His Beloved Ex-Wife

Chapter 590

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.

She 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. Additionally, my expertise does not

considering her logical explanation, his previously dimmed expression suddenly brightening. “Ms. Thorne, any small amount of your time would suffice. I assure you, I won’t

were wagging an

administrators that you’re quite the favorite among your female classmates. It would surely disappoint them if you were to abruptly give

were. It’s a good thing we have

School varied significantly. The school Lysander remembered was not as aesthetically pleasing as it currently appeared, with its upgraded sports facilities and academic buildings, not to mention the

remarkably liberal in their thinking and actions, a

being adults, found common ground in

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

Josiah simply stared, speechless.

this gentleman is older than you,

she murmured in

clarity, exclaimed, “I knew it! That explains why you talk in such an old- fashioned

gaze then shifted to Josiah’s furrowed brow as he blinked innocently before turning to address Lysander, “Ms. Thorne,

approaching retirement 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 in the hallways before night class, specifically

seen in black. More often, he opts for vibrant pink shirts or red T–shirts,

like a

jovial tone, began discussing recent happenings involving

in the building to catch students late for evening study and began patrolling the

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

“Mr. Owen is a dedicated teacher. His strictness is a testament to his

the obedience of a well–trained pet, “Understood, Ms. Thorne.

“Good”

had visited the old grounds yesterday, I

had always held a deep respect for Owen. Effortlessly, she visualized the scene from her time in school,

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