After the Divorce: Crushed on My Lawyer Ex-wife

#113 “Better Half, Huh?”

As Sophia dropped the bombshell about heading to Boston for Benjamin’s new venture, the surprise on Alexander’s face was unmistakable, and he couldn’t resist a sarcastic quip.

“Oh, I just didn’t expect a high-profile lawyer like you to be handling such small tasks personally,” he remarked, his tone dripping with thinly veiled mockery.

Sophia, aware of the unnecessary personal involvement in the matter and the relatively modest scale of the new office, felt a twinge of self- awareness. Deep down, she knew that she had no reason to be hands-on with this venture. It was a small operation that could easily be managed without her direct intervention. So why did she choose to divulge this information?

Alexander’s sarcastic remark hung in the air, and Sophia responded with a casual shrug. “Why not, right? A change of pace, a different challenge. Keeps things interesting.”

Megan chimed in, “Boston sounds nice.

Sophia shot Megan a brief, unreadable look. “Sometimes, you need to step out of the familiar to discover something new. Like you Alexander, you are getting married, hopefully, you will be able to keep it this time.”

Sophia sipped from her glass with a wide smile directed at Alexander. She wasn’t going to let him make fun of her and her decisions. He gave her a cold look but returned her smile.

Caroline sensed that the conversation was not going in the direction she wanted and intervened.

“You were in London together, weren’t you?” she asked.

Sophia hesitated for a moment, glancing at Alexander, who was silently observing the unfolding exchange. Yes,” she finally agreed. “And Alexander actually helps me a lot all the time.”

aware of the complex emotions that lingered between them. In the span of moments, the atmosphere shifted, leaving Alexander puzzled by their

you. It should be,” Caroline affirmed, her eyes switching between Sophia and Alexander.

the intricate legal matters in London, skillfully navigating the narrative to focus on the professional aspects rather than the personal dynamics. She emphasized Alexander’s supportive role without delving into the nuances that lay beneath the

interest and amusement from Caroline. Alexander, despite his initial skepticism, found himself engaged in the

and trying to steer the conversation in her direction,

as if they shared some unspoken connection. Megan

to break into an exclusive circle. The realization hit her with a pang of discomfort – Sophia was becoming a part of this

rest, and she suggested that Alexander take Sophia to see the new decorations in the villa. Sophia, not entirely comfortable with the idea of being alone with Alexander, quickly interjected, “Why not bring Megan along too?

Sophia curiously, shrugged nonchalantly.” Sure, why

the exchange between Alexander and Sophia, chimed in with an air

on a tour of the villa, with Alexander playing the role of a reluctant guide, Sophia maintaining a polite but

rooms, Sophia couldn’t shake the

check out the garden? It must be beautiful in

and nodded, “Sure, I’d love

to Alexander. Sophia, not one to be outplayed, maintained a composed facade while internally navigating the emotional

ambiance of the greenhouse, Megan excused herself

them, casting a delicate perfume in the air as if nature

glint in his eyes. “So, what’s the real reason for wanting Megan to join us?

with a raised eyebrow. 11 Don’t flatter

narrowing the proximity between them, his voice adopting a teasing tone. “Are you sure about that? You