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.

laughter. “I’ll admit she’s a bit

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

for your help in this matter. It means a lot to me, to

look between Emily and Alexander. Sister, my ass, she thought bitterly.

I assure you,” Sophia

turns to Alexander, obviously trying to pull him away from Sophia, and says, “Mr. Stone, you still have several people to talk to. The mayor has been asking about you along

tonight and send it

and Emily disappear into the crowd. Emily hangs tightly onto Alexander’s

his party.” She moves toward

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

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

neat,” Sophia answers, her voice carrying a hint

her a generous measure and offers it with an authentic smile. Sophia takes a sip, feeling the warmth of the amber liquid cascade

man in his late twenties takes the seat next to

“I’ll have what the lady is having,” he says, his voice dripping with

closer, his eyes twinkling with

filled with resignation. The effects of the whiskey have rendered her immune to

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

man’s gaze, her voice alluring. “I don’t know; it could be because I’m going

leaves Sophia alone

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