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.”

that this sandwich saved me during my college years,

the other room, excitement

her luggage and was ready to head to the kitchen. As she stepped inside, the tantalizing aroma of food enveloped

what did you put in that sandwich? It smells amazing,” Sophia exclaimed as she eagerly took a

first glance. Sophia’s eyes widened as she noticed the layers of bacon, lettuce, tomatoes,

The table was beautifully set with orange juice and coffee, and there were even plates with ingredients from Sophia’s fridge that she had no

sandwich. Alexander settled into a chair beside her, his eyes focused on her reaction. “I told you I saved a lot of

to Sophia’s curiosity, Alexander chose to reveal a part of his life that he hadn’t

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

listened intently, her expression a blend of sympathy and concern. “I had no idea, Alexander. I’m so sorry

I am. But it’s also the reason why I can cook a mean sandwich. You see, there were times when my mother had to work for 14-15 hours to make ends meet, and that left me alone at home. I had to learn how to take care of myself, and that

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

her understanding and then continued, shifting the

understand why I don’t want you to have

The affair between my mother and Michael’s father caused a lot of damage. Michael’s

what he was sharing. “I see. So, your family’s

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

even more sympathetic toward Alexander after hearing this deep-seated family history. “It’s a lot

share a part of my

previous generations weighed heavily on her thoughts. It was a somber reflection on how family legacies could shape the lives of individuals who had no control over the choices made by their

prepared, she couldn’t help but commend his culinary skills. ” You know,” she remarked, savoring a bite of her sandwich, “this sandwich is not just good; it’s

the praise. “I

the previous evening seemed to have dissipated, replaced by a newfound understanding. Sophia had been silently sympathetic about Alexander’s challenging childhood, but he was quick to reassure her. “You don’t need to feel sorry for me, Sophia. I’ve