After the Divorce: Crushed on My Lawyer Ex-wife

#18 “I Can Assure You She Meant No Harm.”

The maître d’ gracefully approached, trailed closely by Emily. He swiftly arranged the table adjacent to Sophia’s, meticulously placing the silverware and pulling out the chairs.

Reluctantly, Alexander moved towards the table, his eyes shooting daggers at Emily. Sophia let out a weary sigh, gathering her belongings and taking a seat at the new arrangement, while Benjamin settled in next to her, a mischievous grin still playing on his lips.

Once everyone was settled, Steven cleared his throat politely and smiled. ” I really feel we must apologize. I hope we’re not intruding on your date, Ms. Johnson.”

Sophia choked on her wine for a moment, then managed a smile. “Oh, no. Benjamin is my dear friend. We actually grew up together in Europe. You won’t find a kinder and more genuine person than Benjamin Thompson,” Sophia said, shooting a cold glance at Alexander.

“Thompson, Ben Thompson,” Alexander mused aloud.

“I’ve heard of your remarkable achievements across the pond. Impressive write-up about you in The Economist last month. You’re doing great things.”

Benjamin graciously acknowledged the compliment, a touch of humility in his voice. “Thank you, Alexander. I’ve also heard quite a lot about your work here at Stone Enterprises. Your reputation precedes you.”

The tension in the air was palpable, each word and gesture laden with unspoken meaning. Ever the observer, Emily sensed the underlying unease

well, well, a world-renowned business entrepreneur and a powerful lawyer. Quite the power duo,

playful smirk. Her voice carried a hint of teasing but also a pang of envy. Sophia’s ability to effortlessly captivate attractive men had not

eyes silently pleading for him to diffuse the situation. Benjamin tightened his grip on Sophia’s hand with a soft,

respect the boundaries of our friendship. Sophia and I share a deep bond that goes beyond even the deepest of romantic entanglements. We support and cherish each other as dear friends, and

leans forward, studying Sophia and Benjamin with a probing gaze. “It seems

inwardly, feeling the weight of the anxiety of the lunch pressing against her chest. She locks eyes

surface, Mr. Stone. Complexities that aren’t easily explained or understood. Benjamin and I have a bond forged through shared experiences, trust, and

persisted, “there must be

She had grown weary of Emily’s

Sophia addressed Emily directly, “Emily, at this point, I would appreciate it if you could refrain from being

Alexander with an innocent expression on her face, Emily quickly interjected, “Oh, Alex, I truly am just trying

Emily and then shifted his gaze to Sophia, assessing the situation. He responded, “If Emily guarantees that she meant no

conviction, “Regardless of intentions, if Sophia feels that Emily is

see Sophia happy,” Alexander chimed

“Perhaps, Sophia

with their own thoughts and

turns to Benjamin. “I think I am finished, and I really do