The Charming Ex-Wife

Chapter 176 Riding Shotgun

As Lysander observed, Zachary’s complexion took on a deeper hue of red, and his hands awkwardly shifted about, searching for a suitable resting place. She offered a soothing hum of understanding, gently reassuring him, “There’s no need to feel embarrassed. Back when I was working at the hospital, it wasn’t uncommon for patients to try and set me up. I’ve grown quite accustomed to it by now.”

Zachary, visibly relieved by her tranquil handling of the situation, managed a smile and suggested, “Let’s head to the car, and then we can go look for Michelle.”

been

Lysander checked her watch and noted that Michelle had missing for over two hours now. They had initially agreed on a three–hour window, yet she was still unable to reach her on her phone.

“Do you have any idea where Michelle might be?”

Zachary responded with a thoughtful click of his tongue, “There’s a particular place she might be.”

Confident in his judgment, Lysander made her way to the vehicle, intent on entering. As she reached for the backseat door handle, Zachary paused and invited, “Why don’t you come sit in the front with me?”

“Why?”

“When I went to start the car earlier in the parking lot, a water truck passed by. I forgot to roll up the rear window, and now the entire back seat is completely drenched.”

the back seats, made not of leather but a soft fabric, were indeed thoroughly soaked, rendering them unusable for seating at

had already exited the car and

head to meet his gaze, Zachary suddenly seemed flustered. “What’s wrong?” he

do you realize what riding shotgun might imply?”

a shake of his head, “Don’t read too much into it. The water truck incident was just an accident. Several cars around were

after several years apart, Zachary hadn’t changed much

in science and engineering, particularly physics, often leading his class and even winning the National Physics Contest. His mother, Camila, never missed an opportunity to boast about his achievements.

typical traits often associated with male students in engineering

higher–ups, and was even more inept at engaging with women. Sometimes, he seemed naive, focused solely on his work, oblivious to the cunning maneuvers of the

open book when it came to

cheeks had been a persistent shade of red, extending

Chapter 176 Riding Shotgun

women effortlessly, he undeniably had the qualities of a decent

“Lysander?”

No longer resisting. Lysander

the door for her and hurried back

the flow of traffic, and a slight smile lingered on his lips. “Are

there?”

Lysander’s brow furrowed slightly.