The Charming Ex-Wife

Chapter 177 Magnanimous

As the black sedan gradually disappeared into the distance, Josiah lingered on the spot, taking a significant amount of time to collect his thoughts and emotions.

Lysanne, still adorned in her white dress, tentatively spoke up, breaking the lingering silence between them. “Josiah, stop staring. They’re long gone,” she urged gently.

Josiah’s response was swift; his expression darkened as he crushed the cigarette he had been smoking in hist hand, discarding it into a nearby trash bin. “What are you doing here? Is the ceremony over?” he asked, his tone icy.

A sad smile briefly crossed Lysanne’s face as she replied, “Mom stayed with me until the very end.”

When she mentioned “Mom,” she wasn’t referring to her biological mother, but to Susan.

Lysanne’s biological mother had been confined to a wheelchair for more than two decades. The mere fact that she had been able to attend and watch from the audience was remarkable, considering she was unable to physically accompany her throughout the event.

Josiah’s voice was frigid as he corrected her, “Just call her Madam Susan. My mother might not appreciate being referred to that way.”

we’re engaged…” Lysanne started, trying

the same as being married. There’s no need to start changing how you address

his arm, seeking some form of connection, but he quickly moved away, eyeing her with suspicion. “What are

in Grandma

person be brought

she would have managed to say all she wanted to,” Lysanne defended herself, desperation creeping

features. “Lysanne, why have

“L”

so kind and understanding. What has happened over the years that you’ve changed so

they spilled down her cheeks. “Who can stay the same as they grow up? The incident with Grandma Elisa was an accident. And I know you’ve been dwelling on the child in Dr. Thorne’s womb, your own flesh and blood. It must be weighing heavily on you. But I swear, I never once pressured her to terminate the pregnancy. I swear, if I had ever suggested such a thing, may lightning strike me

remained silent

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Chapter 177 Magnanimous

me, even after I’ve made

sad smile, Josiah replied, “Does it really matter whether I believe you or not? My grandmother

neither can

could consider in–vitro fertilization, or even seek a surrogate abroad. With today’s technological advancements, as