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.

out an audible murmur of disgruntlement, disappointment spreading through the

be here shortly, so if everyone will

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

in the room. However, Sophia’s

answers the call. She quickly

you very well; I am going to step away,” Sophia states, walking towards a quiet corner of the room and

“but there is absolutely no way I am

be so disappointed,” Sophia says, her

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

he will not. But honestly, Sophia, given your connection to Maestro Paus, it would be much more momentous for you to debut the

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

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

frustration obvious. Noticing Sophia’s approach, Barbara turns

have a solution for you, Mrs.

“Really?” Barbara replies incredulously.

can play the piece. I know the

a fine violinist, I doubt you can provide the performance we need.

skepticism deter her. “May I speak with

and steps aside for her and the conductor to