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

hand dismissively, “Zach, you

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go ahead. We’ll wait a

at Lysander, his gaze conveying a silent inquiry.

romance, so much so that she wasn’t even answering her phone. It appeared highly unlikely that she

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

eyes wide with anger, lamented, “Once a girl grows up, she just won’t stay put. I bet she’s gone to meet that worthless

public, quickly grabbed his arm, whispering, “Zach is still here. Don’t just speak your

freely. “I’d rather she got involved with Zach than that physics teacher. Zach might be older, but he’s still younger than that teacher, and we know his

mouth, scolding sofily, “What are you rambling about? With the way she acts, it’s not even certain that Zach would be interested

care anymore. I’m taking the bus back. Let her

that, he was ready to

lose your temper now? You’re

deal about a few jokes? I’ll

“Today is your birthday, and it was already an imposition

on, Laura, no need for formalities with me. That rascal will be more

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