The Charming Ex-Wife

Chapter 431 A New Neighbor

The hallway was alive with the hustle and bustle of people milling about. Contrary to what one might expect at such an early hour, these individuals were not clad in the typical attire of a moving company but were instead employees from the property management office. The door of the adjacent apartment stood. conspicuously open, facilitating the transportation of items inside.

Surprisingly, someone was relocating at the unheard hour of three in the morning.

Once Lysander ascertained that there was no danger associated with the newcomers, she felt a sense of relief wash over her. Deciding to dismiss the disturbances, she proceeded to the bathroom to indulge in a relaxing bath and prepare herself for bed.

The next morning, Lysander was abruptly awakened from her slumber by the persistent ringing of her doorbell.

Still groggy from sleep, she shuffled into her loungewear and approached the door, querying cautiously. “Who is it?”

Adrian’s familiar voice responded from the other side. “It’s me.”

Instantly, Lysander snapped to full alertness, though she hesitated to open the door further, instead reminiscing about the prior evening’s events. Observing the assortment of packages Adrian was balancing. she inquired with a mixture of curiosity and caution, “Dr. Sutton? What brings you here at this hour?”

The bags, prominently displaying the logo of a local supermarket and packed to the brim, indicated at substantial purchase had been made.

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Adrian responded with a gentle tone, “Did I interrupt your rest?”

Only then did Lysander glance at the clock, noting with a slight blush that it was almost noon, She replied, somewhat apologetically, “No, it’s just that your visit was unexpected.”

She wa

was still grappling with how to discourage Adrian’s evident affection for her.

Adrian offered a comforting smile and explained, “I had a free day today and remembered you hadn’t caten much last night. So, I thought it might be helpful to pick up some essentials for you from the supermarket. I’ve brought various ingredients and some ready–to–cook meals; they’re quite straightforward to prepare and will keep well in the fridge.”

Lysander acknowledged his thoughtfulness with a nod, responding, “Thank you, you’ve really considered everything; it’s just that…”

She was midway through articulating her reservations when White Coat, having been dozing on the cushion, bounded over to Adrian with familiar enthusiasm, clearly delighted by his presence.

up on its hind legs, barely reaching a person’s knees

was laden with bags, he could not scoop it up immediately. Instead, he carefully set down his parcels and crouched to extend a comforting pat to

joyously

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him and the dog melted her resolve, leaving her

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back from before, so this time I included some dog

of these items, White Coat’s bright eyes immediately shifted to

Lysander reluctantly stepped back, inviting him in with a resigned,

unload the groceries into the kitchen, filling the nearly

apron.

intervene, “Dr. Sutton,

looked up innocently, “White Coat is still a puppy. I spoke with the vet last night, and they suggested its upset stomach might be from its current dog food. They recommended a temporary change. I’ve brought chicken breast and carrots to cook for it.

unable to refuse, Lysander consented, “You go ahead, I need

diet

took the opportunity to handle her laundry while also brushing her teeth and washing her face. When she finally reemerged from the bathroom, the dining table was laden

like oatmeal, scrambled eggs, and sandwiches, Adrian

for White Coat and had some time, I thought I’d make us breakfast too. I wasn’t sure of your preference, so I included both Epean and Ecronian

spread was clearly not the work of

White Coat contentedly munched on a mixture of chicken, carrots, and its

his apron and inquired, noticing Lysander’s hesitation. “What’s wrong? Don’t

shaking her head as she finally

culinary skills had always impressed her, and that day was no exception. He looked concerned as he asked. “Why

to articulate her feelings without causing hurt, “Dr. Sutton, please don’t

at the dining

than before. He nodded in acceptance. “All right, I

soften the blow,

cat first.

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