After the Divorce: Crushed on My Lawyer Ex-wife

2 “Let’s See What She Can Do.”

Three days had elapsed since Alexander Stone had dispatched Charles to deliver the divorce papers. He paced back and forth within the confines of his opulent corner office, boasting a panoramic view of the city skyline.

He was waiting for a consequence. And he was not surprised to get the result he expected.

He knew that his soon-to-be ex-wife would sign the papers. He offered a very generous price for this transaction, far higher than what she has paid in this marriage, but of course, she is taking the full three days to finish this sham of a marriage.

A soft knock at the door preceded Laura’s entrance. Laura, a trusted employee who had taken on the role of Alexander’s secretary, held an envelope containing the divorce decree, laying it delicately on the polished surface of his desk.

“She signed and has moved out,” Laura announced simply, her tone carrying an air of finality.

“Of course. She should be.” Alexander replied.

“It’s about damn time,” Emily Williams, a Branch Manager for Stone Enterprise, breezed into the office, her long black hair trailing behind her like a curtain of shadows.

“You should have kicked her out of that house years ago.”

Emily was Alexander’s childhood friend. Their families had been business partners, so naturally, Emily and Alexander were also business partners. Alexander treated her as his little sister.

Meeting Emily’s gaze, Alexander frowned, “Emily, you know why things had to unfold this way.”

He has always been a man that whatever he wanted, no matter the cost. This marriage was a way for him to seize control of the family business, so he took it.

“Maybe,” Emily responded, “but she lived in your house and relied on you for support while offering nothing in return. It’s fantastic that you’ve finally put that chapter behind you!”

deeply, he leaned back

My grandfather was saved—whatever that means—by Sophia’s grandfather when they were just children. In return, my grandfather promised me to

lovers who had never seen each other in

done,” Alexander declared. “I have

Alexander and Emily from their conversation. Without hesitation, Alexander pressed the speaker button, allowing the urgency in the

Please turn on the television! Right now!” The voice on

but

screen, spelling out a shocking headline: Wealthiest Man Secretly Divorces, Suspected of Having an Extramarital

Emily, searching for answers. “What the hell is going on?”

aback by the sudden turn of events, could only offer a shrug, her tone lacking

to

one of Alexander’s trusted lawyers. His demeanor betrayed a sense of urgency

oblivious to the charged atmosphere that enveloped the office. His focus remained steadfast on the critical

news. I think

continued standing, now glaring at

could not

began, “I took a closer look at the modified terms and we have a

paperwork from Steven’s hand with

decreed that Mrs. Sophia Stone shall retain ownership and control of forty-five percent (45%) of the shares in the subsidiary company, hereinafter referred to as

If you don’t solve this problem, it is going to be taken over by someone else. Fix it,” A gasp catches in Emily’s throat. Emily demands as tears begin to well in

worth and she wants more?” Alex’s voice gradually became deep and husky, which is

“Fix this immediately, Steven!”

gaze of the CEO, he broke out in

that Sophia stole in her modification. Time is of the essence.

he admitted, his voice tinged with regret. “Closing this loophole is far beyond my expertise. We will need to seek

welled up within Emily, her patience wearing thin. She let out an exasperated huff, unable to contain