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?”

matching hoodies, realizing the issue might

first practical, season- appropriate items she found. After purchasing them, the two hoodies turned out to

did look like a couple in matching outfits, walking around

town was genuinely to experience the local culture and customs. The fact that he found a hotel to shower and change clothes

Plus, we’re always working. So, they get

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Lysander

and complimented, “You two must have

Finished:

said with a grin. “We’ve been together since we were young. There are prettier and gentler women, but she’s the one for

“Where’s

She was up since two in the morning to

at two in the morning?”

had been brisk lately, getting up so early seemed excessive, practically akin to working through the night. No wonder the owner was alone in the

the nature of the food business. We’re fortunate, though. The bakery stall owner down the street gets up at this hour every day to knead

“So you don’t usually start this

the morning. That’s the perfect time to get fresh sheep offal from the butcher. Our sheep offal never sits overnight. Besides, the broth is the freshest in

Josiah’s understanding of

significantly compared to when they first left.

pace, with Josiah following, carrying their

Josiah had something on his mind, he spoke

so they walked side by side in

while, Josiah finally uttered, “Life is hard.”

help but mock himself, “No wonder you couldn’t accept the old me. After seeing this side of life, I

adept

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

he found out that the owner of the sheep offal and vegetable soup shop had to start preparing for business in the wee hours of the morning