Chapter 416 Does Not Want To See Me

Howard opened his mouth but didn’t utter a single word after a moment of hesitation.

Lysander sighed helplessly. “Didn’t you say this matter had nothing to do with Josiah?”

“It’s not really like that…” Howard stammered.

Lysander shook her head in resignation. fh, never mind. The situation was critical back then, and we indeed saved Old Mrs. Everhart’s life. Mr. Thorne probably kept this from me because he didn’t want me to feel awkward considering my recent breakup with Josiah. His intention was good.

Lysander had always considered herself a reasonable person. Moreover, regarding this matter, she didn’t feel she had the right to blame anyone.

The phone suddenly rang.

She glanced at the

Caller ID and realized it was her younger sister, Michelle.

Stepping out of the ward, she answered the call. “What’s up?

“Lysander, are you busy right now?”

“Not really. What is it?”

Michelle’s voice was noticeably hushed, and she whispered sneakily “Um… the woman who was in charge. of the demolition came by again just now, pressuring us for a response. Mom and Dad didn’t want me to tell you, but I called you secretly.”

“How are Mom and Dad doing now?”

“I overheard them talking in their room. It seemed like Mom was planning to make a trip back to her hometown, apparently to borrow some money from her cousin. Dad was busy sending messages to his friends, presumably also trying to borrow money.”

“Where are you now?”

y own room.

“I’m in my

Lysander took a deep breath. “All right, I got it. I’ll figure something out. You must promise not to take on that kind of part–time job again, okay?”

“No, no, I won’t. I dare not go there again,” she promised.

Lysander asked, “By the way, has Zachary contacted you?”

“No, but I just gave him a call. After all, he helped me get this part–time job through his connections. It wouldn’t be right if I suddenly didn’t show up. I had to let him know and apologize, don’t you think?”

future. He’s quite

“Oh, okay.”

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I think That woman was

you have many classes at your school these few

was why I took on a part–time

with Mom and Dad recently. I’ll figure out

“All right,

money

still young. I’ll take care of everything, so just focus on your studies. When I’m not at home, take good care of

the ward and informed Howard she needed to go before leaving

she dialed Josiah’s number several times in a row, but no one

automated message indicated he had turned off

she reached out

we’re prepared for any outcome. This surgery was indeed timely. All we can do now is to leave the

asked, “How are things going at

Since Josiah wants to collaborate, no one will choose us. I’ve been talking to my dad these past few days, mentally preparing him for the worst. If things really don’t

do you have Zane’s WhatsApp?”

I bet that guy is still lurking around in Instagram playing some

can you give me his WhatsApp, please?”

something

“Yeah.”

business do you have with Zane? You

for Zane. I need to talk to Josiah.”

I’ve said it before, I want my parents to retire and close down the company. I didn’t say it out of spite. I genuinely want them to take a

focus on taking care of Old Mrs. Everhart

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uneasy, Daphne gave Lysander

and nearly half

aback. Zane promptly called her. “Can

İs.”

like to know where

have his contact information?”

no one

cursed under his breath before saying. “Um, wait. There’s something I need to verify

“All right.”

and Zane returned the call. “Josiah might be busy today. Do you need to talk to

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