The Charming Ex-Wife

Chapter 621






The Charming Ex–Wife 


Chapter 622 Every Word Boils Down To Science 


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Lysander was well acquainted with the sting of solitude. Even though she had grown used to her own company. the feeling of isolation could still be overwhelmingly melancholic at times. 


Josiah, who had been quietly absorbing everything she shared, only expressed his sentiments once he fully grasped the depth of Lysander’s concerns. “Life often doesn’t follow our plans, and saying goodbye is a part of that. But if you’re open to it. I’m here to stay by your side until the very end.” he offered gently. 


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Lysander didn’t outright reject his offer, but she didn’t embrace it either. Touching the corner of her catch a tear, she responded softly, “Your intentions are touching but a bit far from reality. You’re older than me, and since men generally have a shorter lifespan than women, the likelihood of you being by my side until the end is uncertain.” 


Josiah, sensing a sliver of opportunity, remained resolute. “Then it’s up to me to take excellent care of myself. I’ll stick to a regular schedule, stay active, eat healthily–all to ensure I can keep up with you.” 


Lysander half–joked in response. “It seems like a lot of trouble. Perhaps it would be simpler to find someone younger, so we could avoid the pain of parting by Teaving together.” 

Josiah paused to consider her words, taking a moment before responding. 


Lysander knew his intentions were genuine, especially considering how emotionally taxing recent events had been for her. He simply wanted to offer her support. 


Aware that she was somewhat taunting him with the age difference, she started to say, “Josiah, I didn’t 


“That wouldn’t be impossible,” he cut in suddenly, his voice calm yet earnest. 


Lysander was somewhat taken aback. “What did you say?” 


Perhaps that’s not such a bad


Lysander


worry,” he reassured her quickly, “I promised your father I’d always protect you, and I intend to keep that promise. If you choose not to remarry, I’ll still be here. And if you


expression turned serious. “Are you truly


“If someone else can make you happy, I’m willing to step aside.”


in the past?” Lysander probed, recalling how Josiah had once stepped back when Lysanne got married,


admitted. “I


What t 


if you choose not


to have/children? I’d help raise them,”


frowned, puzzled. “Well, aren’t you


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from an orphanage?


care for a child not his own, much less bequeath his fortune to them. In nature, stags fight until bloody, lions brawl until they’re raw, and some insects even die to ensure


his tongue. “Talking of romance with you truly lacks


to science.” 


brief smile flickered across Lysander’s face before vanishing just as quickly. “Perhaps someone with my disposition just isn’t meant for love.”


“There’s no one who is unsuited for love. You’re


half–serious, “Are you being sarcastic about Joseph


what I said,” Josiah replied. “But regardless, they couldn’t touch


anyway. 


“For now,


It was the same with Daphne, Lynn, Priscilla, and even when Nieva needed help, you were there without a second thought. You’re not incapable of love; you’re just afraid of getting hurt. That’s why I’m willing to keep giving, bit by bit, until you feel


grass, lost in memories of their youth. It had been ages since they’d enjoyed such unhurried, carefree time together, their lives usually consumed by the demands of work


own past memories stirred by the scene. She felt a pang of sadness, missing


preemptively, “You should go and


company. 


finished here, I’ll head over,”


cleaned up the remains of the barbecue and joined Susan, engaging her in conversation


not allow herself to succumb to idleness, fearing that further reflection might only sink her deeper into a state of gloom. She busied herself with arranging her sleeping arrangements for the evening


tent was reserved for Maverick and Laura, while the other four smaller tents were arranged for


unzipped the flap of the tent assigned to her and immediately noticed the thoughtful arrangement inside. Thick clothing was neatly laid out atop a disposable sleeping bag, beneath which a dust


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