After the Divorce: Crushed on My Lawyer Ex-wife

Chapter 7

7 “He’s Not Enough for You.”

“I’m sorry, what was that?” Alexander asked, visibly shifting so Emily’s head no longer rested on him.

Sophia took a deep breath, composing herself once more. Emotions had no place in her plans, and she reminded herself of the task at hand.

“Nothing,” Sophia replied calmly. “I think I’ll be heading home now.”

“Really?” Emily chimed in, her voice laced with fake concern. “The party is just getting started.”

“Umm, Emily,” Alexander interjected, “Why don’t you go back in? I’ll join you in just a moment.”

Emily glared at Alexander, clearly disgruntled, but obediently turned to leave. Sophia couldn’t help but watch as Alexander’s eyes followed Emily down the hallway.

Once Emily was out of earshot, Alexander turned his attention back to Sophia. “My family and Emily’s family have been close friends for many years. She’s very ambitious but naive. I brought her into my company after she graduated from the University of Chicago last year. It was a way to guide and protect her in this ruthless world.”

Sophia studied Alexander closely as he spoke. His explanation of their relationship might work on other women, but she knew better than to fall for his facade.

As Sophia glanced down the hallway and noticed Emily waiting and watching, she tried to stifle a giggle but failed.

at ease and joined in her laughter. “I’ll admit she’s a bit clingy, though. Come on, let’s get

Alexander to escort her down the hallway. His hand rested gently on her lower back, and she chose not to brush it

matter. It

couldn’t help but notice the shared look between Emily and Alexander. Sister, my ass, she thought bitterly.

a mutually beneficial relationship, I assure

“Mr. Stone, you still have several people to talk to. The

and send it

Alexander and Emily disappear into the crowd. Emily hangs tightly onto Alexander’s arm,, and Alexander does not try to push

enjoy his

the vibrant chatter of the guests. Sophia settles onto a barstool, her eyes

like, lovely lady?” the bartender flirts, drawing a

need something stronger. How about a whiskey neat,” Sophia answers, her voice carrying a hint of resolution. She’s prepared to nurse her

feeling the warmth of the amber liquid cascade down

whiskey, a man in his late twenties takes the seat

woman’s heart. “I’ll have what the lady is having,” he says, his voice dripping

closer, his eyes twinkling with intrigue. “Quite the party, huh?” he

of the

would such an unbelievably gorgeous woman be sitting at a bar all alone? It

know; it could

lips before he abruptly leaves Sophia alone at the bar. Her words hang

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