His Beloved Ex-Wife

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Josiah’s expression abruptly shifted to a more stern demeanor as he spoke for her, elaborating. “She’s been completely swamped with work obligations recently, leaving her no free time to offer tutoring services to a high school student such as yourself.”

“I wouldn’t pose any disruption to her work. She could simply tutor me at her leisure, whenever she finds a spare moment,” Joseph insisted.

“She’s not available”

“But surely there must be time during ends or holidays, right?”

“No, that won’t be possible either.”

“Ms. Thome, what kind of subpar company are you employed by that fails to provide even the basic statutory holidays? Shouldn’t such practices be reported?” Joseph exclaimed indignantly.

Lysander interjected, “The reason is simply because I choose not to take breaks. I believe it’s important for me to push myself further.”

“Ms. Thorne, that’s frankly unacceptable. Mr. Calderon has clearly stated that we must find a balance between work and relaxation,” he argued,

“I know.”

“So, does this imply that you might start taking breaks during holidays going forward? And if so, could you possibly tutor me then? In return, I can offer you massages. I’m quite skilled at it; it’s incredibly soothing…

A massage?

Josiah’s alarm was palpable as he quickly intervened, “Why don’t you tell me which subject you’re finding challenging, and I’ll find time to help you.”

Joseph appeared to be lost in his thoughts, hardly registering the conversation, his eyes wide as he stared. at Lysander, seemingly taken aback by Josiah’s stern demeanor.

Lysander also sensed that his treatment of the senior–year student was somewhat harsh. She conveyed. gently, “At this time, I’m preoccupied with pressing matters. Even if I were to agree to help, I may not be able to assist you timely. Additionally, my expertise does not align with your academic needs. It would be more practical and beneficial for you to seek a professional tutor.”

“It’s okay,” Joseph responded after considering her logical explanation, his previously dimmed expression suddenly brightening. “Ms. Thorne, any small amount of your time would suffice. I assure you, I won’t demand much of it”

He seemed almost as if he were wagging an invisible tail in eagerness.

deeply before delivering a pointed remark, “I’ve been informed by your school administrators that you’re quite the favorite among your female classmates. It

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deafening the cheers were. It’s a good thing we have indoor courts. now. It seems you’ve got quite a few

High School varied significantly. The school Lysander remembered was not as aesthetically pleasing as it currently appeared, with its

casually concurred, “Yeah, the youth nowadays are remarkably liberal in their thinking and actions, a

being adults, found common ground in

with a cheeky remark, “Hey, are you really the

Josiah simply stared, speechless.

probed further, “Ms. Thorne, this gentleman

she murmured

clarity, exclaimed, “I knew it! That explains why you talk in such

to address

about past school days. “Mr. Owen must be approaching retirement by now, right? I recall when I started at Harborbrook Fifth High School, he had just been promoted to dean. It’s quite remarkable that he has maintained that role for so many years. I remember he would always wear black and stand silently in the hallways before night class, specifically

fashion sense. Nowadays, he’s rarely seen

like a significant

manner and jovial tone, began discussing recent happenings

like that cartoon character from the meme. Mainly because he stopped hiding in the building to catch students late for evening study and began patrolling the sports fields to catch young couples in the

his hands animated the story, adding a

His strictness is a testament to his commitment to your education. It’s not right to speak ill of him in

“Understood, Ms. Thorne. I won’t refer

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visited the old grounds yesterday, I thought

for Owen. Effortlessly, she visualized the scene from her time in school, noting,

young couples to stroll together. Little did

Mr. Owen frequently visits there, it’s become less frequented. The corridor connecting the third and fifth floors of the academic building provides a more secluded getaway.” Joseph explained, his hands forming a bridge as he detailed, “If

to interject, “It sounds like your campus life is

Joseph adept at sarcasm, but he also managed it with an almost imperceptible finesse. He doubted Joseph could maintain such subtlety

immediately denied. “I’m not one of those! I’ve never been