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.”

Josiah let out

was caught up in his own emotions, but he was helpless. All he could do

matter of changing her name, you must respect Lysa’s wishes. You can’t force her to change her stance,” Maverick

Howard’s face. “All right. Lysa can do

was unsure of how to address Howard. After composing herself, she said, “Thank

happy, that’s all that matters. Also, if you

Lyman Ano’s denom. and his win.

Our Own

child has never shared her thoughts with

got a pretty good grasp on the affairs of Thorne Constructions and Energies now. I should be officially ready to take over the company soon. Your wife still needs your care at the

“All right. If you ever find yourself in a difficult

straightforward man. Seeing Howard’s sincerity, it didn’t seem like he was just going through the motions. Maverick also put on a serious expression and

so abruptly that Maverick had a hard time coming to terms

said, “It’s true. We’ve already had a

He then asked, “All right. By the way, there’s something else. When 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, you shouldn’t bother to acknowledge her as your

course. Lyss… 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

I’ll take your words as sincere. So, let’s

to

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

family had

from the Thorne family, but upon hearing her father speak in such a manner, she felt a warmth in her heart. It was clear

hearing the mention of Lysanne, Howard was filled with nothing but disappointment. He immediately responded, “That’s not an issue.

remember you said this. If I ever find out that you’re favoring your adopted daughter and hurting Lysa, I won’t let it slide. In terms of wealth, our family may not compare to yours, but we do have our pride.” Maverick was terrified of Lysander experiencing even the

property has been arranged by a lawyer. If

through all that trouble. I wouldn’t understand it, anyway.” Maverick then continued, “Secondly, I’m also Lysa’s father. After she acknowledges her biological family, you can’t keep me

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by what I said in

two families will be as one. Coincidentally, if we trace surnames,

way. Whether she decides to further her studies or work in the future, I

in the Pack our