After the Divorce: Crushed on My Lawyer Ex-wife

Chapter 39

#39 “What is It that Makes You Drawn to Him?”

Alexander couldn’t tear his eyes away from Michael’s car even after Sophia had stopped looking at him. He suspected that she must have recognized him, given how guilty she appeared. It didn’t really matter to Alexander who Sophia was dating, but he knew exactly why Michael was pursuing her a sick ambition for revenge against him.

He came to the realization that despite her grumpy exterior, Sophia was a remarkable woman who deserved to be treated right. He had cautioned her about Michael multiple times, unable to fathom why she wouldn’t heed his advice.

Feeling his fists clenching, Alexander deliberately relaxed them. He wouldn’t let Michael get under his skin. He needed to talk to Sophia again, to convince her somehow.

His phone rang, and he answered it without bothering to look at the caller ID. His secretary’s voice came through urgently. “Mr. Stone, there’s a serious problem concerning William’s Bank.”

Alexander’s posture stiffened, a foreboding sensation settling in his gut. He had decided that all of his company’s funds would go into Emily’s father’s bank.

“What’s happening?” he demanded sharply.

“It’s all over the news. Accusations of bribery, immoral deals, money laundering it’s incredibly serious, Mr. Stone,” his secretary’s voice quivered with concern.

“This could be mere speculation.”

“I doubt that. sir. There’s concrete evidence – documents, recorded conversations. Journalists seem to have gotten their hands on this information and are tearing their reputation apart.”

Alexander mused aloud, “Barbara and her husband are certainly not clean when faced with such solid evidence.”

“Unfortunately, Alexander, I can’t dispute any of the claims.” As his secretary spoke, Emilia’s call started buzzing on the other line, relentless. Alexander silenced several incoming calls from her, his irritation growing.

“Who could’ve leaked this information? he asked with irritation in his voice. “It’s an anonymous source. They’ve done a thorough job gathering evidence and seem to have personal grievances against the Williams family.”

“Interesting…” Alexander muttered before abruptly ending another call from Emily. “Launch an investigation into the situation. I want to know what’s going on.”

“I’m already on it, sir.”

With that, he hung up and swiftly made his way to his car, driving toward the office. Everything seemed to be spiraling out of control, and Alexander detested the feeling of things going haywire. Upon arriving at the office, Emily immediately started talking to him.

she demanded. “I

had work,” Alexander replied

you even grasp the gravity of the situation? They’re smearing my family with the worst

always rely on you.” Emily seated herself on the edge of his desk, her tone lowering in an attempt to provoke

continued. “Can you… can you just hug me? It’s been an

these situations independently. I won’t always be there to

was

see that I’m not

usual demeanor was to remain composed, but Emily’s behavior was wearing on him. So much was at stake, and he had to deal with her antics

definitely do something about it,” Emily retorted, a hint of anger in her voice. Emily knew that Sophia was somehow involved in Alexander’s changing behavior, and the thought was driving

to a business meeting,” Alexander stated coolly as he left his

with Sophia that day. A chill ran down her spine. As soon as Alexander

“What’s this meeting about?”

case concerning your parents, Emily. Alexander believes you need

entrusted everything to Sophia, while she was left without his trust. The urgency intensified within her – Sophia had to be removed from

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intense as he fixed it on her. She didn’t seem impressed by his abrupt

tone cutting through the air

assume you know why I’m here, Sophia,” Alexander said. “You want me to be the lawyer

a matter of money,

entangled with Barbara

cold demeanor and wondered what nonsense Michael had told her. “How solid is the evidence?”

the fact that they’ve engaged

responded thoughtfully,

“Why does it matter to you why I’m concerned?” he retorted, his tone tinged with

if I were you, I wouldn’t get involved, Alexander. These people are schemers, and if you want to safeguard your company, it’s in your best interest to keep

Sophia couldn’t help but wonder why his expression held such an enigmatic quality.

individuals, you offer quite audacious advice,” he remarked in a low, almost throaty voice. Sophia involuntarily shivered as his presence intensified

with a frown. He nods still staring at her. She understood why people were afraid of Alexander, he could bury you in the ground with a look, but there was also something captivating about

to give him an explanation as to why she had gone out with Michael, but Alexander was patiently

to why you’re not heeding a straightforward warning. I did mention

“Perhaps a bit of listening wouldn’t hurt in

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