The Charming Ex-Wife

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It was no surprise that Nilou suggested selling each item for such a low price. She didn’t believe that her. father’s labor and effort were without value; instead, her proposal aimed at moving the items more quickly to avoid overburdening her parents with unsold stock lingering around the house.

When the woman noticed Josiah and Lysander’s keen interest in Nilou’s words, she became visibly anxious. She feared they might suspect her of inflating the prices. Hastily, she assured them, “Don’t worry. As we agreed, each one will only cost you one buck. Feel free to pick any you like. I can even offer you a discount if you decide to buy several.”

Josiah had already made up her mind to pay the market price for these straw origami, yet he didn’t immediately reveal his intention. Instead, he simply nodded, agreeing solemnly to the woman’s offer.

Relieved by their response, the woman warmly invited them, “Then please, take your time exploring- There are more straw origami just behind the eaves. If you’d like to pick lotus flowers, just head down the steps. And I heard from my daughter that you’re planning to watch the fireflies tonight. You’ll be able to see them from right here in the yard.”

The statements made by the woman were truthful and straightforward, devoid of any commercial exaggeration. The house was indeed modest, comprising a central living room intended for hosting guests, flanked by a single room on each side,

The household was home to four–two adults and two children. Normally, each group slept separately. With Lysander and Josiah considering an overnight stay, it was uncertain if there would be sufficient room. to accommodate them comfortably.

Sensing their hesitation, Nilou quickly perceived their concerns. With reassuring sweetness, she told them, “Dr. Thorne, don’t worry. There’s a small house just behind ours. It’ll only take a moment to prepare; it’s usually unoccupied but always kept clean. It’s also an excellent spot for stargazing and watching fireflies.”

Before leaving to make preparations, she instructed her brother, “Go tell Dad that we have guests. Mom plans to cook fish for lunch. If Dad’s still busy, you’ll need to catch one at the lake.”

The boy nodded and scampered off, vanishing in an instant.

After saying this, Nilou then picked up the firewood stacked in the room and went to assist her mother with lunch preparations. To conserve their limited food supply, the family typically ate just two meals a day–a light breakfast and a more substantial lunch.

In the sunlit hall, only Lysander and Josiah remained. Josiah carefully peeled a lotus seed, tasting it before offering the rest to Lysander. “It’s indeed sweet,” he remarked, “not bitter at all.”

Lysander, after tasting a seed, softly added, “Lotus seeds really are best when fresh.”

peeling, chose another vibrant lotus seed

seed on the tray before her, he continued with the task.

quietly inquired, “Are you sure you want to stay here tonight

regrets between us. With such a perfect opportunity before us, why wouldn’t I

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just a simple mudbrick structure, probably used as a

norm; resources were scarce, so even when new houses were built, the old ones were rarely demolished.

Nilou might not see anything amiss with the small house. However, Josiah, who had spent restless nights even in the more comfortable dorm of the health center, would undoubtedly find

came off an IV drip yesterday. Staying in a small, earthen rural house–far removed from the sanitary conditions of a clinic or the village chief’s home–is akin

an issue. Let’s see how it feels when

isn’t a

trunk,” Josiah said casually. “I drove

asked, “I thought you

of my errands. But after withdrawing money, I saw some stores still open. It seemed wasteful not to make a purchase. Plus,

they returned with bags full of goods, so Josiah’s reasoning was

lotus seeds, she inquired about his purchases, half in disbelief that he had only bought a

leaky roof but also walls that let in drafts

practically emptied the town’s only outdoor supply store. Initially, the shopkeeper had been skeptical, but upon realizing Josiah’s intentions, he opened the warehouse for

him, a mix of amusement and incredulity on her face. “Are you turning

need, so I packed it all. We can sort