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!”

exhaled deeply, he leaned back

about the damn responsibilities. We all know the story. My grandfather was saved—whatever that means—by Sophia’s grandfather when they were just children. In return, my grandfather

sarcasm. “Two star-crossed lovers who had never

declared. “I have fulfilled my duty to my

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

the television! Right now!”

but he

flickered to life, a news banner crawled across the bottom of the screen, spelling out a shocking headline: Wealthiest Man Secretly Divorces,

themselves on Alexander’s face as he turned to Emily, searching for answers. “What the hell

turn of events, could only offer a shrug, her tone

you know, people love to jump

tension thickened in the room, a forceful knock on the door shattered the silence, announcing the arrival of Steven Mhyler, one of Alexander’s trusted lawyers. His demeanor betrayed a sense of urgency as he hastily entered the room, his attention consumed by the news

you are both here,” Steven declared, seemingly oblivious to the charged atmosphere that enveloped the office. His focus remained steadfast

I think you should

now

he commanded, could not hide the irritation in his

a closer look at the modified terms and

modified it?” Alexander grabbed the paperwork from Steven’s hand with so

proceedings between Mr. Alexander Stone and Mrs. Sophia Stone, it is hereby decreed that Mrs. Sophia Stone shall retain ownership and control of forty-five percent (45%)

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

her more than she was worth and she wants more?” Alex’s voice gradually became deep and husky, which is a typical sign when

“Fix this immediately, Steven!”

intense gaze of the CEO, he broke out in

discover a potential avenue to recoup your losses from the shares that Sophia stole in her modification. Time is of the essence. In order to do this, though, we must swiftly

escaped his lips. “Now,” he admitted, his voice tinged with regret. “Closing this loophole is far beyond my expertise. We will need to seek specialized assistance to navigate the

Emily, her patience wearing thin. She