After the Divorce: Crushed on My Lawyer Ex-wife

#22 “Why not Let Her Try.”

Biting her bottom lip, Sophia turns to Benjamin with a worried expression. You know, I think I am going to text him. Find out if something has happened.”

“Good idea,” Benjamin answers, concern also apparent on his face. Sophia quickly takes out her phone and sends a text to the violinist. Moments later, she receives a reply, and a quiet laugh escapes her lips before she turns to Benjamin.

“What did he say?” Benjamin asks, eager to know why the musician is absent and Sophia’s laughter.

Reading the text, Sophia says, “Well, it seems that he has run into a completely unpredictable circumstance. He says there is no way he will be able to arrive anytime soon.”

“Oh, no,” Benjamin says, clearly disappointed. “He also says that had he been made aware that I was attending the gala, he would not have wanted to come,” 11 Sophia says, her cheeks blushing.

Benjamin raises an eyebrow in question. Sophia hesitantly blushes even deeper before continuing, “He says he would have been too intimidated by me to perform.”

Benjamin chuckles, “That’s quite the compliment!”

Sophia shrugs, “I am sure he’s just being polite.” A lull descends upon the performance, and the conductor takes the stage, a concerned expression on his face.

“Ladies and Gentlemen, I am afraid that our guest violinist has encountered an unforeseen situation and is running a bit behind,” he announces.

audible murmur of disgruntlement, disappointment

he should be here shortly, so if everyone

leave, expressing their frustration with impatient gestures and hushed complaints. Barbara’s face grows visibly tense, and she looks at her husband. “Do something, Daniel,” she demands As time ticks on, the tension in the room becomes palpable. People glance at their watches, impatiently waiting for any sign of the musician’s arrival. There are several shouts of wanting a refund, and murmurs of boos ripple through the space, creating

the escalating tension in the room. However, Sophia’s attention is immediately diverted as her phone starts

her voice is edgy as she answers the call. She quickly

am going to step away,” Sophia states, walking towards a quiet corner of the

sorry,” the thick English-accented voice asserts, “but there is absolutely no way

be so disappointed,” Sophia says, her

must perform it,” the musician responds. “Me? Oh no. You have rehearsed the piece so

voice laughs softly. “We both know that he will not. But honestly, Sophia, given your connection to Maestro Paus, it would be much more momentous for you to debut

Sophia knows what her friend says is true. She also knows he would help her if the situation were

Sophia finally agrees, her voice resolved. Returning to the gala, Sophia searches for Barbara. She spots her huddled in the corner of

preposterous!” Barbara exclaims, her frustration obvious. Noticing Sophia’s approach, Barbara turns to her,

I have a solution for you, Mrs. Williams,” Sophia says, trying to

“Really?” Barbara replies incredulously.

can play the piece. I know the

her doubt is noticeable. “While I am sure you are a fine violinist, I doubt you can provide the performance we need. Thank you,

takes a deep breath, not letting Barbara’s skepticism deter her. “May I speak with the conductor for

Barbara waves her hand at Sophia and steps aside for her and the