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.

and joined in her laughter. “I’ll admit she’s

His hand rested gently on her lower back, and she chose not to

for your help in this matter. It means

she thought bitterly. That woman is the reason why Alexander divorced me; I’m certain of

beneficial relationship, I assure you,” Sophia replied, regaining

“Mr. Stone, you still have several people to talk to. The mayor has been asking about you along with

drawn up tonight and send it to

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

no one in particular, “might as well enjoy his party.” She moves toward a bar in

music pulsates through the venue, intertwining with the vibrant chatter of the guests. Sophia settles onto a barstool, her eyes scanning the room

lovely lady?” the bartender flirts, drawing a small smile to her

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

sip, feeling the warmth of the amber liquid cascade down her throat, momentarily soothing her inner turmoil.

twenties takes the seat next to her. He is dressed impeccably and oozes a magnetic

heart. “I’ll have what the lady is having,” he

eyes twinkling with intrigue. “Quite the

resignation. The effects of the whiskey have rendered

“So tell me, why would such an unbelievably gorgeous woman be sitting at

turns to meet the man’s gaze, her voice alluring. “I don’t know; it could be because I’m going through a divorce that threatens to leave

he abruptly leaves Sophia alone at the bar.

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