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.

whispers to Alexander, curiosity in her voice as they

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

realization dawns upon him, he abruptly stops, his expression shifting to comprehension. He knows precisely why Sophia Johnson was

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

begins, his voice shaky,” Alexander, I understand your concerns,

Alexander leans back in his chair, his arms crossed tightly. “I

more to it,” Steven says, trying to convenience himself

which, as I

consequences for not only Stone Enterprises, but

breach of trust? In fact, as far as I can tell, it seems like an act of revealing insider information. It is completely

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 also recognizes Sophia’s

“Alexander. I assure you there was nothing inappropriate or revealing about the

intensifies, searching 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

neutral. He understands the severity of the situation and the

thing 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.

*

Evelyn, seeking refuge from the storm

She’s eager to hear the details of the encounter

of wine. She

divulging the full extent of the conversation wouldn’t serve Evelyn

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