Together, amidst the renewal of positive energy, they walked toward the kitchen table and returned to their research. The next few hours were spent gathering, noting, and preparing for meetings later that day.
When the time came for their appointment with the lawyer, Emily could hardly decide whether to be nervous or excited. They paved the way to the law office, the impressive-looking building signifying the seriousness of the task ahead.
"Ready?" Alex asked, squeezing her hand as they neared the entrance.
"I guess," Emily replied and took a deep breath. "We just have to keep our focus."
The middle-aged lawyer greeted them in a welcoming manner as they entered, with salt-and-pepper hair and an expression that brooked no nonsense. "Emily, Alex, good to meet you. I understand you have s
