After the Divorce: Crushed on My Lawyer Ex-wife

#102 “I Know You Said No.”

“Your plan was good; I’m not surprised it worked,” Alexander complimented with a smile as they walked side by side.

Sophia acknowledged his words with a grateful nod, but her mind was already racing with the myriad tasks that awaited her now that the plan was in motion. The investigation had gained momentum, and although relief washed over her for the clearing of her name, she knew there was much work ahead.

As she mentally organized the upcoming challenges, Alexander’s voice cut through her thoughts, “I have a surprise for you at the hotel.”

Sophia turned to him, astonishment lighting up her features. “Really?” she asked, a smile playing on her lips. ” What’s the surprise?”

“You’ll have to wait to find out,” Alexander teased, adding an air of mystery to the moment.

As they strolled through the city revealed itself in fragments. The distant hum of traffic, the occasional laughter spilling out from nearby pubs, and the distant chime of Big Ben marked the passage of time. Sophia and Alexander didn’t notice when they arrived back at the hotel.

Returning to her suite at the hotel, Sophia found herself pleasantly surprised by the transformation that awaited her. The room, once a sanctuary from the outside world, now bore the imprint of Alexander’s thoughtful touch. It was as if he had woven an enchantment, turning the space into a haven of respite and solace.

flickering light, creating a dance of shadows on the walls. The air carried the rich aroma of red wine, its deep, velvety scent intertwining with the delicate fragrance

selection of snacks, arranged with precision, awaited her. The visual symphony of colors and textures mirrored the care that had gone into every detail. From the inviting plushness

but smile.

enjoy some wine and talk about things other than investigations and conspiracies. How

much as I appreciate the

The soft glow of the ambient lighting played on the rich textures of the room, casting shadows that seemed to dance with the unspoken emotions in the air. There was a moment of

Alexander said, a hint of disappointment flickering in his eyes. “Work comes

knew the significance of Alexander’s gesture, offering companionship in a city

sorry, but I know if I don’t finish this, I’ll just sit and worry and not be able to relax,” she admitted to him. She sensed his disappointment,

stay? I won’t distract you, but at least you won’t

it be a problem to be alone?” Sophia asked, genuine confusion

a little worried after everything that happened. And I don’t want

help but

anything happens, you’ll be the first to hear, and

you need anything or change your mind, I’m just a call

gaze, seeing the sincerity that lingered beneath

that demanded her attention. Yet,