After the Divorce: Crushed on My Lawyer Ex-wife

Chapter 14

#14 “This Incident Ends Here.”

Before reaching the door, Sophia’s determined footsteps come to a halt. With a sense of urgency, she walks back to Steven, who curious smile. greets her with a “One more thing, Mr. Mhyler,” she says.

Steven leans in attentively. “Of course, go ahead.’

“It is crucial that you do not mention to Mr. Stone that we met today,” Sophia asserts, her eyes locked with Steven’s. ” And please, do not reveal my true identity to him. I am warning you it would be bad for everyone!”

Confused by her request, Steven raises an eyebrow. “Ms. Johnson, you are putting me in a very tricky situation.”

Sophia leans closer, her voice almost a whisper, “I realize that Mr. Mhyler, and I am sorry about that; however the best decision you can make is to stay silent.” “But, Ms. Johnson…”

Sophia cuts him off, “Steven, it is imperative that this stays between you and me. This is not a request.”

Uncomfortable with the demand, but realizing he does not have a choice. Steven relectuanly replies, “Your secret is safe with me.”

Sophia nods gratefully. She turns again towards the door, eager to leave. The once-crowded lobby of the restaurant has become even more packed with patrons, making it difficult to navigate. In her haste, she overlooks Alexander and Emily as they make their way through the crowd, their eyes fixed on her.

do you suppose she is doing here?” Emily whispers to Alexander, curiosity

Sophia as she walks out the door, slows his steps and replies, “I have no idea. I am

upon him, he abruptly stops, his expression shifting to comprehension. He knows precisely

caught in the crossfire, shifts uncomfortably, her eyes darting between the two men. “What in the hell were

understand your concerns, but I assure

trio takes their seats at the table. Alexander leans back in his chair, his arms crossed

Stone, there is nothing more to it,” Steven says, trying to convenience himself as much

as I informed Ms. Johnson, cannot be reversed now. It was

identity of Sophia, but he quickly reconsiders. The fallout would have devastating consequences for not only Stone Enterprises, but for his own job as well. “Tell me, Steven,”

meeting with Ms. Johnson as a breach of trust? In fact, as far as I can tell,

options. He knows the consequences of revealing the truth and the potential fallout it could bring. But he

I assure you there was

for any signs of deception. Satisfied for now, he leans back in his chair, his tone resolute. “Very well. Just remember, Steven, I will not tolerate further involvement

understands the severity of the situation and the weight of

want a letter drafted tonight to all employees of Stone Enterprises terminating all collaboration with Crimms’ bank. And be sure to CC the

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refuge from the

and curiosity. She’s eager to hear the details of the encounter with Steven, desperate for a

generous portion of wine. She releases a heavy sigh, allowing the tension to escape before venturing into the

ventures, her voice betraying her anticipation. Realizing that divulging the full extent

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