Shawn’s expression went cold. “Allison, you know I love you.”
Allison let out a laugh, light but biting. “Really? Wasn’t it you sneaking around with Kate behind my back? Didn’t your mom adore her, always saying she was perfect for you? Now Kate’s pregnant with your kid and suddenly you don’t want her?”
“You… you know about that?” Shawn’s voice wavered, panic flashing in his eyes. “Allison, please don’t be mad. Let me explain. I was drunk that night—I thought she was you, I swear, that’s the only reason…”
“Save it.” Allison cut him off, her face full of disdain. “Don’t flatter yourself. I only brought it up because I think it’s hilarious. You all treated me like trash, and now karma’s come for you. Watching you squirm is honestly the highlight of my week.”
“Alright, that’s enough. Shawn, get out,” Grant said, voice low and firm. “Allison and I have business to discuss.”
“Dad—”
“I said out.”
…
After Allison and Grant finished talking about the case, she made her way downstairs—and found Shawn still loitering by the door.
“Allison, can we talk?” Shawn rushed over, desperation all over his face.
She didn’t even slow down. “There’s nothing left to say.”
“Allison, I know I don’t deserve your forgiveness, but—”
“Get out of my way,” she snapped. “Keep following me and you’ll regret it.”
“Allison, just listen—”
She shot Brooklyn a meaningful look.
Brooklyn stepped forward and shoved Shawn aside with enough force that he staggered, nearly falling over.
Shawn looked like he wanted to argue, but one glare from Brooklyn shut him up fast.
Allison slid into the car.
“Where to, boss?” Brooklyn asked.
“Back to the firm.”
“Got it.”
…
Soon enough, it was time for Grant’s divorce hearing.
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