After the Divorce: Crushed on My Lawyer Ex-wife

#16 “This Really is A Peculiar Situation, Isn’t It?”

As Sophia stands in front of her apartment building, watching Alexander starting to walk into his, her heart jumps as he turns and looks directly at her. Frozen with whether or not to acknowledge him or ignore him, he decides for her.

“Sophia!” Alexander shouts, dodging cars like a player in his own version of Frogger to cross the busy street. When he finally reached her, Sophia couldn’t help but smile. “Mr. Stone, I had no idea we were neighbors,” she said, attempting a flirty laugh that came out more as an awkward chuckle.

“It would appear so,” Alexander replied, pulling out her green Gucci Marmont card case wallet from his suit pocket. “I believe this belongs to you. I found it at Bistro 45 last night. I was going to have it messengered over to you today, but this takes something off my to-do list.”

Alexander hands Sophia the wallet and turns to leave. Nervously, she places her hand on his shoulder, stopping him. Filled with anxiety, she musters the courage to ask, “Mr. Stone, I was hoping for just a quick moment of your time.”

Alexander turns and looks at her, his green eyes shining with a glint of gold in the morning sunshine. He nods, indicating for her to continue.

“Okay, well, um,” Sophia stammers, gathering her thoughts. “You are owed an apology. What my friend said was inexcusable, and I am so sorry. She didn’t mean any harm; she’s just… umm… feisty and protective. But honestly, on behalf of my best friend, I deeply apologize for her behavior.”

Taking a deep breath, Sophia raises her eyes to meet Alexander’s gaze. His face was impenetrable, and she anxiously awaited his response. Alexander locks eyes with her, and a gentle smile spreads across his tanned face.

he begins. “Just a few days ago, you treated me like I was the most despicable, vile person in the

and

Alexander continues, his smile unwavering. “This

in her hand, panic threatening to consume her. Maybe Mr. Mhyler hadn’t heeded her warning and had revealed her true identity to Alexander. “Look, I don’t

laced with superiority. “Ah, yes, Steven Mhyler. I must admit, I’m rather impressed by your wide range of network connections. Mr. Mhyler is a very influential lawyer, and most people must make an appointment with

wave. If Steven had indeed disclosed her secret, this conversation would have taken a drastically different turn. But the relief quickly subsides

voice loaded with power, you need to understand that Steven is MY lawyer, and so he will do as I tell him. I have made my decisions on… matters… and

pauses, his eyes narrowing. “What was it that Michael Corleone said? ‘It’s nothing personal; it’s

became clear to her instantly that her investigation with Steven had angered Alexander, and he had no intention of sparing Evelyn’s

Alexander turns a warm smile toward her, hoping to convey his intentions. He takes a step closer, attempting to bridge the gap between them. But instead of returning the smile, Sophia takes a deliberate and exaggerated step backward, creating distance between

think he has gained the upper hand, Sophia locks eyes with him, her voice steady

will agree, particularly when I begin to exploit some legal loopholes in the subsidiary StoneTech Solutions. Which, if I’m not mistaken,

back. His anxiety seeping into his words.

smile playing on her lips. “Did we?” she asked, her voice dripping with

shift in Alexander’s demeanor, Sophia feels a surge of satisfaction. She turns to leave, but she swiftly moves back towards him. Close enough that he can catch a whiff of the light, alluring fragrance of her

her eyes captivating as she whispers seductively, “You know, Mr. Stone, I love The Godfather too. But my favorite quote is spoken by Calo. Do you