The Charming Ex-Wife

The Charming Ex–Wife

Chapter 538 Our Own Lives

Maverick’s previously furrowed brows relaxed considerably after he resolved a significant worry, and his voice also became noticeably lighter. “If you’re feeling pressured, don’t force yourself. I don’t want to compel you to live life the way I’ve dictated. All I hope for is that you don’t let anyone dictate your moral compass. What matters most is doing what you love and what you’re willing to do. Since you’ve made your decision, know that I’m fully behind you.”

As he spoke, he couldn’t help but raise his hand to rub the corner of his eye. He was determined to maintain his dignity at all costs, fearing the embarrassment of shedding tears in front of his daughter as a grown man.

Lysander didn’t concern herself with all these details. She immediately gave him a hug. “Thank you, Dad.”

Accustomed to his rough ways, Maverick was somewhat uncomfortable with such delicate expressions of emotion. For a moment, he stiffened, but he still managed to pat his daughter’s back gently in response.

At last, Maverick and Lysander had managed to clear the air.

“Maverick, I understand your point. I would never force Lysa to do anything she’s unwilling to. After all, losing her in the first place was my fault. Now, her willingness to help when I’m at my wits‘ end is already more than I could ask for. If she wants to return to her medical practice, she can do so at any time. I’ll figure out another way to handle the company’s affairs. If all else fails, Josiah could help. Right, Josiah?”

Josiah quickly nodded in agreement. “Yes, I can take over at any time. If Lysander wants to return to the hospital, she can do so whenever she pleases. It’s entirely up to her.”

“I was speaking to Lysa’s biological father. What gives you the right to interrupt?” Maverick said indignantly. “Besides, even if you wanted to help, you’d be doing a favor for Mr. Howard, not for Lysa. Lysa doesn’t owe you anything.”

“Yes, she owes me nothing. It’s me who owes her, and I know that.”

Maverick patted Lysander’s hand. “Be careful with this young man. I still see him as untrustworthy. Keep your distance from him in the future.”

“Understood, Dad.”

helpless, wry smile, Josiah let out several sighs.

his own emotions, but he was helpless. All he could do was pat Josiah

must respect Lysa’s wishes. You can’t force her to change

face. “All right.

that day, Lysander was unsure of how to address Howard. After composing herself, she said,

emotion. “What’s there to thank? As long as you’re happy, that’s all that matters. Also, if you ever want to return to the medical field…”

denom. and his win.

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has never shared her thoughts with

now. I should be officially ready to take over the company soon. Your wife still needs your care at the moment, so let’s see how things go after I get

“All right. If you ever find yourself in

also put on

had a hard time coming to

already had a DNA test done.”

I say I want her back, I don’t mean I want another child in the house. I mean, I want her back in her original place. Do you understand what I’m saying? If Lysa continues to play the role of a sister to that missy,

Well, she’s always been headstrong since she was a child. My wife’s health has been poor, and I’ve spent these past years caring for her. We didn’t really restrict her, and we never imagined she would turn out this way. It caught both my wife and I completely off

your words as sincere. So, let’s set

to agree, “All right-

rush. Firstly, regardless of how your adopted daughter is doing, the moment Lysa decides to return, she becomes the only daughter of your family. The past debts are unavoidable, and Lysa, being kind–hearted, doesn’t hold any grudges. However, I can’t help but think on her behalf. Everything rightfully hers must be returned to her, not a bit less.”

the Thorne family

her father speak in such a manner, she felt a warmth in her heart. It was clear Maverick truly had her best interests

was filled with nothing but disappointment. He immediately responded, “That’s not an issue. It’s what we, as

that you’re favoring your adopted daughter and hurting Lysa, I won’t let it slide. In terms of wealth, our family

I made up my mind long ago. Even the division of property

it, anyway.” Maverick then continued, “Secondly, I’m also Lysa’s father.

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what I said in the

we trace surnames, we were one family five hundred years ago. We

work in the future,

in the Pack