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?”

at their matching hoodies, realizing the issue might be

yesterday, she had chosen the first practical, season- appropriate items

couple in matching outfits, walking

to experience the local culture and customs. The fact that he found a hotel

age, who cares about such things? Plus, we’re always working. So, they get dirty quickly,” the owner complained, though

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two must

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said with a grin. “We’ve been together since we were young. There

“Where’s your wife now?”

We take turns running the shop. She was up since two in the morning to

incredulous. “Up at two

though business had been brisk lately, getting up so early seemed excessive, practically akin to working through the night. No wonder

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

a glimmer of hope, Josiah asked, “So

proudly shared. “Usually, we arrive at the shop by four in the morning. That’s the perfect time to get

of

The sky had darkened significantly compared to when they first

pace, with Josiah following,

Josiah had something on his

of a talker either, so they walked side by side in

Josiah finally

office, he couldn’t help but mock himself, “No wonder you couldn’t accept the old me. After seeing this

was adept at

people can. see and understand

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 was