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.

in, “My friend’s family business has always been stable. However, an elder in the family got ill and had to stay abroad temporarily, leading to this urgent situation.

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

She’s used to speaking plainly and doesn’t understand the intricacies of the business world. Everything

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 firm in such a place, you can’t have too high a moral standard, or it will

She’s just starting out Let her

conversation with Ms.

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

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from Nieva’s demeanor, she didn’t seem to be

field and don’t understand many things. I am sorry if I

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

sighed, looking a bit resigned.

even more curions. “Is she at odds

hostile attitude when he called her and answered honestly, “If she knew the investment was from me, she would probably be happier

on earth did you manage to offend her? She

he would probably be rubbing my forehead by now. Josiah said helplessly. “I made some mistakes in the past that I haven’t

serious. “I should give you this favor, but since most of the Lionhart family’s finances are under my husband’s control now, and

fleeting sadness that was real but

turned serious, understanding her concerns. “I understand. You might not have full authority over investments right now. I won’t ask for

though with some irritation. “It is having to deal

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

asked, “Will you and Elio Cortez continue

“He got what he wanted, and I got what I wanted. We’ve both achieved

slightly. “It depends on the

you saying I can’t judge people

you have good judgment. Elio is capable and ambitious. He will