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.

way, I can get more information

impressed by her quick thinking and feeling a flicker of optimism for the

the better… Yes, it is imperative that we meet today… Tonight at 7:00 at Bistro 45

her in a hug filled with sincerity. “I cannot tell you how sorry I am for all

the hug. “But how is talking

ambiance of Bistro 45. Despite her nerves, she maintains a composed exterior. The hostess guides

rising to greet her with a warm smile.

a warm smile. “It is a pleasure

the work you’ve done in helping Alexander and me with our divorce. I must admit that

but be overwhelmed by Sophia’s beauty and presence and wonder

was just doing my job. But

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

his glass of wine, he shyly responds, “Well, there were rumors that Alexander’s ex-wife was… not well

back up into Sophia’s crystal blue

brief,” Steven says, “I have

Sophia responds, her blue eyes sparkling in the intimate candlelight of the restaurant. “I’ll make this quick.” She reaches into her vintage Louis Vuitton bag and pulls

his eyes scanning

between Stone Enterprise and Johnson and Associates Law Firm, not one from the divorce arrangement as he had expected. Confused, he asks, “Where did you get this contract? Are you

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

takes a sip of water, “Yes, I

settle on him, “I had no idea… You’re even more… impressive in person.” The words stumble from

gracious smile, Sophia replies, Thank you,

different emotion take hold of him. He begins to worry about what such a formidable lawyer is intending to

Stone has breached that contract,” Sophia