The Charming Ex-Wife

The Charming Ex–Wife

Chapter 580 I Never Understood You

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The office that Lysander was currently using was previously occupied by Howard. It was still arranged the way it had been during his time, and it was equipped with everything that one might need.

Josiah glanced around and felt somewhat satisfied.

The first thing Lysander did after entering the office was to take her belongings from Josiah and draw a line between them. She said, “Thank you.”

Josiah let of her stuff. He watched her sit down at her desk, switch on her laptop, and continue working on unfinished tasks. He then sat down on the single couch opposite her.

The materials needed for the tender proposal were intricate and complex, with piles of documents stacked like small mountains on the table.

Lysander’s gaze fell on the stack of documents and asked, “Don’t you have your own tasks to attend to? Guerra Group’s business is busier than Thorne Constructions and Energies. Lunch has been delivered, and you’ve already supported me. They shouldn’t oppose me like they did today. You should go back to your own company.”

Josiah replied calmly, “I’m not in a hurry to go back.”

“You’ve made it pretty clear just now. Anyone with a brain should understand,” she remarked.

There was no emotion discernible on Lysander’s face.

Josiah felt a bit uneasy. “Are you still blaming me?”

Lysander shook her head. “No, thanks to you today, I was able to control them. You’re right, they don’t respect me. No matter how good my suggestions are, they won’t implement them if they don’t accept me.”

Josiah understood. He comforted her softly, “I know you feel uncomfortable. You’ve always relied on your own efforts, both in exams and work. Suddenly having to rely on connections feels uncomfortable for you. You know rationally that this is the quickest way, but it still feels uncomfortable.”

Lysander didn’t deny it. “Mm.”

“Lysander, do you remember what Zachary said?” Josiah asked.

“What?”

“He said I was lucky to be born into the Guerra family. Everything was convenient for me from the start. But it’s different for him. He came from an ordinary family, so he had to strive and fight for everything. Even after striving all his life, he might not reach my starting point.”

Lysander nodded. “I remember.”

“What he said wasn’t entirely unreasonable. If I weren’t the sole heir of the Guerra family, those old fossils who built the foundation with Grandma might not ever notice me. They listen to me because of my

surname.”

you, and I appreciate what you did. But this incident has taught

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sister to be safe, and you want to help as many people as you can. These are achievable through your efforts. Ultimately, it’s because your desires are simple.

lowered her gaze. “Im not

lightly, seeming to have some insights. “I didn’t understand this before. I always wanted to force everything and

her hands without meeting his gaze. “Why are you also being philosophical?”

Who else has

was posting motivational quotes on social media every day. like

“Perhaps… witnessing pain firsthand deepens one’s understanding

Lysander didn’t want to continue the

talk about serious matters. I know you heard my personnel transfer proposals in the conference room.

of dangling the vice president position is like a generous promise, but it should temporarily

when I introduced you to things. I didn’t mention much about personnel changes. If

head and briefly

because of necessity. These were people with shallow roots and decent performance. But next, we’re dealing with the management. The management issues are significant, but fortunately, they’re not monolithic. I still believe in meritocracy. As for those who’ve contributed before, if they’re willing, I’ll ensure, as Howard promised, that they can stay in

that senior employees are about the same age as Mr. Thome.”

lowered her head again, avoiding eye contact with him.

piece, Josiah stood up to leave. He asked, “Is there anything

“Anything is fine.”

follow the nutritionist’s recommendations, then.”

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some thought, Josiah asked. “Are you free

“Why?”

back to the old house this weekend. It’s a kind of housewarming.

Lysander said nothing.

bring Daphne along. More people make it merrier. And don’t forget the kitten. Mom loves small animals and

the cat. I have

immediately tensed up. “With