After the Divorce: Crushed on My Lawyer Ex-wife

#110 “Sophia’s Part of the Collateral Damage.”

The morning sun streamed through the office windows. Sophia, usually composed and focused, couldn’t shake the unsettling feeling that gnawed at her. Despite her claims of indifference, the news about Alexander and Megan’s escapades had invaded her thoughts, refusing to let go.

The first blow came as she scrolled through her social media feed, expecting the usual mundane updates. Instead, she was met with a barrage of posts about Alexander and Megan. Candid photos of them together, cozy dinners, and hashtags like # PowerCouple flooded her screen. Sophia’s fingers froze over her phone, her heart rate quickening.

Megan, never one to shy away from publicity, had confirmed the rumors with a post of her own. A carefully crafted caption accompanied a photo of her and Alexander’s smiles plastered on their faces. “Exploring the depths of love and considering a forever,” it read. Sophia’s jaw tightened, and a bitter taste settled in her mouth.

The office break room, usually a haven for coffee breaks and light banter, had transformed into a breeding ground for gossip. Colleagues huddled in small groups, whispered conversations punctuating the air. Sophia couldn’t escape the murmurings about Alexander and Megan. It felt like a relentless buzz, a constant reminder of a reality she tried to dismiss.

As she poured herself a cup of coffee, she overheard snippets of conversations.

“Did you see the post? Megan and Alexander are practically inseparable!”

“They’re talking about marriage already. Can you believe it?”

Sophia decided to leave because she had enough of this marriage thing. As she returned to her desk, the echoes of her own words haunted her.

The unsettled feeling lingered. She replayed the scenes of Alexander and Megan’s newfound public romance in her mind, each image etching itself into her consciousness. The weight of the gossip and the constant scrutiny bore down on her, leaving Sophia questioning the foundations of the relationships she had held dear.

In Alexander’s office, the atmosphere buzzed with a peculiar tension that mirrored the chaos now unfolding in his personal life. Laura, his secretary, known for her efficiency and discretion, entered the room carrying a stack of papers. The air seemed to thicken as she closed the door behind her.

what’s all over the news?” Laura asked, her eyes betraying a

that hinted at the storm beneath. “Yeah, Laura, I’ve seen it. But don’t worry, it’s all part

probing. “The

intertwined. “I need this news to circulate. It’s a strategic move

from Alexander. “So, what’s the endgame here? Turning a lie into the

of determination in his eyes. “I need everyone, including Megan, to believe in this ‘relationship.’ It’s the key to unlocking the information

what about Sophia? How

he quickly composed himself. “Sophia’s part of the collateral damage, Laura. She’ll understand later. Right now, my focus is

distant. Laura, accustomed to navigating

behind his desk, met her entrance with a curt nod. He rose from his chair, and they exchanged a perfunctory handshake, sealing

I knew this was the beginning of something extraordinary,” Megan purred, her voice dripping with

I’ve already instructed the legal department and my personal lawyer to draw up the

a finger along the edge of Alexander’s desk. Unfazed, he maintained

us as a power couple, Alexander. This is just the beginning,” Megan whispered, her lips dangerously close to his

to push her away. Instead, he nodded curtly. “It’s all part of the plan,

why don’t we celebrate?

next steps, held up a

sudden pause, raised an eyebrow.” What for? Let’s surprise her in