- 10.
But I underestimated Nick’s influence.
That day I left his office, he told everyone:
“She’s never allowed in this firm again!”
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It was like an official ban.
The gossip spread like wildfire.
Even people across the state knew about it.
I couldn’t find a new job.
I just signed a lease, and my money was
running out.
If people saw me broke and on the streets,
they’d think Nick dumped me and I was
spiraling.
I refused to let that happen.
I sent out my resume.
I wasn’t a bad lawyer.
く
Several firms were torn between wanting to
hire me and not wanting to piss off Nick.
After a week of that, I finally got an interview.
I wasn’t holding my breath.
First, the owner of the firm knew about my
relationship with Nick.
Second, he and Nick were rivals in college.
