After the Divorce: Crushed on My Lawyer Ex-wife

#66 “In that Case, I can Make an Exception.”

Alexander reclined on his sofa, the amber liquid in his glass catching the soft glow of the room’s dim lighting. As he took a sip of the whiskey, its warmth spread through him, calming his thoughts. Despite Sophia’s refusals earlier in the evening, he held onto a glimmer of hope. For him, the day had been filled with pleasant surprises, and he believed they had made progress.

The silence of his spacious home was broken by the soft clinking of the ice in his glass as he swirled the whiskey gently. He thought about Sophia, her laughter, and the moments they had shared at the carnival. With each passing second, his desire to get to know her better grew stronger.

After another contemplative sip, he reached for his phone and dialed his mother’s number. The call connected, and Caroline’s voice greeted him warmly.

“Hello dear. How are you?”

“I’m fine, but I have something to tell you,” he began.

“Is it related to Sophia and my birthday?” she asked excitedly. “Yes,” replied Alexander more gloomily, knowing what he was about to tell her.

Caroline, listened attentively as her son recounted the events of the evening, particularly the part where he had tried to invite Sophia to her birthday party.

“So, she declined, Alexander?” Caroline asked, concern evident in her voice.

tone tinged with disappointment. “She said she

you’re genuinely interested in

warm and reassuring. “I have a plan, Alexander. I’ve arranged for Sophia to come to my

how? You’ve never even

a hint of mischief in her voice. “Ah, my dear, let’s just say that I have a few

not to press his mother for more details. He trusted her judgment and knew that she had a way of making things happen. If Caroline believed this was the right path to help him reconnect with

“I appreciate your support

“Of course, Alexander. I only want what’s best for you,

Alexander ended the call with his mother. Sophia had declined his invitation for now, but with mother’s assistance, perhaps their paths would cross once again at the

Sophia this time,

*

day at the county fair with Alexander. Despite her initial reluctance, the day had turned out surprisingly well. Her heart was still racing

out of her reverie. She picked it up to see

you received my invitation to the private concert and I hope you

had seen the invitation earlier, but she also knew that the event was sponsored by Alexander’s family. The invitation was signed with the company’s logo, and Sophia tried to avoid them as

want to attend.” Seconds later, her phone rang, and she answered to hear Oliver’s familiar voice

greeted her warmly.

with equal warmth. “I’m doing great, but I’m not sure I want to participate. My ex- husband will be there.

not just any concert. And I

surprise.” Don’t tell me that Maestro Paus will be performing at the concert? In that case, I can make