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 their clothes.

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

a couple in

the other hand, 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 he found

and insists I wear them. At our age, who cares about such things? Plus, we’re always working. So, they get

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on and complimented, “You two must have a great

Finished:

together since we were young. There are prettier and gentler

and asked, “Where’s your wife

take turns running the shop. She was up since two in the morning to prepare the sheep offal broth. If she doesn’t catch up on sleep, her health won’t hold up, the owner explained.

at two in the morning?”

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

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 dough. Their day is turned upside down.”

a glimmer of hope, Josiah asked, “So you don’t usually start this

the owner proudly shared. “Usually, we arrive at the shop by four in 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

days, Josiah’s understanding of the world had

hotel. The sky had darkened significantly compared to

her pace, with Josiah following,

had something on his mind, he

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

while, Josiah finally uttered, “Life

believed he could control everything from his office, he couldn’t help but mock himself, “No wonder you couldn’t accept the old

adept

comforted him, “The world is vast. Few people can. see and understand everything.

the owner of the sheep offal and vegetable soup shop had to start preparing for business in the wee hours of