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.

you suppose she is doing here?” Emily whispers to Alexander, curiosity in her voice as

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

expression shifting to comprehension. He knows precisely why Sophia Johnson

He meets Alexander’s piercing gaze. Emily, caught in the crossfire, shifts uncomfortably, her eyes

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

table. Alexander leans back in his chair, his arms crossed tightly. “I find it hard to believe that this was a mere casual discussion. There must be more

more to it,” Steven says, trying

movement of funds from the Crimms’ bank to Emily’s, which, as I informed Ms. Johnson, cannot be reversed now. It was a brief and straightforward

devastating consequences for not only Stone Enterprises, but for his own job as well. “Tell me, Steven,” Alexander’s voice drips with

consider the meeting with Ms. Johnson as a breach of trust? In fact, as far as I can tell, it seems like

palpable. Steven hesitates again for a moment, weighing his options. He knows the consequences of revealing

I assure you there was nothing inappropriate

back in his chair, his tone resolute.

nods, his expression neutral. He understands the severity of the situation

continues. However, his wrath is starting to ease, “I want a letter drafted tonight to all employees of Stone Enterprises

*

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

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

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

Evelyn ventures, her voice betraying her anticipation. Realizing that divulging the full extent of the conversation wouldn’t serve Evelyn well, Sophia