His Beloved Ex-Wife

Chapter 175 Still The Same

Lysander was characteristically unfazed by the situation.

Conversely, Zachary found himself in quite a predicament; his trousers were not only soaked through but also torn. Clearly, he was in no position to remain in such a state for any extended period.

The modest birthday celebration had reached its conclusion after they had enjoyed their meal and cake.

Exiting the Hestryan cuisine restaurant, it was evident from Laura’s expression that she was preoccupied with

numerous concerns.

Both of her daughters had posed significant challenges that day. The older one had faced complications involving her ex–husband and some relatives who were keen on arranging a marriage for her, while the whereabouts of the younger daughter remained a mystery, as she had vanished without leaving any clues.

As they prepared to leave, Zachary, driving a modestly sized sedan, generously offered, “Mr. and Mrs. Thorne, please allow me to drive you home first.”

Although his car was not a large SUV like a Cayenne, it had ample space to accommodate everyone comfortably in one trip.

Moreover, the guest of honor for the day was none other than Camila, his own mother. It would have been unreasonable to expect her to leave her duties to escort a few guests home.

irritable, waved his hand dismissively, “Zach, you and the

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“Yes, go ahead. We’ll wait

Lysander, his gaze conveying

throes of romance, so much so that she wasn’t even answering her phone. It appeared highly unlikely that she would return any time soon, and it seemed unfair

you head home first? I’ll go and look

lamented, “Once a girl grows up, she just won’t stay put. I bet she’s gone

about the possibility of their family issues becoming public, quickly grabbed his arm, whispering, “Zach is still here.

rather freely. “I’d rather she got involved with Zach than that physics teacher. Zach might be older, but he’s still younger

you rambling about? With the

bus back. Let her do whatever she wants. I can’t control

he was ready

close behind, pleaded, “Maverick, what are you doing? Why lose your temper now? You’re just giving everyone something to laugh

interjected, “Who knows, maybe we’ll all be family one day. What’s the big deal about a few jokes? I’ll join you on the bus back. Let Zachary drive Lysander

imposition having Zach pick