The Charming Ex-Wife

Chapter 686 Have Lysander See Him Anew

Lunch was an ordeal.

Finished’s

Meanwhile, Lysander was quite experienced in such matters. “You can eat like this,” she said, placing at napkin under her bowl for support.

Josiah mimicked her, finally able to sit somewhat straight, though still uncomfortable. Luckily, he wasn’t in a suit today, or his attire would have been ruined by the dusty ground.

The owner noticed the plight. While preparing another batch of soup, he brought over a table. “You folks must be tourists. If you’re uncomfortable, just let me know. I do have tables, you know.”

The arrival of this table couldn’t have been more timely.

Josiah and Lysander spoke in unison. “Thank you.”

“No problem,” the owner replied, resuming his position by the boiling pot. He continued chatting as he worked.

“I’ve seen quite a few tourists lately, but you, young man, are the tallest I’ve seen. Must be from the big city. Here to look at properties?”

Lysander stayed silent while Josiah answered, “We heard this place might be developed into a mansion. district, so we came to check it out.

“Listen to me, don’t buy property here,” the owner warned with a cynical smile. “The place is full of bad vibes and bad geomancy. This is not the place, especially for young couples like you, looking for a happy marital home.”

Josiah gently touched his nose before he glanced at Lysander, who remained impassive. He then explained, “We’re not looking for a marital home.”

“Not a marital home?” The owner eyed them, his expression suddenly understanding. “I get it, looking for a vacation home, right? The scenery here is indeed great, perfect for a honeymoon.”

“We’re not on a honeymoon either,” Josiah said. “And we’re not married.”

The owner chuckled. “Dressed like that, and you’re not a couple?”

looked at their matching hoodies, realizing the issue

had chosen the first practical, season- appropriate items she found. After purchasing

they did look like a couple in matching outfits, walking around like that.

was genuinely to experience the local culture and customs. The fact that he found

about such things? Plus, we’re always working. So, they get

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two must have

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were young. There are prettier and gentler women,

asked, “Where’s your wife

up since two in the morning to prepare the sheep offal broth.

incredulous. “Up at two

up so early seemed excessive, practically akin to working through

We’re fortunate, though. The bakery stall owner down the street gets up at this hour every day to knead dough. Their

asked, “So you

the morning. That’s the perfect time to get fresh sheep offal from the butcher. Our

Josiah’s understanding of the world

darkened significantly compared to when they first left. Despite

quickened her pace, with Josiah

his

much of a talker either, so they walked side

Josiah finally

previous high–and–mighty stance, where he believed he could control everything from his office, he couldn’t help but mock himself, “No wonder you couldn’t accept the old me. After seeing this side of life, I can’t accept that version of

was adept at

see and understand everything. Now that you can see and empathize with their lives is impressive, certainly better than people like

vegetable soup shop had to start preparing for business in