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

the crowded wholesale market yesterday, she had chosen the first practical, season- appropriate items she found. After purchasing them,

a couple in matching outfits, walking around like that.

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 a hotel to shower and change

At our age, who cares about such things? Plus, we’re always working. So, they

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caught on and complimented, “You two must have a great

Finished:

“We’ve been together since we were

“Where’s your wife now?”

shop. She was up since two in the morning to prepare

incredulous. “Up at

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

owner down the street gets up at this hour every day to knead dough. Their day

hope, Josiah asked, “So you

four in the morning. That’s the perfect time to get fresh

days, Josiah’s understanding of the world had been

and vegetable soup, they headed back to the hotel. The sky had darkened significantly compared to when they first left. Despite the weather

with Josiah following, carrying their

had something on his mind, he

so they walked side by

finally uttered, “Life is hard.”

on his previous high–and–mighty stance, where he believed he could control everything from his office, he couldn’t help but mock himself, “No

was adept

for his past and comforted him, “The world is vast. Few people can. see and understand everything. Now that you can see and empathize with their lives is impressive, certainly better

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