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…”

her repeatedly, regardless of how many times she

the dire circumstances the Everhart family was currently facing, Lysander resolved to take a taxi directly to the office building of

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

ask one of them, “Can you guys get in touch

bank representatives are here already, it seems they’re planning to

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

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me… Are you the bank’s appointed lawyer?” she inquired urgently.

her carefully before replying, “Indeed, may

head. “No, I’m not her. But she’s a

on now?”

glasses, the lawyer explained, “The situation with Everhart Corporation is rather complex. It’s not merely

breath, Lysander pressed, “What do you plan to do?”

situation was even more

lawyer’s response was diplomatically cautious, “We will proceed legally against the corporate entity to recover the debts. Any disputes will be resolved in court.”.

knew from Daphne that the legal representative for the Everhart family was

home. Could you possibly extend a grace period? They’ll address this as soon as they can after sorting out their family

a lawyer, my duty is to my client.

found herself momentarily

you please step aside?” the lawyer requested.

implored, biting her lip, “Can you give me a little more

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

putting someone behind bars isn’t going to 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,

won’t be too

aside her pride and endeavor to assist the Everhart family in navigating their/financial straits.

acting on behalf of the bank, was well aware that retrieving the funds would make his job a lot easier. Checking his

Lysander acknowledged gratefully. After ending the conversation, she swiftly moved to a secluded