All Chapters of After the Divorce: Crushed on My Lawyer Ex-wife: Chapter 171 - Chapter 180

It was growing late, the soft glow of evening casting long shadows throughout Sophia's grandfather's house. Sophia and Benjamin, tired from their exhaustive search for the elusive key, stood in the dimly lit hallway, their fatigue palpable in the air."I think it's time for bed," Sophia announced with a weary smile, her voice tinged with exhaustion. "It's been a long day, and I definitely need some sleep."Benjamin nodded in agreement, although there was a hint of reluctance in his expression. "Of course. Do you want me to stay?"Sophia furrowed her brow in surprise at his offer. "Stay?" she echoed, her confusion evident. "Like back in the day when we used to have slumber parties?"A nostalgic smile tugged at Benjamin's lips as he nodded. "Exactly like that."Sophia chuckled softly, the tension of the day momentarily forgotten. "Benjamin, back then I was afraid of the monster under the bed," she teased. "You don't need to stay.""I'm just worried," Benjamin began, his tone earnest. "I

Evelyn looked at Alexander in confusion. She had just arrived at Sophia's apartment to check the watch box, as she had been asked, and encountering Alexander there was unexpected. "Sophia is in her grandfather's old house," Evelyn informed him. "Didn't you know?" "Of course I know," Alexander replied cheekily. "What are you doing here?" "Sophia contacted me to check on something in her apartment," Evelyn explained. "So she's answering your calls," Alexander retorted sharply. "I don't understand what's going on," Evelyn admitted, her brow furrowing with concern. "Since she left, Sophia hasn't called me once," Alexander remarked, frustration evident in his voice. "She must be busy, Alexander," Evelyn countered gently. "Trust her a little." "I trust her, but I don't trust Benjamin." As their conversation lingered in the air, Alexander's agitation seemed to grow, fueled by his lingering suspicions and the frustration of not being able to reach Sophia. "I just have a bad feeling

Alexander sat across from his father at the dining table, the air thick with tension as they exchanged wary glances. His father slid a stack of documents across the table towards Alexander, his expression unreadable. "What's this?" Alexander asked, eyeing the papers warily. "Take a look," his father replied, his voice cold and calculating. As Alexander flipped through the documents, his eyes widened in shock and disbelief. The papers revealed a web of deals and agreements between his own grandfather and Sophia's, detailing the exchange of secrets and favors that had led to the engagement between Alexander and Sophia. "So, this is why..." Alexander's voice trailed off, his mind reeling with the implications of what he was reading. His father leaned in close, a sinister smile playing at the corners of his lips. "You see, son, there are certain... arrangements that need to be honored. And if you're not willing to cooperate, well, let's just say I have other plans for these secrets."

Alexander paced anxiously in front of his mother's villa, his mind a whirlwind of worry and frustration. His private jet sat waiting nearby, but he couldn't bring himself to leave without speaking to his mother first. If his father's threats were true, Sophia could be in grave danger, and he couldn't bear the thought of leaving her unprotected. Despite the lingering anger he felt towards Sophia, his love for her burned fiercely in his heart, driving him to ensure her safety at any cost. As he approached the villa, his footsteps echoed loudly against the pavement, his urgency palpable in the air. "Mom!" Alexander called out as he burst through the door, his voice ringing with urgency. "I need to talk to you, it's important!" Caroline appeared at the top of the stairs, her expression full of confusion and concern. "My God, Alexander, what's going on?" she exclaimed, her voice rising with alarm. "Why are you shouting?" "My father. He appeared," Alexander said breathlessly, his voice

Sophia's mind raced with a whirlwind of emotions after Benjamin's shocking confession. She needed to clear her head, so she decided to take a solitary walk through the familiar streets of her neighborhood. The cool evening air brushed against her skin, offering a slight comfort amidst the turmoil within.She had never expected Benjamin to have feelings for her. Sophia walked aimlessly but made sure not to stray too far from the house. She had left Benjamin alone because their conversation wasn't going in the direction she wanted it to go. He hated Alexander, and Sophia could not accept his attitude.As she strolled along, lost in her thoughts, she couldn't shake the feeling of unease creeping up her spine. Glancing over her shoulder, she caught sight of a figure lurking in the shadows, their presence sending a shiver down her spine. Heart pounding, Sophia quickened her pace, her footsteps echoing against the pavement as she hurried back towards the safety of her home.Arriving at her