The Charming Ex-Wife

Chapter 175 Still The Same

Lysander was characteristically unfazed by the situation.

Conversely, Zachary found himself in quite a predicament; his trousers were not only soaked through but also torn. Clearly, he was in no position to remain in such a state for any extended period.

The modest birthday celebration had reached its conclusion after they had enjoyed their meal and cake.

Exiting the Hestryan cuisine restaurant, it was evident from Laura’s expression that she was preoccupied with

numerous concerns.

Both of her daughters had posed significant challenges that day. The older one had faced complications involving her ex–husband and some relatives who were keen on arranging a marriage for her, while the whereabouts of the younger daughter remained a mystery, as she had vanished without leaving any clues.

As they prepared to leave, Zachary, driving a modestly sized sedan, generously offered, “Mr. and Mrs. Thorne, please allow me to drive you home first.”

Although his car was not a large SUV like a Cayenne, it had ample space to accommodate everyone comfortably in one trip.

for the day was none other than Camila, his own mother. It would have been unreasonable to expect her to leave her duties to escort a few guests

dismissively, “Zach, you and the

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“Yes, go ahead. We’ll wait a bit longer for

Lysander, his gaze conveying a silent inquiry. What should we

up in the throes of romance, so much so that she wasn’t even answering her phone. It appeared highly unlikely that she would return any time soon, and it seemed unfair to

suggested, “Dad, Mom, why don’t you head home first?

up, she just won’t stay put. I bet she’s gone

issues becoming public, quickly grabbed his arm, whispering,

Zach, it reminds me,” Maverick continued, somewhat calmed by the interruption but still speaking rather freely. “I’d rather she got

sofily, “What are you rambling about? With the way she acts, it’s

care anymore. I’m taking the bus back. Let her do whatever she wants. I can’t control her now that

that, he was ready

“Maverick, what are you doing? Why lose your temper now? You’re just

deal about

already an imposition having Zach pick us up this

Laura, no need for formalities with me. That rascal will be more than happy to do

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