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 a

dismissively, “Zach,

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nod, “Yes, go ahead.

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

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

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

his eyes wide with anger, lamented, “Once a girl grows up, she just won’t stay put. I bet she’s

the possibility of their family issues becoming public, quickly grabbed

now that you mention Zach, it reminds me,” Maverick continued, somewhat calmed by the interruption but still speaking rather freely. “I’d rather she got involved with Zach than that physics teacher. Zach might be older, but he’s still younger than

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

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

was

you doing? Why lose

maybe we’ll all be family one day. What’s the big deal about a few jokes? I’ll join you on the bus back. Let Zachary drive

protesting. “Today is your birthday, and it was already an imposition having Zach pick us up

with a chuckle, “Come on, Laura, no need for formalities with me. That rascal will be more than happy

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