His Beloved Ex-Wife

Chapter 620 Going Camping

Once Michelle had readied herself, they all proceeded to the private room designated for their spa experience.

Laura, initially apprehensive and wary of the chill, observed Susan’s composed manner and followed her lead, settling by the edge of the pool. Once immersed, she let out a sigh of contentment, remarking, “Truly, this spa is far more enjoyable than a simple bath at home.”

Michelle, retaining the exuberance of youth, wasted no time in playful antics. As soon as Lysander stepped into the water, Michelle began splashing her, sparking a light–hearted water fight between the two.

The sisters playful dispute briefly lifted the weight of their concerns.

Nearby, Laura and Susan leaned close, observing the lively scene and exchanging smiles. “Just look at those two, so vibrant and full of life, Laura commented.

Susan, with a nostalgic tone, added. “Indeed, if only I were twenty years younger, I’d join in their frolics. without a second thought. But these days, even a short dip is enough to wear me out.”

Their conversation naturally drifted to reminiscences of their younger days.

Laura shared her reflections, “Thinking back to when I was single, I cherished the freedom and lack of responsibilities. Had I not met my husband, I might have chosen never to marry.”

Curious, Susan inquired, “How did you two meet, anyway? Maverick always seemed so serious. Did he actually make the first move back in his younger days?”

Indeed, one should not judge a book by its cover.

Laura, slightly embarrassed but amused, replied, “Oh, those were simpler times. Back then, if young men and women liked each other, they just got married. There wasn’t much of the chase we see today.”

he did pursue you,

say that. But he only ever took me out to a movie once, right after we got married. It ended late, and as we walked out, he pointed to

their youth, during a time of booming industrial revolution, the city’s pollution often masked the true beauty of the night sky.

their mother reminisced. Lysander then asked, “Mom, did Dad ever take you to see the stars in the

a whirlwind of day–to–day responsibilities. We never found the time for such trips. Watching the stars on television had to

of guilt. She resolved then, “Mom, seeing the milky way on TV isn’t the same. I’ll take

just mentioning it casually. Besides, you’re already doing so much for us. This is all ancient history now. Your father probably doesn’t

It’s just that life got too busy.

seized in the present, might never come again. Lysander didn’t want her. parents

reluctant, perhaps regretting even mentioning the past.

“Why wait for another time to camp in the mountains? We’re already here. I’ll just call Josiah

up her phone, ready to make

tried to protest, “Maybe we shouldn’t…

dialing quickly. “He was just lounging around. This gives him something useful to

the necessary instructions to Josiah. His response was prompt and efficient, setting

realizing that the situation was irreversible, Laura found herself at a loss for what to do next. Almost instinctively, she looked to

“Mom, don’t worry,

suppose we’ll trouble him this

arrange everything. If he needs to do anything himself, it won’t be much. Let’s just relax and enjoy

the day waned into evening, Howard and Molly learned about the planned mountain camping from Josiah but chose to rest instead. The true adventurers of the evening

arrangements while enjoying the spa himself. “The resort offers full camping services,” he explained. “They’re already setting up tents and barbecue grills up the mountain. We’ll head out once everything is ready.”