After the Divorce: Crushed on My Lawyer Ex-wife

#208 "It's Tfor the World to Learn the Truth." The next day, Alexander awoke to an empty bed, the absence of Sophia's warmth a stark reminder of her departure. It was a sensation he had grown unaccustomed to, and it left a hollow ache in his chest.

As he moved through the apartment, the sight of the shattered remnants of their once-pristine honly served to deepen his sense of unease. The broken kitchen, and the splintered furniture - they were all painful reminders of the turmoil that had invaded their lives.

With a heavy sigh, Alexander trudged into the kitchen and set about making himself a cup of coffee. The rhythmic sound of the coffee machine filled the silence, a stark contrast to the tumultuous thoughts swirling in his mind.

Sipping his coffee slowly, Alexander contemplated his next move. The message he had received earlier that morning weighed heavily on his mind the board of directors meeting. It was a clear indication that his father was growing impatient and that the deadline for his decision was fast approaching.

The twenty-four hours were almost up. But Alexander refused to be swayed by his father's manipulative tactics. He wouldn't allow himself to succumb to the pressure, to bow down to the threats hanging over Sophia and his mother like a dark cloud.

As he sipped his coffee, a steely resolve settled over him. He clenched his jaw, his fists tightening in determination. He wouldn't let his father get away with it by using their lives as bargaining chips in his ruthless gof power.

Alexander decided not to waste any more tand quickly prepared for the directors' meeting. Dressed in a suit as usual, he got into his car and drove to the Stone Enterprise building.

As Alexander entered the boardroom, he felt a wave of tension engulfing the atmosphere. The room was filled with the hushed murmurs of the directors, their faces etched with concern and anticipation. Alexander's arrival seemed to add an extra layer of unease to the already charged atmosphere.

Taking his seat at the head of the table, Alexander scanned the room, noting the wary glances exchanged between the directors. Clearing his throat, he spoke up, his voice cutting through the silence like a knife.

"Why have you all gathered here today? “he inquired, his brow furrowed in confusion. "Why did you call a meeting? To his surprise, the directors exchanged puzzled looks, sshuffling papers in an attempt to find answers. It was then that Alexander's father made his grand entrance, striding into the room with an air of authority.

"Well, well, well," his father declared, his voice dripping with smugness. "It seems like my son has forgotten the little message he sent to all of you regarding this meeting." Alexander's jaw clenched as he realized what was happening. His father had orchestrated the entire gathering, using his authority to summon the directors without Alexander's knowledge or consent.

"And what is the purpose of this meeting, Father?" Alexander questioned, his tone laced with barely concealed anger.

His father smirked, a calculating gleam in his eyes. "Oh, just a little chat about the future of the company, my dear boy," he replied, his words dripping with malice. "I believe it's tfor you to make a decision one that will determine the fate of Stone Enterprises.

The atmosphere in the boardroom grew heavier with each passing moment, the tension between Alexander and his father crackling like static electricity in the air. Alexander stood his ground, his jaw set with unwavering determination, while his father's demeanor exuded a chilling confidence that sent shivers down Alexander's spine.

"This company is mine, Father, and it will remain so,” Alexander declared firmly, his voice echoing with resolve as he locked eyes with his father, daring him to challenge his authority.

His father's response was swift and cutting, his lips twisting into a cold smirk. "So be it," he retorted icily, his voice dripping with disdain. "But know this, Alexander, if you choose to defy me, you will suffer the consequences."

Alexander felt a surge of defiance rise within him, but before he could formulate a response, his fatherm swung the door open with a flourish, revealing a throng of reporters eagerly awaiting entry. The sight sent a wave of apprehension crashing over Alexander as he realized the magnitude of his father's intentions. "It's tfor everyone to see what this company is truly built on," his father proclaimed, his voice laced with a sinister edge that sent a chill down Alexander's spine. "It's tfor the world to learn the truth."

As the reporters filed into the room, their cameras flashing and microphones poised, Alexander's heart sank like a stone in his chest. He knew all too well what his father intended to expose the stolen documents and reveal the dark secrets hidden within Stone Enterprises. Panic gnawed at Alexander's insides as he grappled with the impending storm, uncertain of how to weather the onslaught that was about to be unleashed. Alexander's voice rang out, cutting through the charged atmosphere with steely resolve. "You can't just barge in here and expose confidential documents to the press."

His father's response was cool and calculated, his eyes gleaming with malice as he met Alexander's gaze head-on "Oh but I can, Alexander," he replied, his voice dripping with disdain. "And I will. It's tfor the world to see the truth about your precious company - and about you."