky stands firm beside me, her presence a solid wall against the subtle intimidation radiating from Rick. I can feel a wave of gratitude wash over me; her intervention transforms the atmosphere, shifting it from one of discomfort to a united front. Rick nods, a hint of a smirk playing at the corners of his mouth. “Apologies, but there won’t be a next time after today,” he says, his tone arrogant and slightly condescending despite the fact that it was somewhat supposed to be an apology. The way he delivers those words feels like a veiled threat, and I can’t help but feel a shiver run down my spine. I watch as Becky struggles not to roll her eyes, her jaw tightening ever so slightly. She schools her emotions with impressive control, channeling her frustration into a calm exterior. “What do you want?” she asks, her voice steady but laced with an underlying tension that reveals her annoyance. “I am proposing that your client settle this case outside of court,” he says, confidently,
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As the judge approaches the bench, her robes flowing elegantly, we all hold our breath, waiting for her to take her seat. The soft rustle of paper and the faint creak of the wooden bench are the only sounds that break the stillness, creating an atmosphere that feels almost sacred. With a practiced grace, she settles into her chair, her eyes scanning the room with a keen intensity that seems to pierce through the pretense.“Case no 1502, between Mrs. Lara Rique and Miss Alice and Mr. Evans. Civil case 1502, are all parties ready to proceed?” The judge asks, her voice firm yet measured, as she looks up from the document she was reading. “Yes, your honour,” both Becky and Rick reply in unison, their voices echoing slightly in the stillness of the courtroom. The judge nods, her expression one of authority. “We may now begin. Mrs. Becky, you may take the stage,” she says, slightly leaning back in her chair, a signal that she is ready to absorb every detail of the argument that is about
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The judge remains quiet, her expression inscrutable as she weighs Rick's request. After what feels like an eternity, she finally shakes her head, her voice cutting through the silence like a gavel striking wood. “Objection denied. The question Mrs. Becky asked is relevant to the court case and does not in any way disrupt your client's privacy. Please go on with the questioning, Mrs. Becky.”With that, she turns her attention back to Becky, who sits poised and ready, her eyes glinting with determination. Rick, now visibly defeated, lowers his gaze, shoulders slumping as he returns to his seat. “Thank you, your honor,” Becky replies, her tone smooth. She turns her full attention back to Evans, whose face now clearly betrays his annoyance with the judge’s decision. His jaw tightens, and I can see the muscles in his neck tense as he shifts uncomfortably in his seat, clearly grappling with the weight of the moment.“Please, can you tell the court about your relationship with Miss Alice?”
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The judge nods, granting Becky permission to continue, and she takes a moment to gather her thoughts, feeling the weight of the courtroom's attention on her. “This case was a stalking case,” she begins, her voice steady yet filled with the urgency of the matter at hand. “Miss Alice claimed that she was being stalked by Mr. Evans, and that’s clearly evident by her signed testimonial on page 2.” She gestures toward the document, her fingers brushing over the pages as if to emphasize their significance. “And the court ruling on page 5 explicitly asks Mr. Evans to keep his distance from her,” she adds, her tone firm, underscoring the gravity of the situation. She pauses once more, allowing the judge the necessary time to examine the evidence she has presented. “From this evidence, we can clearly see that Miss Alice issued a stalking case against Mr. Evans, with Mr. Elvis and me as the lawyers handling the case under the authority and instruction of Mr. and Mrs. Rique,” she states, her
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Becky nods, her curiosity piqued. “Thank you for that explanation. Could you give a breakdown of your role in relation to signatures?”Elle nods, her expression serious. “My job is to get every important communication made by the CEO and the managing director,” she begins, her tone steady. “Part of my job is basically to ensure that signatures are not falsified, thereby preventing fraud,” she explains, her voice confident as she lays down the intricacies of her role. “As you can imagine, signatures are a critical component of our operations. I meticulously verify each one, ensuring that every document is authentic and that the integrity of our communications is upheld”.“This process not only protects the organization but also fosters trust among our stakeholders,” Elle adds, her passion for her work evident as she delves deeper into the importance of her responsibilities.“Thank you, Elle. Your honour, I’d like to provide another set of evidence regarding this case. May I approach
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“If you look closely at the evidence provided by Miss Alice’s lawyer, a few glaring discrepancies stand out. You’ll notice that there is no payment instruction attached to the contract, which is a crucial component in our standard procedure”.“This omission raises immediate red flags regarding the legitimacy of the agreement. Furthermore, if you examine the contract evidence they submitted, you’ll see that there are only two signatures present. One is from the homeowner or agent, which is expected, but the other is the falsified signature of Mrs. Lara”. “Which is funny because the contract evidence provided by Miss Alice's lawyer does not even include Miss Alice's signature. This is quite peculiar; after all, a contract should at least bear the signature of the person to whom it pertains”. “It’s almost as if they expect us to overlook this glaring omission, which raises serious questions about the validity of the entire agreement”. “From the evidence I have provided, I can confiden
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It was a crisp Saturday morning when Clark and I decided to escape the city for a while. The sun was just starting to rise, casting a golden hue over everything, and I could feel the excitement bubbling inside me. "Are you ready for our adventure?" I asked, glancing over at Clark as he adjusted his backpack. "Absolutely! I've been looking forward to this all week," he replied, a wide grin spreading across his face. His enthusiasm was contagious, and I couldn’t help but smile back. We hopped into the car, the engine humming to life as we set off toward the countryside. As we drove, I watched the scenery change from the bustling streets of Lagos to the serene landscapes outside the city. "Look at that view, Lara!" Clark exclaimed, pointing towards a sprawling field dotted with wildflowers. I turned my head just in time to see a burst of color against the green backdrop. "It's beautiful," I said, feeling a sense of peace wash over me. "We should stop and take some pictures." Clark pu
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As we dig into the meal, the aroma of the food fills the air, wrapping around us like a comforting blanket. The table is adorned with a colorful spread—fresh fruits glistening in the sunlight, a platter of scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, and golden-brown toast, all meticulously arranged to create a feast for the senses. I watch as he takes his first bite, his eyes lighting up in delight. “This is incredible,” he exclaims, savoring each mouthful as though it’s the best thing he’s ever tasted. I can’t help but smile at his enthusiasm; it’s moments like these that remind me of the joy of sharing a meal with someone special.We fall into a comfortable rhythm, the clinking of cutlery and the soft sounds of chewing filling the space between us. I take a moment to observe him, the way he enjoys his food, the little quirks that make him uniquely him. There’s something so endearing about the way he closes his eyes for a brief second as he savors the flavors, as if he’s trying to capture the mome
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I smile, nestling deeper into his embrace, “what’s done is done, there’s nothing we can do about it now. And it’s not like you can fire her after all you went through to hire her” I say, sympathetically.He shakes his head, “right now, I’m thinking very much of firing her. She can’t go scot free with that sort of behaviour”. I smile, “no let it be Clark, I don’t want to leave you without help at the office. As long as this was a one time thing then I’m fine, let’s move on” He smiles, “you’re just too kind but I can see that your mood isn’t totally lifted. I shrug, wearing a tired smile, “I just feel trained after that conversation, why don’t you go ahead and have lunch without me. I’ll eat later” I say.He shakes his head, “no way, you came all the way to my office for us to eat together. So what can I do to lift your mood” he says, a mischievous smile on his face. “Letting me sleep” I chuckle, suddenly feeling very tired.“I’ll let you do that in due time, but please let’s have lun
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“Afternoon Miss Denie, you require our assistance” one of them says. She nods, “yes please kindly escort this woman downstairs”. They both turn to face me, their eyes widening in shock, before returning their attention to her, “that’s Mr Clark’s wife, please excuse us” they say, before exiting the room.I watch as Denie remains immobile and speechless as she processes their words. I don’t bother getting up as I patiently wait for Clark’s arrival.In less than a minute, Clark walks into the room, concern evident on his face as he walks directly towards me. “You sounded upset, is everything fine my love?” He asks, crouching down as he takes my hand.I look behind him to see Debie’s eyes widen at her mistake. I shake my head, “not really. I closed work early to come suprise you with some food and drinks” I say, raising up the lunch bag for emphasis.“But I was met with insults and disrespectful t from your assistant. She wouldn’t even let me inside your office. To think she actually cal
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I’m met by a woman who seems to be in her late 20’s. She is seated in Lai’s former desk. Her auburn hair drops over her shoulders, and her hazel eyes catch my attention. “Good afternoon” she says, rising to my feet, a surprised look on her face as she slowly assesses me.Feeling uncomfortable with being under her scrutiny, I mumble a quick greeting before walking towards Clark’s office. “I’m sorry you can’t go in there” she says, blocking my path.I look up at her, obviously surprised at her audacity, “excuse me” I say, trying hard to control my emotions. She gives me a smile, which is more of a mocking smile, “I’m sorry but you can’t see Mr Clark right now, you shouldn’t even be up here. I wonder who let you in here” she says, frustratedly running her hands through her hair.I chuckle, slightly moving backwards as she’s right in my face at the moment. I quietly assess her, wondering how to address the situation. I force my lips to form into a smile, “I don’t appreciate the tone that
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Clark brushes a strand of hair behind my ear, his touch gentle and reassuring. “We’re in this together, babe. No one can come between us,” he assures me, and I believe him. Our bond is unbreakable, forged through years of shared experiences, laughter, and even tears. I lean into him, feeling safe and secure in his arms.“Remember that time when we first met?” I ask, trying to lighten the mood. Clark grins, his eyes sparkling with nostalgia. “How could I forget? You were so sassy, but you still managed to charm me with that confidence of yours,” he confesses, his voice filled with warmth. “Yeah, I can be quite sassy,” I admit, “but I didn’t know this side to you. You were definitely worth it.” Clark’s smile widens, and I can see the pride in his eyes. “And look where we are now,” he says, pulling me closer. “Married, happy, and in love. It’s a beautiful journey we’re on.”I nod, feeling a swell of gratitude for the life we’ve built together. “I wouldn’t trade it for anything,” I say e
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Jordan coughs, obviously uncomfortable with being made the third wheel, “I think you guys would love to be alone, so I’ll just leave and catch up with the others” he says, attempting to rise to his feet.Clark shakes his head, “absolutely not, I honestly don’t mind your presence here. A friend of my wife is mine” he states. Jordan smiles, “thank you, but in all honesty I have some things to discuss with Lai. Please excuse me and it was nice meeting you Clark” he says, before walking away leaving Clark and I to ourselves.“Why were you alone with him?” Clark asks, studying me. I smile, “I wasn’t alone with him, I was basically in the open. I purposely discussed with him, where you could easily see us” I say, chuckling at his jealous display.He smiles, “well I don’t like the fact that he keeps hovering around you. You might not be able to see it but I can definitely tell that he like you” smh r says, drawing me closer to him.“How so?” I ask, my tone evidencing my surprise at his words
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“So what have you been up to?” Jordan asks, as we settle down. I shrug, partially intrigued by his sudden interest in my life, “nothing much to be honest. Just the usual, handling my business and enjoying my married life” I say, with a smile as I dwell on my relationship with Clark.Jordan chuckles, “how’s that going? Last time I saw you guys, you were both heavily invested in an argument” he says, slightly leaning forward. I chuckle, “you know how couples are, we fight and we make up. It’s all part of the process of understanding each other and learning to understand each other's triggers and boundaries” I say, my gaze drifting to Clark who’s heavily invested in a conversation before returning my attention to Jordan. “So you guys are good?” He asks, suggestively. I nod, “we are more than good, I’m in love with that man” I say, my smile huge as I set my boundary. “What about you, how’s life going?” I ask, shifting the attention from me.He shrugs, “nothing much, except from the fact
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“Heyy Belle” I say, running to give her a hug, almost tripping along the way. “Careful Lara” Clark yells after me. “How are you doing?” I ask, pulling her into a hug, before releasing her as I examine her face.She smiles, “I’m hardly getting sleep with Tululla’s sleeping schedule. But in all honesty everyday feels like a blessing to have my little girl in my arms” she states.I nod, totally understanding what she means, “what about Lai?” I ask, scanning the room for my brother. “He’s over there with your dad and mine,” she says, pointing towards a section of the backyard.“They must be giving him some stupid parent advice” I joke, noticing how serious their conversation is. “Heyy Belle” Clark says, embracing her with a hug, “how are you doing?” He asks, returning to my side.She chuckles, “your wife already asked that. Like I told her, I feel blessed” she says, a wide smile on her face and I can tell that this is the happiest she’s been since I’ve met her. Clark nods, “alright, let
