After the Divorce: Crushed on My Lawyer Ex-wife

#24 “Are You Trying to Irritate Me?”

“Since I am here now, I would love to invite Ms. Johnson back to the stage for a brief duet with me. If she will give me the honor,” Oliver asks, motioning for Sophia to join him.

With a radiant smile, Sophia gladly rejoins her friend on the stage. After a few playful exchanges, they settle into a rousing version of Sergei Prokofiev’s Sonata for 2 Violins. Their synchronized performance is

breathtaking, captivating the crowd. As the final note resounds through the hall, the audience erupts into another round of enthusiastic applause, their admiration for both musicians evident.

After the applause for the spontaneous duet settles, the auctioneer for the auction takes the stage, his face shining with excitement. “Well, let’s keep that energy going for our charity auction!”

As the auction commences, valuable items are enthusiastically bid on, and a substantial amount of money is raised for charity. Benjamin successfully bids for a Jaeger-LeCoultre watch, while Sophia wins a Pablo Picasso sculpture. However, the most sought-after auction item of the evening is Sophia’s Stradivari’s violin.

When the auctioneer brings Sophia’s prized possession to the stage, the audience buzzes with excitement. “I can see we are all ready to bid on the Stradivari’s violin that Ms. Johnson so expertly played on for us today. We shall start the bidding at 10,000 dollars.

Immediately, a flurry of paddles rises into the air, including Benjamin’s and Alexander’s. Turning to her friend, Sophia jokes, “I don’t think you will have to help drive the bid higher.”

“Are you kidding me?” Benjamin responds with a smirk. “I want that! What you did tonight was amazing!”

10,000, then 50,000, and even 100,000 dollars. Sophia feels a sense of pride and satisfaction knowing that her violin is

bidding climbs to 200,000 dollars, Benjamin, with a hint of disappointment,

determined bidders, including Alexander, are still raising their

care,” Sophia remarks quietly to

bidding,” Sophia whispers as Alexander raises his paddle

I have 950,000 from the woman in the corner?” the auctioneer asks. She smiles and nods. Turning

and the room releases a small gasp in awe at the monumental price. The other bidder politely declines to raise the bid any further. “With that, the Stradivari’s violin is awarded to the gentleman at table

whispers to Benjamin, “I really wanted it to go to someone I didn’t

million dollars for charity,” Benjamin

very grateful for that.” Sophia concedes, clinking her champagne

with an enormous smile. “I cannot believe you bid that

incredibly crafted instrument, and I know it will make the perfect present,” he says confidently. Emily’s heart skips a beat,

of excitement, she moves her hands to rest on

replies, attempting to keep a seductive tone as she leans

mother has an affinity for stringed instruments, and

excitement deflates like a popped balloon. She quickly tries to recover from her assumption. “Oh, yes. It is perfect for her. You are a wonderful son,” Emily forces a smile, though her eyes

Emily’s feelings, nods in agreement. “Thank you. She has always supported my pursuits, so I

the auction nears its end, Oliver gracefully makes his way to table eight,