Chapter 590 Two Pretentious Men

“Ah?”

Josiah’s expression abruptly shifted to a more stern demeanor as he spoke for her, elaborating. “She’s been completely swamped with work obligations recently, leaving her no free time to offer tutoring services to a high school student such as yourself.”

“I wouldn’t pose any disruption to her work. She could simply tutor me at her leisure, whenever she finds a spare moment,” Joseph insisted.

“She’s not available”

“But surely there must be time during ends or holidays, right?”

“No, that won’t be possible either.”

“Ms. Thome, what kind of subpar company are you employed by that fails to provide even the basic statutory holidays? Shouldn’t such practices be reported?” Joseph exclaimed indignantly.

Lysander interjected, “The reason is simply because I choose not to take breaks. I believe it’s important for me to push myself further.”

“Ms. Thorne, that’s frankly unacceptable. Mr. Calderon has clearly stated that we must find a balance between work and relaxation,” he argued,

“I know.”

“So, does this imply that you might start taking breaks during holidays going forward? And if so, could you possibly tutor me then? In return, I can offer you massages. I’m quite skilled at it; it’s incredibly soothing…

A massage?

Josiah’s alarm was palpable as he quickly intervened, “Why don’t you tell me which subject you’re finding challenging, and I’ll find time to help you.”

Joseph appeared to be lost in his thoughts, hardly registering the conversation, his eyes wide as he stared. at Lysander, seemingly taken aback by Josiah’s stern demeanor.

conveyed. gently, “At this time, I’m preoccupied with pressing matters. Even if I were to agree to help, I may not be able to assist you timely.

responded after considering her logical explanation, his previously dimmed expression suddenly brightening. “Ms. Thorne, any

seemed almost as if he were

delivering a pointed remark, “I’ve been informed by your school administrators that you’re quite the favorite among your female classmates. It

thing we have indoor courts. now. It

gap between them of seven to eight years meant their perspectives on Harborbrook Fifth High School varied significantly. The school Lysander remembered was not as aesthetically pleasing as it currently appeared, with its upgraded sports facilities and

are remarkably liberal in their thinking and actions,

being adults, found common ground

cheeky remark, “Hey, are you really the same age as Ms. Thome? You sound

Josiah simply stared, speechless.

gentleman is older

murmured

“I knew it! That explains why you talk in such an old- fashioned manner, just like

innocently before turning to address Lysander,

by now, right? I recall when I started at Harborbrook Fifth High School, he had just been promoted to dean. It’s quite remarkable that he has maintained that role for so many years. I remember he would always wear black and stand silently

surprise, “That’s quite a change in his fashion sense. Nowadays, he’s rarely seen in black. More often, he opts for

seem like a significant change,” Lysander

and jovial tone, began discussing recent

Mainly because he stopped hiding in the building to catch students late for evening study and began patrolling the

spoke, his hands animated the story, adding a vividness to his

is a dedicated teacher. His strictness is a testament to his commitment to your education. It’s not

well–trained pet, “Understood, Ms. Thorne. I won’t

“Good”

grounds yesterday, I thought about how the

a deep respect for Owen. Effortlessly, she

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