When I saw that video, I was having dinner with a client. I glanced at it once and swiped away. Neither of them had the power to disturb my peace anymore.
Three months later, Ethan's father came to see me in person. He didn't come to plead for Ethan. He came to apologize.
Ethan's father looked much older than he had on the day of the engagement party. He sat in my office and stayed silent for a long time. "Hannah, I came today to give you the cancellation fees and compensation."
I looked at the check. The amount far exceeded my actual losses. I pushed it back. "My lawyer has already calculated the portion that should be paid. I won't take anything extra."
Ethan's father gave a bitter smile. "You're still so clearheaded about everything."
I said calmly, "It's better to stay clearheaded
