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.

is doing here?” Emily whispers to Alexander,

slows his steps and replies, “I have no idea. I am just as surprised

expression shifting to comprehension. He knows

the crossfire, shifts uncomfortably, her eyes darting between the

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

seats at the table. Alexander leans back in his chair, his arms crossed tightly. “I find it hard to

Stone, there is nothing more to it,” Steven says, trying

bank to Emily’s, which, as I informed Ms. Johnson, cannot be reversed now. It was

Steven considers telling Alexander the true 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,” Alexander’s

can I not consider the meeting with Ms. Johnson as a breach of trust? In fact, as far as I can tell, it seems like an act of revealing insider information.

Steven hesitates again for a moment, weighing his options. He knows the consequences of revealing the truth and the potential fallout it could bring. But he

Steven responds, “Alexander. I assure you

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 or communication with Ms.

understands the severity of the situation and the

drafted tonight to all employees of Stone Enterprises terminating all collaboration with

*

the weight of her meeting with Steven lingering in her mind. She sees Evelyn, seeking refuge from the storm brewing in her own life at home with

with both anxiety and curiosity. She’s eager to hear the details of the

Sophia pours herself a generous portion of wine. She releases a heavy sigh, allowing the tension to escape before

her anticipation. Realizing that divulging the full