After the Divorce: Crushed on My Lawyer Ex-wife

#77 “I’m on Your Side.”

Sophia stepped into the sterile hospital room. The faint scent of antiseptic filled the air, a stark contrast to the rich tapestry of her thoughts. She looked at the frail figure in the hospital bed, Maestro Paus, her mentor and friend, still unconscious. The machines around him beeped rhythmically.

She couldn’t help but wonder what Maestro Paus had intended to tell her before he had collapsed. Her mind raced with unanswered questions, a jigsaw puzzle of family secrets and mysteries waiting to be solved.

In her memories, her grandfather had always been a humble farmer, living a life far removed from the opulence of the Stone family. Yet, somehow, he had shared a deep connection with the Stones, a connection that extended beyond the ordinary.

As she stood by Maestro Paus’s bedside, Sophia contemplated the enigma of her grandfather’s relationship with the Stones. Her grandfather had played a pivotal role in shaping her father’s destiny, guiding him towards a career as a judge, and had nurtured her own legal aspirations.

But how had her grandfather, a man of modest means, found himself intertwined with the Stone family? What was the nature of the bond that connected him to Maestro Paus, a connection that held secrets veiled in the mists of time?

The unanswered questions weighed heavily on Sophia’s mind. It was as if she stood at the threshold of a labyrinth of hidden truths, each twist and turn offering glimpses into a past shrouded in mystery.

The soft beeping of the machines continued to punctuate the room, a constant reminder of the fragile present. As the minutes ticked away, Sophia’s concern for Maestro Paus and her determination to unravel the mysteries intertwined. She was anxious for him to recover and was worried that the reason he lost consciousness was something serious.

Oliver entered the hospital room, his gentle smile offering a glimmer of relief amid the weight of uncertainty. He extended his hand towards Sophia, a silent invitation to step away from the sterile confines of the medical ward and into the realm of everyday life.

“Sophia, I think we could both use a break,” Oliver suggested, his voice filled with understanding.

still grappling with her concerns, nodded in agreement. ” You’re right,

As they strolled down the hospital corridor, the stark, fluorescent lights gave way to the soft glow of the waiting area, where a small cafeteria offered a brief

that seemed out of place amidst the complexities of life’s challenges. Sophia’s gaze remained distant, her thoughts never straying too far

happened,” Sophia murmured, her voice tinged with

But it’s in these moments that we come to

“I know. Maestro Paus has been a constant presence in my life. He’s more than a mentor; he’s

strong man, Sophia. And

their meal, the conversation gradually shifted towards the topic

Maestro is unmarried, and he doesn’t have any close family in the country.

the implications. “You’re right, Oliver. I hadn’t even considered that. It’s a responsibility that I’m more than willing to take on, but

offered a reassuring smile. “We don’t have to figure it all out at once, Sophia. The first step is for him to wake up, and we’re optimistic about that. Then we can work together to ensure he has the best care and

gleamed in Sophia’s eyes. “You’re right, Oliver. We’ll cross that bridge when we come to it. For now, we have to focus on his

thoughtful silence, the weight of their worries shared and lightened by the simple act of being

As much as she didn’t want to go, Sophia realized that she would

red dress, and crawled under

toll on Sophia, and sleep had been a welcome respite. She awoke to the soft golden rays of the sun casting a warm glow on her room.

the door, surprised by the presence of a delivery person holding a tray of brunch. A small note attached

help. but smile. Alexander’s unexpected gesture had caught her off guard, and she found it both thoughtful and generous. She accepted the delivery with gratitude, and the aroma of freshly prepared food

indulging in the brunch that Alexander had sent, Sophia felt revitalized and decided to call and thank him for his kindness. With her

a smile evident in her voice. “I wanted to

I thought a hearty meal would be a