The Charming Ex-Wife

The Charming Ex–Wife

Chapter 514 Strike Where It Hurts Most

Aiden, seated in the middle, had just nervously taken a sip of coffee when he nearly choked and coughed Adrian, however, nodded calmly. “Does Lysander know about that?”

Josiah maintained his composure, his eyes narrowed condescendingly. “For now, I’m the only one trying to salvage this relationship. She knows what I want.”

“Which means she hasn’t agreed to getting back together with you, right?” asked Adrian.

Josiah took a sip of his coffee and said quietly, “Yes, for now.”

Adrian scoffed. “That’s what you wanted to tell me? You and I both understand Lysander’s personality well. She’s an assertive person, not someone you can get back together with just because you want to.”

“You don’t have to worry about that, Dr. Sutton. Whether or not Lysander and I get back together is none of your business.”

“But as long as you two aren’t back together, Lysander is technically single, I may not pursue her, but we’re still friends, not to mention colleagues who work well with each other-”

“She and I used to have a child.”

A brief silence ensued..

Josiah continued, “We share the pain of losing that child, and that’s something we have in common.”

“So what? Lysander will only resent you for that.”

Josiah smirked. “Even hatred is better than having no feelings at all, Dr. Sutton. At least she harbors some resentment toward me, but as for you, no matter how much effort you put in, you’ll only ever be a colleague to her.”

Aiden didn’t even dare to breathe, anxiously taking another sip of coffee and observing both their reactions without knowing what the coffee tasted like.

situation, remained calm and composed.

spend her life with in the future, I’m a viable option. After all, her previous marriage to you wasn’t out of love, so we’re all starting from scratch when it comes to developing feelings. Who’s to say I don’t stand at

Josiah chuckled and corrected him confidently. “Because I’m here.”

him to show such confidence. “Mr. Guerra, I need to remind you once again that if you’re thinking of

your place to define what’s

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514 Strike Where It Hurts Most

and grim for a moment, startling Aiden. Aiden’s face turned pale, and he wanted to say something

Mama… Right then, Aurora began

break from all that tension, exclaimed, “The baby just talked!

into laughter and

fetched a toy. “Here you go. Why don’t we play with this little ducky?”

hurt. She’s too smart to be interested in ordinary

his hand on the edge of the stroller, allowing Aurora to grab at it.

that child will be with her

moment of silence, Josiah said slowly, “I never hoped for that. My only desire now is to maintain the status quo with Lysander. That’s what I told her myself,

don’t think Adrian’s happy to hear

appearing calm and collected, retorted defiantly, “If the status quo you’re referring to involves you supporting Lysander in establishing a firm foothold in the business world, then I

didn’t immediately object.”

with irony as he added, “I heard that

the battle between love rivals.

for a few seconds. “I suppose it’s because I still plan on being a doctor

was once Lysander’s dream.

was the indispensable anesthesiologist in the operating room,

partner.

his advantage against Josiah.

room fills met with genuine regret. Mr. Guerra,

knew, for Lysander had told him countless times throughout their three years

exceptional doctor, with a specific aspiration to be an outstanding gynecologist. She aimed to keep every expecting mother safe and ensure that each baby arrived in this world healthy and sound.

had told him that society had significantly improved compared to the past, yet there were

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