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.

am going to see if he will meet with me. That way, I can get more information about what is really going on… Yes, I am here.

of optimism for the first time that day. Sophia continues her phone conversation, her tone focused and

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

“I cannot tell you how sorry I

perseverance, Evelyn eases up and releases from the hug. “But how is talking

the warm ambiance of Bistro 45. Despite her nerves, she maintains a composed exterior. The hostess guides her to a table where Steven is already waiting for

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

smile. “It is a pleasure to meet

helping Alexander and me with our divorce. I must admit that

seats, Steven can’t help but be overwhelmed by Sophia’s beauty and presence and wonder why

need for thanks, I was just doing my job. But I must say,

did you expect?” A small smile crosses Sophia’s face; she questions with a raised eyebrow. Steven shifts uncomfortably in his seat, embarrassed by what

his glass of wine, he shyly responds, “Well, there were rumors that Alexander’s ex-wife was…

up into Sophia’s

apologize, but I’ll have to make this brief,” Steven says, “I have a

in the intimate candlelight of the restaurant. “I’ll make this quick.” She reaches

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

Steven flips through the contract, 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. Confused, he asks, “Where did

and then back up at Sophia. His eyes widen, shocked he replies, “Wait a minute… You’re Sophia Johnson?

takes a

takes a gulp of his wine. The reality of the situation beginning to settle on him, “I had no idea… You’re even more… impressive in person.” The words

you, Steven. It’s always nice to

from Steven, a different emotion take hold of him. He

back to the contract. Yes, Mr. Stone has breached