The Charming Ex-Wife

Chapter 616 The Most Important Thing For A Man Is Not His Face

Josiah adopted an appropriate demeanor as a junior and said, “Mr. Maverick, I have always remembered what you said to me at the Thorne manor. Regardless of whether Lysander accepts me or not, I will treat her well for the rest of my life. Her family is my family.”

Maverick lowered his head and nodded. As his health condition worsened, his attitude underwent a change. His tone was no longer as assertive as before. Rather, he began to speak more openly and honestly.

“I’m not afraid to tell you the truth. I’ve never been satisfied with you as my son–in–law, especially after learning about what you’ve done to Lysa. I’ve viewed you as an enemy. If it weren’t for the fear of causing trouble for Lysa and the others, I would have taken you down.”

Maverick was known for his fiery and impulsive nature, but when it came to protecting his family, he would spare no expense, even if it meant sacrificing his own life. Now that the day had come, he harbored no regrets. However, he couldn’t bear to leave his family.

Josiah had long reflected thoroughly on his past actions. He responded to Maverick’s remarks without any resentment, saying. “As a father, it’s only natural for you to protect your daughter. I understand that. completely.”

Maverick asked in a low voice, “Do you really hold no resentment toward me? The scar on your face is still there. I ruined your good–looking face.”

Josiah dismissively said, “The most important thing for a man is not his face. It’s his shoulders.”

Maverick gave a satisfied smile, understanding the metaphorical reference of the word “shoulder” in their

conversation.

The shoulders symbolized the ability to carry responsibility and be accountable.

“Okay, I’ll take your words as truth. I won’t bother with any pretense. I’ll tell you so that you have an idea of what is going on.”

Josiah held his breath, waiting for Maverick to continue.

by his knee, slowly stood up and said: “The doctor who diagnosed me told me that my days

to steady Maverick in time. Even after Maverick waved his hand. and refused his help, Josiah only let go

deep breaths. With a hint of bitterness, he said, “I didn’t expect that I’d start seeing spots when I stood up. I only

Even if he pretended to be healthy, it was no longer convincing. If he continued this way, Lysander would notice sooner

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the future of his wife and daughter, Maverick resolutely turned

you are not my first choice as my son–in–law, after much consideration, you seem to be the most reliable person Lysander can depend on at the moment. I’ve heard from Howard that you’ve truly changed, and your actions speak volumes. So…. Mr. Guerra, consider this a plea from

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and the sharp

reached out to help him up. “Mr. Maverick, I’m your junior. I can’t accept

bow before straightening up. With a sheen of cold sweat glistening on his forehead, he spoke with difficulty but clarity. “I don’t care if you think you can accept it

too much for Josiah to accept, let alone an even

by this?” Maverick asked, clearly displeased.

rigid man with a very

back on his

promptly, “I just want you to understand my feelings for Lysander. Even without your request, I will take care of her and her family the same way. You are

his head.

of pain surged through

brushed the cigarette ash off his sleeve and said softly, “All right, I don’t ask for anything else now. I just hope that you will keep your word. Even if one day you revert to your old ways, please, don’t hurt Lysa again for the sake of what we discussed

nothing left for him to care about, but when he spoke, he couldn’t help but lower his stance.

to Howard’s proposal. He knew that if the two families were