His Beloved Ex-Wife

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Once Michelle had readied herself, they all proceeded to the private room designated for their spa experience.

Laura, initially apprehensive and wary of the chill, observed Susan’s composed manner and followed her lead, settling by the edge of the pool. Once immersed, she let out a sigh of contentment, remarking, “Truly, this spa is far more enjoyable than a simple bath at home.”

Michelle, retaining the exuberance of youth, wasted no time in playful antics. As soon as Lysander stepped into the water, Michelle began splashing her, sparking a light–hearted water fight between the two.

The sisters playful dispute briefly lifted the weight of their concerns.

Nearby, Laura and Susan leaned close, observing the lively scene and exchanging smiles. “Just look at those two, so vibrant and full of life, Laura commented.

Susan, with a nostalgic tone, added. “Indeed, if only I were twenty years younger, I’d join in their frolics. without a second thought. But these days, even a short dip is enough to wear me out.”

Their conversation naturally drifted to reminiscences of their younger days.

Laura shared her reflections, “Thinking back to when I was single, I cherished the freedom and lack of responsibilities. Had I not met my husband, I might have chosen never to marry.”

Curious, Susan inquired, “How did you two meet, anyway? Maverick always seemed so serious. Did he actually make the first move back in his younger days?”

Indeed, one should not judge a book by its cover.

Laura, slightly embarrassed but amused, replied, “Oh, those were simpler times. Back then, if young men and women liked each other, they just got married. There wasn’t much of the chase we see today.”

Susan chuckled. “So, he did pursue you, then!”

Despite her outwardly casual tone, Laura’s memories were tinged with fondness. “Well, you could say that. But he only ever took me out to a movie once, right after we got married. It ended late, and as we walked out, he pointed to the night sky and lamented, “The city lights dim the stars. You can only really see the Milky Way in the mountains.

of booming industrial revolution, the city’s pollution often masked the true beauty of the

reminisced. Lysander then asked,

course not. Shortly after we married, you girls were born, and life just became a whirlwind of day–to–day responsibilities. We never found the time for such trips. Watching the stars on television had to

own adoption, Lysander felt a sharp pang of guilt. She resolved then, “Mom, seeing the milky way on TV isn’t the same. I’ll take you to the mountains

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dear. I was just mentioning it casually. Besides, you’re already doing so much for us. This is all ancient

remember.”

He’s always kept his promises. It’s just that life got too busy. I want to make

never come again. Lysander didn’t want her. parents to live with

regretting even mentioning the

interjected with a chuckle, “Why wait for another time to camp in the mountains? We’re already here. I’ll just call Josiah to sort everything

picked up

tried to protest, “Maybe we shouldn’t…

was just lounging around. This gives him something useful to do.”

necessary instructions to Josiah. His response was prompt and efficient, setting everything in motion before Laura could

a loss for what to do next. Almost instinctively, she looked to Lysander for reassurance,

her, “Mom, don’t worry, I’ve got this

then. I suppose we’ll trouble him this

to arrange everything. If he needs to do anything himself, it won’t be much. Let’s just

evening, Howard and Molly learned about the planned mountain camping from Josiah but chose to

party.

while enjoying the spa himself. “The resort offers full camping services,” he explained. “They’re already setting

“It’s

Josiah, now looked forward to the adventure, teasing Maverick, “It’s about time you kept that old promise. I can’t believe it’s taken over thirty years and

very much part of the family, replied smoothly, “It’s really no trouble at

calls.”

to what