After the Divorce: Crushed on My Lawyer Ex-wife

#72 “Deeper Secrets?”

Sophia and Alexander exchanged glances, both wearing a hint of embarrassment due to the surprising revelation. However, they managed to maintain their composure and not let their worries show on their faces.

Sophia offered a warm smile and raised her glass in a friendly greeting. In response, Alexander returned her smile and even added a playful wink, raising his own glass. The atmosphere in the room lightened up as the guests observed that Sophia and Alexander were on amicable terms despite their past history.

Caroline, perceiving the need to address the situation, decided to step forward and clarify matters before Alexander could speak.

“Alexander hasn’t always been the best husband in the past,” Caroline began with a touch of sincerity in her voice.” He was incredibly dedicated to his work and achieved a lot in a short time. However, in the pursuit of success, he sometimes lost sight of the most important things, especially his family. And by family, I don’t mean just relatives but the family he started with Sophia. I believe it hurt her, but I also know that the two of them can work out their differences because she’s a remarkable woman.”

Sophia observed the unfolding scene from the sidelines, recognizing that, for the evening at least, she had seamlessly become a part of the Stone family plan. It was obvious to her that Caroline had invited her just so she and Alexander could be together again.

Sophia was not angry but rather entertained by the worry that crossed Alexander’s face when his mother spoke. Sophia couldn’t help but find him at least a little charming, seeing him embarrassed. She rarely saw Alexander show real emotions.

“Let’s not dwell on the past any longer. We’re here to celebrate your birthday, Caroline,” Sophia interjected, breaking the awkward silence that had settled over them.

She noticed Alexander sigh with relief as the other guests resumed their conversations, and the tension in the air began to dissipate. The party regained its lively atmosphere, and Sophia exchanged smiles and pleasantries with other attendees.

evening drew to a close, Caroline called for Sophia and Alexander to join her at a private table. Sophia and Alexander took their

returned. Caroline determined not to let the moment pass without resolution, turned

I haven’t seen the two of you engage in a meaningful conversation all evening,” she scolded, her tone

and realized that their host was not about to let them off the hook. She had hoped to keep the evening light and

finally meeting Sophia’s eyes briefly before turning to his mother. “Mother, I appreciate what you’ve done, but it’s

your marriage were inexcusable. He neglected you, and it wasn’t until your divorce that he realized what he had

this conversation for the first time, so she decided to share how she felt. “That’s true. I often felt

been so engrossed in his work and his own world that he had failed to truly see the woman he had married. “I’m deeply sorry for the pain I caused you, Sophia. I regret not

I hope you can find it in your heart to give him another chance. I’ve seen the change in him since your divorce, and I believe he’s genuinely willing to

saw the sincerity in his

ever mistreats you again, please don’t hesitate to let me know. I want to ensure that you’re treated with the respect

appreciated the support and concern that Caroline expressed. She knew that the

never rude to me; he just… well, he

know, Sophia. And I’m really sorry…. “Alexander began, his expression reflecting genuine

I don’t want an apology. You already apologized to me, Alexander,

a second chance?” Caroline interjected, her usually warm and nurturing demeanor carrying a

She sighed, her shoulders relaxing as if she were letting go of some invisible weight. “Just let him be himself; I’ll judge if I like what I see,” Sophia replied, a subtle curve forming on her

a second chance?” Alexander asked cautiously, a gentle smile tugging at his lips as if he were uncertain yet hopeful

contemplation, she spoke softly. “I’m willing to give it another try, Alexander. But as your mother said,