After the Divorce: Crushed on My Lawyer Ex-wife

#75 “We can’t Afford Any Missteps.”

The grand hall of the Stone estate was. abuzz with the laughter and chatter of the guests who had gathered for the lavish event. As Sophia navigated through the crowd, searching for the elusive Maestro, she couldn’t help but marvel at the opulence of the surroundings.

The flickering candlelight cast a warm glow over the well-dressed attendees, and the strains of a string quartet added to the elegance of the evening. Sophia was determined to find Maestro Paus and make the most of the night.

As she moved through the crowd, her sharp eyes caught sight of her dear friend, Evelyn. However, something peculiar caught Sophia’s attention. Evelyn was engrossed in an intimate conversation with a stranger, a man who exuded an air of intrigue. Their body language suggested a closeness that raised Sophia’s eyebrows.

Curiosity piqued, Sophia couldn’t resist the urge to approach her friend and figure out what was transpiring. The animated exchange between Evelyn and the stranger seemed out of character for her, and Sophia had a sinking feeling that something was amiss. She tried to blend into the crowd as she inched closer, hoping to overhear their conversation without making her presence known.

Evelyn, engrossed in the conversation, was oblivious to Sophia’s approach. She gestured to the stranger and shared a genuine laugh. Sophia couldn’t hear their words yet, but the familiarity of their interaction was unnerving. As she crept closer, her heart pounding, Evelyn suddenly looked up, her eyes widening with shock and her expression quickly shifting from intimacy to nervousness.

Sophia froze in her tracks, feeling as though she had been caught red- handed. She couldn’t understand what had just transpired. Why was Evelyn behaving so strangely? They had always been open and honest with each other, and now there seemed to be a secret that was being kept from her.

Evelyn stammered as she tried to regain her composure. “Sophia! I thought you had already left.”

Sophia’s eyes bore into her friend, filled with concern and confusion. ” Yes, but I decided to stay a little longer. Evelyn, who is this?”

Evelyn hesitated for a moment. The man excused himself and left. Sophia thought that was very strange and somehow rude.

“We met recently.” Evelyn began to explain. “And…well..it’s complicated.”

interactions were far from typical. She decided to confront her friend with her concerns. “Evelyn, you’re acting

lowered her gaze, her voice barely above a whisper. “I promise, Sophia, I’ll explain everything to you. It’s

before. Their friendship had always been built on trust and shared confidence, and this secrecy was tearing at

to trust her friend and offered

Evelyn. But please, take care of yourself. If you ever need

offered a faint smile, her gratitude evident in her eyes. “Thank you, Sophia. Your support

of uncertainty hanging over Sophia. Her thoughts were consumed by the enigmatic exchange between her best friend

but did not press her friend any further. If he wanted to, he would have

Sophia pondered the complexities of her friendship with Evelyn, the sought-after Maestro Paus appeared. Her attention swayed from the whirlwind

to tell you about your grandfather. He was a man of great influence, both

immediately riveted. Sophia didn’t expect

I’ve always felt there

He possessed knowledge and connections that extended far beyond what most could

his heart and grunted in pain. Sophia’s eyes widened in worry. The old man

grip on his chest tightened. The intensity of the moment overwhelmed Sophia, and without thinking twice, she lunged forward to catch the faltering maestro before he

forehead. Concern etched across her face, she called out for help, hoping someone nearby would come to their aid. The bustling crowd around them came to a halt, and curious onlookers gathered, their eyes filled

assistance. It was then that she noticed a familiar face

their thoughts united in a shared sense of responsibility. His hands taking over from her

just transpired. She wondered if there was a connection between Maestro Paus’ sudden ailment and the

the grand event watched in shock, the festive atmosphere now disrupted by an unforeseen crisis. Concerns and whispers spread through

for the secrets that Maestro Paus might reveal is momentarily overshadowed by

incident. The joyous atmosphere was swiftly replaced by anxiety and fear as whispers of concern and dismay echoed through the

the commotion as she called out for medical assistance. Someone, please, we need