Half an hourter, when the vigers of Glimmering Lake took the minibus back, Estre could finally
consider her work temporarily done. She watched the bus disappear into the distance, feeling the
weight in her heart lift with it. Justice had been served for the people of Glimmering Lake, and the
threat of fluoride contamination was now a thing of the past. “Estre,” Grayson’s voice called from
behind, snapping her out of her reverie. She turned
with a smile and walked over to him.
“You did great, Estre,” Graysonplimented her.
With a yful grin, she teased, “Ah, what an honor to be praised by you, Grayson.”
Grayson’sughter brightened, and he reached out to ruffle her hair affectionately.
Estreughed as well. Each time she concluded a case, she experienced significant growth and a
newfound rity in her perspective.
Herughter caught Jason’s attention, and he gently cupped her face with his right hand. “You’ve
worked hard.” Others saw her triumphs and des, but Jason saw her
dedication and effort.
His tenderness warmed her, and she replied, “You’ve had your hands full too during this
time.”
Jason had been taking care of Isaac while Estre was swamped with work. Isaac hadn’t retreated into
himself due to Estre’s absence, and for that, Estre was profoundly grateful.
Ignoring the audience, Jason pulled her into an embrace, his actions speaking louder than words.
Estre was taken aback by this sudden hug. She hadn’t even been this emotional after winning the
case, yet here he was, ovee with excitement.
She rested her hands lightly on his waist, teasing, “What’s wrong? Got your own
grievances? Need me to represent you in a case?”
Grayson, standing nearby, couldn’t help but chuckle at the scene.
Unfazed by Estre’s yful jab, Jason just nuzzled into her neck and murmured, “Let me hold you.”
Estre gently chided, tugging at his shirt, “Grayson is still here, you know.”
But Jason didn’t care. And he kissed her cheek!
Grayson was speechless. Was this the same Jason he knew?
Jason just couldn’t help it. His feelings for Estre were too strong to hide anymore, and perhaps there
was even a hint of fear in him. Fear that someone as impressive as Estre
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might slip through his fingers.
As Jason clung to her, Estre pushed him away with a smile, “A hug’s enough. Don’t be like Isaac,
sticking around with no end.”.
But Jason was persistent. “Babe, let’s go finalize our remarriage.”
Estre pressed a finger against his forehead, Can you hear my heartbeat? Am I moved? If I am, then
we’ll go and get remarried.”
Jason simply said, “But I’m already falling for you more and more.”
Estre teased, “Grayson might still need to eat lunch. Don’t ruin his appetite.”
Grayson interjected, “I don’t mind. You two do what you need to.”
Their conversation was joined by Bryce and Jesse’s arrival.
“Over here,” Estre said, finally prying herself from Jason’s embrace.
“You were so cool, Estre.”
“Thank you,” she replied, sharing a hug with Jesse.
As Bryce opened his arms for a hug, Jason swiftly pulled him back by the cor. Bryce broke into a
sweat, “Man, you’re too jealous. There’s nothing between Estre and me.”
But Jason wouldn’t budge; he kept Bryce at a distance from Estre.
After some chatter, the group headed to a nearby private diner for lunch.
At the table, Grayson suggested, “We haven’t all been together like this in a long time. Let’s get
together tonight.”
“Sounds good.”
“Sure thing.”
Estre and Jesse quickly agreed to Grayson’s proposal.
Post-lunch, as Estre dozed off in the passenger seat of Jason’s car parked outside thew firm,
Jason watched over her silently. How had he let someone as wonderful as Estre go? How had he
missed three whole years?
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Gently caressing her face, his gaze filled with tenderness, Jason leaned in for a soft kiss, careful not to
wake her.
At 1:50 PM, Estre’s phone rm jolted her awake. Jason, startled by the rm as well, turned to
look at her.
Estre yawned, “I should head back to the office. You get on with your day too.”
As she reached for the door, Jason pulled her back. “Is there something else?” Estre inquired.
“I’ll pick you up this afternoon,” Jason stated.
“Okay,” she replied, but as she tried to exit the car, Jason pulled her into a deep, reluctant
kiss.
It wasn’t until Estre was almostte for work that Jason let her go.
“Ms. Estre, congrattions.”
“Ms. Estre, congrattions.”
The news of her courtroom victory had spread like wildfire through the professional circles by the time
she got back to the firm. Meanwhile, major media tforms were abuzz with reports about the case.
Estre had won, ChemiSphere had been sentenced, and the water utilities were alreadyying new
drinking water pipelines while other rted departments were springing into action.
The higher-ups also issued documents, establishing a special task force to investigate how
Chemisphere’s quality inspections had been approved over the years. This caused a sudden panic
within the departments.
Estre’s victory in court wasn’t just a win for her and the townsfolk of Glimmering Lake, it was a victory
for every average Joe standing up for their rights.
The inte was abuzz with celebration, but Estre herself remained unfazed. She went
about her business, summarizing reports when necessary, and carrying on with her life. All the online
commotion seemed distant to her; her concerns were her work and her
family.
With Estre’s win, the Nelson household was buzzing too. Estre’s childhood friends, who had grown
up with her, were now chatting about her, boasting about their close ties
Kristin and Keith even called up Jason to ask if he had been at the hearing that morni Jason said he
had and sang Estre’s praises.
As they listened to Jason, Kristin and Keith got serious and told him, “Jason, if you’re serious about
getting back together with Estre, then you two better get hitched again.” They even added, “I’m telling
you, Estre’s very popr now. I’ve had a few inquiries asking if she’s still single.”
“Just letting you know,” they said. “The rest is up to you.”
Jason responded coolly, “I know.”
Although he appeared nonchnt, Jason was far from calm inside. He didn’t need Kristin’s reminder to
know Estre was well-liked.
The school’s chat group, and the club’s chat group – they were all talking about her. After years without
news, she was still as outstanding, formidable, and beautiful. To them, she was an untouchable deity..
A few brash souls even had the gall to ask Jason for Estre’s contact info. Jason’s expression
darkened as he promptly deleted those messages without a reply. If it weren’t for not wanting to appear
petty, he’d have blocked them on Messenger too.
Seeing all the chatter about Estre in various groups made Jason’s heart itch with anticipation. He
was eager to clock out, pick her up from work, hold her tight and nt a fervent kiss on her lips.
She belonged to him and him alone.
So, long before Estre’s workday was over, Jason shut down hisputer and took off early from
work.