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?”

hoodies, realizing the issue might be their

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

look like a couple in matching

had a conversation with the owner. It seemed as though his visit to the town was genuinely to experience the local culture and customs. The fact that

couple outfits and insists I wear them. At our age, who cares about such things? Plus, we’re always

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and complimented, “You two must

Finished:

since we were young. There are prettier and gentler women, but she’s the one for

“Where’s

turns running the shop. She was up since two in the morning to prepare the sheep offal broth.

“Up at two in the

though business had been brisk lately, getting up so early seemed excessive, practically akin

fortunate, though. The bakery stall owner down the street gets up

glimmer of hope, Josiah asked, “So you don’t usually start this early?”

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

understanding of the world had been profoundly reshaped.

the hotel. The sky had darkened significantly compared to when

pace, with Josiah following,

his mind, he

wasn’t much of a talker either, so they walked side by

while, Josiah finally uttered, “Life is

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 self–reflection.

“The world is vast. Few people can. see and understand everything. Now that you can see and empathize with

vegetable soup shop had to start