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.

guest of honor 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

“Zach, you and the others go

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ahead. We’ll wait a bit

gaze conveying a silent inquiry. What should we

she wasn’t even answering her phone. It appeared highly unlikely that she would return any time soon, and it seemed unfair to expect her parents to linger aimlessly at the hotel entrance waiting for

you head home first? I’ll go and look for

his eyes wide with anger, lamented, “Once a girl grows up, she just won’t

becoming public, quickly grabbed his arm,

speaking rather freely. “I’d rather she got involved with Zach than that physics teacher. Zach might

“What are you rambling about? With the way

“Forget it. I don’t care anymore. I’m taking the bus back. Let her do whatever she wants. I can’t control her

he was ready

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

deal about a few jokes? I’ll join you on the bus back. Let Zachary drive Lysander to look for

her hands, protesting. “Today is your birthday, and it was already an imposition having Zach pick us up this morning. We really can’t

formalities with me. That rascal will be more than happy

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