The Charming Ex-Wife

Chapter 434 There Was No Room For Discussion

Adrian’s expression slightly tensed, a faint crease forming between his brows as he attempted to mask his emotions. By the time he gently knocked on Lysander’s door once more, his features had smoothed into their customary gentle smile. He announced with a soft warmth, “We’re back.”

White Coat trailed behind him, barking joyfully as if catching his mood.

“Mm, Lysander replied her voice slightly distant. After responding, she drifted back to her seat by the window, her gaze lost in the vague contours of the outside world.

Observing that she desired solitude, Adrian chose not to intrude further. Noticing the nearly cleared dining table, he quietly made his way to the kitchen. There, he meticulously washed the used utensils and neatly arranged them back in the cupboard.

In the living room, Lysander maintained her

templative silence.

Adrian approached her gently, his voice laced with concern, “What happened? Did the conversation not go well?”

The discussion had not merely been unproductive–it had been utterly futile.

A bitter chuckle echoed silently within Lysander, though her face remained impassive. She managed a simple, “In

to be as current state, we can’t discuss anything. Dr. Sutton, I really appreciate your help, but I’d like

for a while now.”

“All right, I’ll take my leave then,” Adrian responded, his movements carrying a trace of reluctance. As he moved toward the door, he paused to gently pat the fluffy head of the puppy following him, whispering, “Take good care of her for me, I’m leaving first.”

White Coat seemed to understand, rustling softly as it stopped following him further.

Lysander found herself alone until the afternoon. Not a single message or piece of news came through. Not worrying that she might disturb Daphne, she finally decided to reach out herself.

you’re trying to

service greeted her repeatedly, regardless of how

circumstances the Everhart family was currently facing, Lysander resolved to take

lively, was now devoid of security personnel.

of urgency propelled Lysander to ask one of them, “Can you

response was a’shake of his head. “We’ve been unable to reach her by phone. The bank representatives are here already,

the full implication, a

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for an assessment of the

to intercept the lead lawyer. “Excuse me…

eyed her carefully before replying, “Indeed, may I ask if

But she’s a good

on now?”

gold–rimmed glasses, the lawyer explained, “The situation with Everhart Corporation is rather complex. It’s not merely a simple bankruptcy; their assets are far insufficient to cover the

sharp breath, Lysander pressed,

was even more critical

the corporate entity to recover the debts. Any disputes will be resolved

that the legal representative for the Everhart family

move on, “There’s been an emergency at their home. Could you possibly extend a grace period? They’ll address this as soon as they can after sorting out their

lawyer, clearly skeptical of Everharts‘ ability to settle the debts, replied reluctantly, “I’m sorry, as a lawyer, my duty is to my client. If Everhart Corporation can’t meet the repayment

herself momentarily

you please step aside?” the lawyer

biting her lip, “Can you give me a little more time? Just

hint of incredulity in his voice, “After all this considerable delay and no attempts at repayment,

going to fill your pockets; it’s a no–win situation. Half an hour is hardly a significant extension. If I

won’t be

aside her pride and endeavor to assist the Everhart

behalf of the bank, was well aware that retrieving the funds would make his job a lot easier. Checking his

generous,” Lysander acknowledged gratefully. After ending the conversation, she swiftly moved to a secluded area to

her pho, reserved for

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