The Charming Ex-Wife

Chapter 507 Marriage Is Absolutely Worthless

Nieve stared at Josiah thoughtfully. “Ms. Thorne’s friend?”

“Correct

“What’s your relationship with her friend that brought you here to find me personally?”

In his arms, Aurora was still wide–eyed, filled with curiosity about the world around her. Josiah shifted his. position to hold her more comfortably. He also pulled her tiny dress downward to straighten it out.

“She has nothing to do with me.” Josiah gestured toward Lysander with his chin. “However, she has helped Lysander a lot.”

Nieva shook her head, chuckling lightly. “Oh, returning a favor.”

“Yes, you could say that.”

Nieva became serious. “How much is needed?”

In a few brief words, Josiah explained the situation about Daphne’s family. “The company’s bank loan has been fully repaid, but as you are well aware, it takes some capital to make a comeback.”

Nieva scanned Josiah from head to toe with a peculiar gaze and said, “That’s odd. You could have easily handled this situation yourself. It would have been much more convenient than seeking my help. Is there something else going on here that I should know about?”

Josiah cradled Aurora in his arms, leaning gently against the backrest as he spoke. “I’ve transferred some money, but I suspect she has her reservations. She probably won’t use it.”

After hearing everything, Nieva did not immediately express her stance. Instead, she fell into silence for a

moment.

been stable. However, an elder in the family got ill and had to stay abroad temporarily, leading to this urgent situation. I understand that investing certainly carries risks, and I can’t guarantee that it will definitely be profitable and won’t incur

Nieva chuckled lightly. “This is the first time I’ve heard such an honest

study medicine. She’s used to speaking plainly and doesn’t understand

like honest people,” Nieva said, smacking her lips. “I am tired of all the smooth–talking and slick words. it is refreshing to hear something straightforward. But Ms. Thorne, I must remind you, the more the money, the more of a battlefield it becomes. To stand

frowned. “Don’t scare her. She’s just starting out Let her

Guerra, I was having a conversation with Ms.

joking. Naturally, Josiah didn’t take offense. He made a gesture and said,

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she didn’t seem to be

added, “I am just getting started in this field and don’t understand many things. I am sorry if I

Guerra’s backing. I have no concerns. Given the relationship between our families, even if your friend loses money, Mr. Guerra would cover it. I am just curious–since your friend is important to you and Mr. Guerra values you, why wouldn’t she use his

resigned. “it is a

“Is she

her and answered honestly, “If she knew the investment was from me, she would probably be happier losing

did you manage to offend her? She would rather refuse the money than let

would probably be rubbing my forehead by now. Josiah said helplessly. “I made some mistakes in the past that I haven’t been forgiven for. I am trying to

his discomfort, but then grew serious. “I should give you this favor, but since most of the Lionhart family’s finances are under my

expression turned somber, a fleeting sadness that was

might not have full authority over investments right now. I won’t ask for much.

agreed quickly, though with some irritation. “It is having

He remained silent, and Lysander didn’t feel it was

asked, “Will you and

and I got what I wanted. We’ve both achieved our goals. Marriage is absolutely

“It

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and ambitious. He will elevate