The next night, I stood outside my former workplace, watching as a group of my female coworkers gathered to leave the office together. I had decided to wait for them, determined to take a step toward mending the strained relationships that had plagued my time at the firm. As they made their way ou
“And we heard about it later,” Beth finished. “Jasper wouldn’t stop talking about it.” I wrung my hands under the table as their words echoed in my mind. Just the mention of Linda sent a violent chill through me. It seemed that Mr. Erickson's actions were not limited to me alone; he’d gotten "Ug
After returning home from the dinner with my former coworkers, I felt a renewed sense of purpose. The information they had shared about Mr. Erickson's behavior had been a significant step toward seeking justice. However, Linda would play a key role in it all. I knew that Linda had been the most se
The drive to the location Linda had provided was filled with anticipation and anxiety. I couldn't help but reflect on the incredible strength and resilience Linda had shown by agreeing to share her painful story with me. It was a testament to her courage and her desire to heal and find closure. As
“What do you even need from me,” Linda said finally. She wiped her lips on the back of her hand and looked in my direction. “What the hell am I supposed to do?” I drew in a deep breath, catching the lost look in her foggy eyes. “I need an impact statement from you, fi you’d be willing. You don’t e
When I finally got back home, after what felt like a never-ending day, I was more than ready to kick off my heels and relax. But as soon as I walked through the front door, I was met with an unexpected sight. Aria and Lucas were sprawled out on the couch, engrossed in some cheesy rom-com on the te
I couldn't deny that the pressure was mounting, but at the same time, it was exhilarating to know that so many people believed in me, even if they couldn't say it in public. It was the kind of encouragement that fueled my determination and steeled my resolve. While I had initially thought I would
The morning of the judgment hearing had arrived, and my heart felt like a trapped bird, beating furiously against its cage. I had spent countless nights preparing, researching, and worrying about this day. It was the culmination of everything I had worked for, the moment that would determine not jus
"Plenty of space here,” he started. “I figured…we could easily convert this into a nursery someday." My heart skipped a beat at his words, the mere suggestion sending a wave of emotions crashing over me. A nursery—our nursery. The thought of starting a family with Timothy filled me with a sense of
As Timothy led me through the threshold, his hands cupping my eyes gently, I couldn't help but feel a flutter of excitement in my chest. This was it—the moment we had been waiting for. Our new beginning, our haven. Duke trotted alongside us, his tail wagging in anticipation. I could sense the air th
The flight back home felt like a whirlwind, the memories of our honeymoon paradise fading into the background as the reality of returning to our everyday lives set in. But as the plane touched down and we made our way through the bustling airport, a knot of anxiety tightened in my chest at the thoug
"Welcome, welcome!" she exclaimed, her voice as sweet as honey. "Would you like to try some of our local fruits?" We nodded eagerly, and she began slicing pieces of fruit with practiced ease, offering them to us on skewers. I reached for a slice of mango, its flesh ripe and juicy beneath my finger
As the plane descended toward the island, my heart fluttered with excitement. The anticipation bubbled within me as the tropical paradise came into view, its crystal-clear waters shimmering like liquid sapphires beneath the golden sun. We stepped off the plane into paradise, the air heavy with the
When it finally came time to, he entered me, and my teeth clenched as I stretched around his erection. I gasped as he began to move inside me, each thrust slow and deep. The pleasure intensified until at last I was teetering on the edge of oblivion. I clung to him desperately, my nails digging into
As the festivities of our wedding night drew to a close, Timothy and I found ourselves heading up to the honeymoon suite, drunk on love and excitement. The air crackled with anticipation as we stumbled through the door, our laughter echoing off the walls. The soft glow of candlelight cast ethereal
The lights dimmed and the room fell silent. On the large screen at the front of the room, images of Timothy and his mother, Lydia, began to flash by, accompanied by gentle music that tugged at the heartstrings. I watched as Timothy's tearful gaze locked onto the screen, his eyes filled with a mixt
As I stood at the altar, my heart pounding with nervous anticipation, I could feel the weight of the moment bearing down on me like a heavy cloak. But as Timothy approached, his eyes shining with love and adoration, the world around me seemed to fall away, leaving only the two of us in its wake. W