After the Divorce: Crushed on My Lawyer Ex-wife

#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.

here?” Emily whispers to Alexander, curiosity in her voice as they

his gaze fixed on Sophia as she walks out the door, slows his steps and replies, “I have no idea. I am just as surprised as you are to

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

seat, his composure all business. He meets Alexander’s piercing gaze. Emily, caught in the crossfire, shifts uncomfortably, her eyes darting between the two men. “What

begins, his voice shaky,” Alexander, I understand your concerns, but I assure you it

Alexander leans back in his chair, his arms crossed

Mr. Stone, there is nothing more to it,”

as I informed Ms. Johnson, cannot be reversed now. It was a brief and straightforward

devastating consequences for not

as far as I can tell,

his seat. Alexander’s anger is palpable. Steven hesitates again for a moment, weighing his options. He knows the consequences of

a calculated decision, Steven responds, “Alexander. I assure you there was nothing

his chair, his tone resolute. “Very well. Just remember, Steven, I will not tolerate further involvement or communication with

expression neutral. He understands the severity of the

Steven,” Alexander continues. However, his wrath is starting to ease, “I want a letter drafted tonight to all employees of Stone Enterprises terminating all collaboration with Crimms’ bank. And be sure to CC the bank

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with Steven lingering in her mind. She sees Evelyn, seeking refuge from the storm brewing in her own life

gaze towards Sophia, Evelyn’s eyes shimmer with both anxiety and curiosity. She’s eager to hear the details of the encounter with Steven,

Evelyn on the couch, Sophia pours herself a generous portion of wine. She releases a heavy sigh,

the full extent of the conversation wouldn’t serve Evelyn well, Sophia decides to approach it