After the Divorce: Crushed on My Lawyer Ex-wife

Chapter 69

#69 “Sophia is A Living Mystery.”

Sophia remained silent in the car on the way to the concert, staring out the window to avoid paying too much attention to Alexander.

“Why do you avoid me? You know I’m only driving you to the concert, not kidnapping you,” he joked, trying to break the ice.

“I know,” Sophia replied coldly, without looking at him. Ever since the evening of the carnival, especially after Alexander’s confession, Sophia had been avoiding any unnecessary contact with him. She was determined not to encourage his lingering feelings. Their divorce was final, and she believed it was for the best.

“I’m glad you’ll be there,” Alexander continued, attempting to maintain a conversation.

“I haven’t heard the maestro play in a long time,” was Sophia’s simple response.

Realizing that engaging in a conversation with Sophia was a challenge, Alexander decided to turn on the car’s radio. They continued the rest of the drive in silence.

Upon arriving at the birthday venue, Alexander noticed Sophia’s slight frown. He parked the car and rushed to open her door, offering his hand to help her out, but she declined.

“Don’t overdo it, Alexander,” she laughed. “You’ve seen me handle a firearm. Do you really think I need assistance getting out of the car?”

Alexander chuckled, trying to ease the tension. “No, but it won’t hurt if you let me at least pretend to be a gentleman.”

Their laughter lightened the mood as they headed towards the entrance.

When they stepped inside, the venue was already filled with people. Conversations came to a peaceful pause, and curious eyes turned toward Sophia as Alexander took her coat and handed it to the coat check attendant.

“I thought that was Michael’s girlfriend?” murmured a voice from the crowd.

“I thought so too.”

Alexander felt a wave of anger wash over him at the comments. He was about to explain the situation when Megan approached, throwing herself at him.

here!” she exclaimed,

smile, though there was a hint of reluctance

happy birthday,” Megan said, gently

eyes flickered briefly toward Sophia, a silent plea hidden within. He didn’t want to leave her, not when

need to show me around; I know the place,” Sophia replied, her tone devoid of humor. “Go and

respond,

With great reluctance, Alexander followed Megan, all the while unable to shake the image of Sophia from his mind. She looked stunning in that dress, and he couldn’t help but

himself to focus on the present and put on a mask of conviviality

the guests couldn’t help but notice the shift from his earlier

in the bustling crowd and waved to get her attention. Evelyn politely excused herself from

from the Andersons,” Evelyn quipped as she reached Sophia. “They’re sweet,

seizing two champagne glasses from a passing waiter. She handed one

Sophia proposed. “To friends,” Evelyn concurred, clinking her glass with Sophia and sharing a

in hand, they began to navigate the crowded venue, enjoying the lively atmosphere. When Evelyn playfully mentioned Alexander’s

noticed you came with Alexander,” Evelyn teased. “Is there something you’re

to bring me, as always he was late and sent

great appearance,” Evelyn nudged her. “You all in red and he

Evelyn continues. “You

shoulders and turns her slightly to the side. That way

unimpressed. Sophia gave Evelyn a stern look. “Now will

more point. “Sophia, a few things. First, Alexander looks pretty uncomfortable with her. Just look at him. Second, Megan’s behavior is dreadful. Alexander looks

conversation. “Can we please stop discussing Alexander

Look how she pushes at

Sophia interrupted. “Okay, okay, I’m stopping… Let’s concentrate on the music, then. But I’m keeping an eye

made their way through the crowd, he received a text from his mother:

leave you for a while,” Alexander said,

I want to say hello to your mother, 11

replied, breaking away from Megan. Before she had time to object, Alexander had headed off to his mother’s without giving

worry. She greeted him

Sophia arrived yet?” Caroline inquired anxiously. Her tone was earnest, and she

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