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.”

on Josiah. Josiah noticed that and calmly met his gaze.

two men went head to head against each other, leaving Lysander

in to interrupt, “You came here for me, didn’t

done, you can leave too.” Josiah was the one who spoke

goal of wanting Aiden to leave, but that only made Lysander even more worried.

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

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to. Go ahead and don’t wait

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

what are you two up to? One is an ex–husband, and the other is a colleague. You’re both

spoke, yet neither

quietly, “We’re in Josiah’s territory

just going to talk to

your way! I was just worried that-”

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

we should all sit

stay out of this. Go

him skeptically, not saying a

I have the

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

a

her a tug.

laughter of kids. Yet, the three adults. standing nearby didn’t say a word, the tension between them palpable. It was so quiet that Aurora

the stroller, Josiah lowered the windscreen and asked

replied nonchalantly. “This place is yours, so why don’t you decide?”

“Come with me,

intention of picking a fight with Josiah and instead followed him quietly. Relieved, Aiden quickly caught up

an excuse to escape if Josiah hadn’t asked the two of

led them all the way back to the

was way past breakfast jime. Although fruits and drinks were available, most of the guests were on vacation and wouldn’t stav in the

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