After the Divorce: Crushed on My Lawyer Ex-wife

#13 “He is Going to Bankrupt Them.

“No! This is an emergency. Please,” Sophia pleads. She can’t bear the weight of the situation, knowing how much she needs to fix it for her best friend.

Feeling a twinge of sympathy for Sophia, the receptionist tries to deliver her words as warmly as possible.

“I really am sorry, but Mr. Stone has left for some urgent business issues. He’s meeting with a client later this evening.”

Sophia’s heart sinks, her hope fading away. She turns to Evelyn, the devastation evident on her face, mirroring the consequence of the situation.

“This is entirely my fault, Evelyn. I take complete responsibility for it, and I will fix it,” Sophia declares with determination as they make their way back to the elevator.

Meanwhile, in Alexander’s office, Laura finishes up her paperwork. She couldn’t help but overhear the conversation between Alexander and the receptionist, and her curiosity gets the better of her.

“What’s going on?” Laura asks, curious but also concerned. With an unsympathetic look, Alexander responds, “I have decided to transfer the money from Crimms’ bank to the business of Emily’s branch company, StoneTech Solutions.”

Laura’s eyebrows shoot up in surprise, her mind racing to comprehend the implications of Alexander’s decision. She begins to push for further details, but Alexander dismisses her from the office, shutting the door behind her.

As Sophia and Evelyn exit the elevator, the weight of the situation still heavy on their shoulders, an idea suddenly sparks in Sophia’s mind. “Steven!” she exclaims, her voice filled with renewed hope.

“Who?” Evelyn responds. But before Sophia can answer, she swiftly dials a number on her phone, her finger raised to Evelyn as she waits for a response.

“Steven Mhyler, please. Yes, I’ll hold,” Sophia says, her voice determined. While on hold, she turns to Evelyn, a glimmer of excitement in her blue eyes.

with me. That way, I can get more

Sophia, impressed by her quick thinking and feeling a flicker of optimism for the first time that day. Sophia continues her

it’s Sophia Johnson. How are you?… Good to hear. Look, I have a few items I need to discuss with you. Is there a time we can meet? The sooner, the better… Yes, it is imperative that we meet today… Tonight at 7:00 at Bistro 45 would be perfect… It’s good to hear from you as well… I will see you then.” Sophia ends

with sincerity. “I cannot tell you how sorry I am for all of this, but I promise

releases from the hug. “But how is talking to Mr. Mhyler

steps into the warm ambiance of Bistro 45. Despite her nerves, she maintains a composed exterior. The hostess guides her to a

to greet her with a warm smile. “It is a pleasure to

Steven says, rising to greet her with a warm smile. “It is a pleasure

the work you’ve done in helping Alexander and me with our divorce. I must admit that I have grown a great respect

beauty and presence and wonder why Alexander would ever

I was just doing my job. But

crosses Sophia’s face; she questions with a raised eyebrow. Steven shifts uncomfortably in his seat,

there were rumors that Alexander’s ex-wife was… not

back up into Sophia’s crystal blue eyes, Steven takes a breath of relief, happy he

brief,” Steven says, “I have a client coming in to meet

the intimate candlelight of the restaurant. “I’ll make this quick.” She reaches into her vintage Louis Vuitton bag and pulls out the contract that

an issue with Mr. Stone.” Steven takes the contract, his eyes scanning the document. “And I

he immediately notices it is a contract between Stone Enterprise and Johnson and Associates Law Firm, not one from the divorce arrangement as he had expected.

looks down at the contract again and then back up at Sophia. His eyes widen, shocked he replies, “Wait a minute… You’re Sophia Johnson? Alexander’s legal

takes a sip

a gulp of his wine. The reality of the situation beginning to settle on him,

a gracious smile, Sophia replies, Thank you, Steven. It’s

from Steven, a different emotion take hold of him. He begins to worry about

the contract. Yes, Mr. Stone has breached that contract,” Sophia confirms, irritation