The Charming Ex-Wife

Chapter 434 There Was No Room For Discussion

Adrian’s expression slightly tensed, a faint crease forming between his brows as he attempted to mask his emotions. By the time he gently knocked on Lysander’s door once more, his features had smoothed into their customary gentle smile. He announced with a soft warmth, “We’re back.”

White Coat trailed behind him, barking joyfully as if catching his mood.

“Mm, Lysander replied her voice slightly distant. After responding, she drifted back to her seat by the window, her gaze lost in the vague contours of the outside world.

Observing that she desired solitude, Adrian chose not to intrude further. Noticing the nearly cleared dining table, he quietly made his way to the kitchen. There, he meticulously washed the used utensils and neatly arranged them back in the cupboard.

In the living room, Lysander maintained her

templative silence.

Adrian approached her gently, his voice laced with concern, “What happened? Did the conversation not go well?”

The discussion had not merely been unproductive–it had been utterly futile.

A bitter chuckle echoed silently within Lysander, though her face remained impassive. She managed a simple, “In

to be as current state, we can’t discuss anything. Dr. Sutton, I really appreciate your help, but I’d like

for a while now.”

“All right, I’ll take my leave then,” Adrian responded, his movements carrying a trace of reluctance. As he moved toward the door, he paused to gently pat the fluffy head of the puppy following him, whispering, “Take good care of her for me, I’m leaving first.”

White Coat seemed to understand, rustling softly as it stopped following him further.

Lysander found herself alone until the afternoon. Not a single message or piece of news came through. Not worrying that she might disturb Daphne, she finally decided to reach out herself.

“The user you’re trying to reach is currently unavailable…”

regardless of how many times she attempted the

Lysander resolved to take a taxi directly to

The grand lobby, previously guarded and lively, was now devoid of security personnel. The reception desk stood unattended, and the remaining employees seemed

propelled Lysander to ask one of them, “Can you guys

was a’shake of his head. “We’ve been unable to reach her by phone. The bank representatives are here already, it seems they’re planning to seal the office and liquidate the assets. We’ve been trying all morning, but there’s no response.

could process the full implication, a lawyer, sharply dressed and accompanied by

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an assessment of the

lead lawyer. “Excuse me… Are

may I ask if you are Ms. Daphne Everhart?”

she’s a good friend of mine. Can you tell

on now?”

is rather complex. It’s not merely a simple bankruptcy; their assets are far

Lysander pressed, “What do you

seemed that the situation was even more critical than she had

legally against the corporate entity

knew from Daphne that the legal representative for

move on, “There’s been an emergency at their home. Could you possibly extend

“I’m sorry, as a lawyer, my duty is

found herself momentarily

could you please step aside?” the lawyer requested.

give me a little more time? Just half an

hint of incredulity in his voice, “After all this considerable delay and no attempts at repayment, what could possibly change in just half an

fill your pockets; it’s a no–win situation. Half an hour is hardly a significant extension. If I still can’t come up with the funds after that, you’re free to

too

her

Checking his watch, he reluctantly agreed, “I’ll extend your time by another half an hour. Should

conversation, she swiftly moved to a secluded