After the Divorce: Crushed on My Lawyer Ex-wife

#82 “Aren’t You Trying to Steal My Mother’s Role?”

While Sophia was busy stuffing her belongings into a suitcase, Alexander couldn’t help but take in the details of her apartment. It was a reflection of her, a beautiful and meticulously organized space with a tasteful design. The cool colors and carefully selected decor made it a stunning place.

Alexander glanced at his watch, noticing the early hour. “It’s early, Sophia. Have you had breakfast at all?”

Sophia paused, looking at him through her partially filled suitcase, a playful smile gracing her lips. “Aren’t you trying to steal my mother’s role?”

Alexander raised an eyebrow and replied, “Was my question a yes or no, Miss Johnson?”

Sophia chuckled, shaking her head. ” No, I haven’t had breakfast, Mr. Stone. Now, may I proceed with packing?”

With a decisive nod, Alexander offered, “I’ll make you breakfast before I take you to the airport. That way, you’ll have time to pack and eat.”

Sophia arched an eyebrow in mock surprise. “You’ll make me breakfast?”

Alexander grinned. “What, do you think I’m incapable of cooking?”

Sophia let out a laugh as she folded a blouse. “No, but I thought you had cooks.”

Alexander chuckled as he made his way to the kitchen. “I do, but that doesn’t mean I’m going to deprive you of the pleasure of my infamous sandwich.”

Sophia couldn’t help but play along. Wow, a sandwich. Okay, I can’t wait to try it.”

the kitchen, he added with a hint of nostalgia, “I can tell you that this sandwich saved me during my college years, as it did for all my roommates

room, excitement in her voice. “I can’t

kitchen. As she stepped inside, the tantalizing

It smells amazing,” Sophia exclaimed as she eagerly took a seat at the

Sophia’s eyes widened as she noticed the

and there were even plates with ingredients from Sophia’s fridge that she had no idea were

a chair beside her, his eyes focused on her reaction. “I told you I saved

chose to reveal a

easy for me, Sophia, “he began. “I was an illegitimate child, and my mother eloped with Michael’s father right after I was born. That decision led to a life filled with poverty and struggle. My father never

intently, her expression a blend of sympathy and concern. “I had no idea, Alexander.

sandwich. You see, there were times when my mother had to work for 14-15 hours

held a softness as she processed his revelation. “You’re a strong person, Alexander, to

and then continued, shifting the conversation

want you to have any further contact with Michael,” he

my mother and Michael’s father caused a lot of damage. Michael’s family fell apart, and his mother

carefully, recognizing the significance of what he was sharing. “I see. So, your family’s choices had a

extramarital affair. My father was, in many ways, responsible for the tragedy that befell both of our families. That’s why

“It’s a lot to carry, Alexander. And I’m grateful that

feels good to share

actions of previous generations weighed heavily on her thoughts.

couldn’t help but commend his culinary skills. ” You know,” she remarked, savoring a bite of her sandwich, “this sandwich

beamed at the praise. “I

a newfound understanding. Sophia had been silently sympathetic about Alexander’s challenging childhood, but he was quick to reassure