The Charming Ex-Wife

The Charming Ex–Wife

Chapter 513 Between Men

Aurora widened her eyes without blinking while they argued, her gaze filled with bewilderment. She was so engrossed in the adults‘ conversation that she didn’t even pay attention to the other kids in the playground, curiously staring at the adults, turning her head from time to time. Upon locking eyes with someone, she’d even flash an adorable smile.

Daphne had her back facing Josiah, her anger subsiding when she wasn’t looking at his face. Her disappointment, however, was apparent as she listlessly changed the topic. “This kid’s quite outgoing and

brave.”

Lysander thought about the outgoing and cheerful Nieva, sincerely complimenting. “Yeah, she probably takes after her mom. Ms. Lionhart has a cheerful and straightforward personality.”

Daphne held Aurora’s tiny hand. “I don’t mean to raise my voice, so don’t be scared, okay?”

The baby cooed and smiled in response.

Daphne smiled, too, taking the baby from Lysander and approaching Josiah, suppressing her annoyance as she handed the child over to him. “Ms. Lionhart’s your friend, so you should look after her child. You don’t mind, do you?”

Daphne was filled with irritation at the sight of Josiah. In a huff, she handed Aurora over to him, hoping to see him flustered and in distress. However, to her surprise, he held the child confidently and calmly.

Aurora, seemingly familiar with him, even broke into a wide grin.

Josiah lowered his head to gaze at the baby with a gentle smile, wearing a rare tender look on his face. “No problem. You guys go ahead and talk.”

Lysander walked over to grab Daphne. “Have you had breakfast yet? Let’s go grab something to eat.”

Daphne said defiantly, “No need. I’m so upset I don’t even feel like eating. It’s stifling here. Let’s go. somewhere else to get some fresh air!”

She took Lysander’s hand as she spoke, wanting to pull her away, but she soon paused and turned to Adrian. “Thanks for sending me here today. You can go about your business. I’ll treat you to a meal another day.”

Adrian, however, said, “You guys go ahead. I still have some matters to deal with.”

fixed on Josiah. Josiah noticed that and calmly

men went head to head against each other, leaving Lysander uneasy.

me, didn’t you, Adrian?

too.” Josiah was the one who spoke

of wanting Aiden to leave, but that only made Lysander even

a leaf. “B–But I don’t have anything to do if I head back. It’s

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don’t have to. Go ahead and don’t

immediately blocked Lysander’s path. “Since no one’s leaving, you guys should stay, too. Let’s all have

“Wait, what are you two up to? One is an ex–husband, and the other

yet neither

brother quietly, “We’re in Josiah’s territory after all. Can we go back

just going to talk to him, so get out of the

way! I was just

good that you’re here, Dr. Sutton. I happen to have something I want to discuss

“Perhaps we should all sit

between men, so stay out of this. Go on, don’t worry.

looked at him skeptically, not saying a word,

reassured, “Don’t worry. I have the baby here with me. I won’t do

that Josiah genuinely adored this child and was certain he wouldn’t do anything drastic

a

a tug. “Let’s

with the cheerful chatter and laughter of kids. Yet, the three adults. standing nearby didn’t say a word, the tension between them palpable. It was

Josiah lowered the windscreen and asked calmly, “So, where should we talk, Dr.

replied nonchalantly. “This place is yours, so

nodded. “Come with me,

Adrian, noticing that he had no intention of picking a fight with Josiah and instead followed him quietly. Relieved, Aiden

escape if Josiah hadn’t asked

led them all the way

fruits and drinks were available, most of the guests were on vacation and wouldn’t stav in the hotel all day. Only a few guests busy working on their laptops

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