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 in his

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 promised me to Sophia a transaction drenched in

truly beautiful romance,” Emily scoffed with sarcasm. “Two star-crossed lovers

of what it was, it’s done,” Alexander declared. “I have fulfilled

conversation. Without hesitation, Alexander pressed the speaker button, allowing the urgency in the caller’s voice to

some emergency happened! Please turn on the television! Right now!” The voice on the

but

the screen, spelling out a shocking

to Emily, searching for answers. “What the

sudden turn of events, could only

she confessed. “But you know, people love to jump on these types of stories.

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

that enveloped the office. His focus remained

I think you

now glaring

could not hide the

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

the paperwork from Steven’s hand with so much force that they almost

that Mrs. Sophia Stone shall retain ownership and control of forty-five percent (45%)

problem, it is going to be taken over by someone else. Fix it,” A gasp catches

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

pipes up, “I think we have to discover a potential avenue to recoup your losses from the shares that Sophia stole in

loophole is far beyond my expertise. We will need

her patience wearing thin. She let out an exasperated huff,