After the Divorce: Crushed on My Lawyer Ex-wife

#15 “Where are We Regarding A Proposal?”

Once Alexander had made the directive about terminating all collaboration with Crimms, his mood appeared to lighten. However, Steven couldn’t shake off the unease that lingered within him.

“However, that is not the original reason I wanted to meet,” Alexander responded. “I have a new client I need you to meet with.”

Emily’s eyes darted towards the door, a playful smile spreading across her face. “They’re here!” she exclaimed, excitement evident in her voice.

As the couple approached the table, Alexander eagerly extended his hand and vigorously shook the man’s hand, his enthusiasm apparent. On the other hand, the woman let out a cheerful laugh and pulled Alexander into a warm embrace.

“Steven Mhyler, this is Daniel and Barbara Williams, Emily’s parents,” Alexander introduced a sense of dignity in his voice. The air filled with a flurry of greetings, hellos, and friendly handshakes, while everyone settled down at the table.

“What can I get you all to drink?” the waiter asked, breaking the pleasant buzz of excitement filling the air.

Once the wine arrived and Alexander offered a charming toast, the atmosphere shifted from casual chatter to the business at hand. Alexander wasted no time and dived straight into the heart of the meeting.

“Steven, as you know, we have withdrawn all our funds from Crimms International Bank and Savings,” Alexander stated. Steven nodded nervously, the memory of his conversation with Sophia just before Alexander’s arrival still fresh in his mind.

“Well, the next step is to move that money into Barbara’s bank,” Alexander continued, his gaze unwavering.

knew better than to question Alexander, especially in front of other people, but

patted him on the back. “Alex, you and your family have

her hand reaching out to grasp Alexander’s. “Yes, this will truly go a long way in supporting our plans. But,” she trailed off, her voice hinting at an underlying

raised an eyebrow, sensing that there was more to their gratitude. He was aware of the Williams’ inclination towards greed, but he had assumed that the substantial amount of money he

to need an

embarrassment as she attempted to intervene. “Mom, Alexander has already made a significant investment.

she could finish her sentence, Emily’s mother swiftly cut her off, her voice stern, “Emily,

the table, tension thickening as everyone awaited Alexander’s

responded smoothly, maintaining his composed demeanor. He glanced at Steven and continued, “Now, if you will excuse Steven and me for a few moments, I have some private matters to

shifted her full attention to her daughter. “Where are we regarding a proposal?” she asked. Her voice filled with more exasperation

sting of embarrassment from her parents’ behavior and scolding, Emily gibed in response. “We are nowhere,

Ridiculous, Emily. You’re an attractive woman; Alexander is divorced. I don’t see the issue. Are you even trying? I mean, look at your dress! There’s absolutely no cleavage showing. How will you ever seduce him if you dress like that?” She waved her hand dismissively as if it were the most obvious thing in

you. Maybe just try a little harder, smile more, and compliment him. Men love that. And even if you aren’t in love with him now, those emotions

table, her eyes filled with tears of frustration. ” The thing is, I do love Alex. I love him

it, darling?” Barbara

than any person could ever imagine, and what do you do? You ask for more.” Her words came out in a rush, tears starting to

daughter’s concerns with a wave. Alexander is a businessman. He understands that money makes the world go round. Plus, that amount of money is a

up and caught sight of Alexander and Steven

her voice filled with worry, “My concern is that the more you push for money, the less Alexander will

from her parents, silently hoping they would change their ways for her relationship with Alexander. Steven and Alexander returned