The Charming Ex-Wife

Chapter 486 You Seem Quite Disappointed In Men

As soon as the words fell, a sharp gaze swept over from the rearview mirror.

The car that had been driving smoothly came to a sudden halt. Both Lysander and Tiffany, unprepared for the abrupt stop, lurched forward, taken aback by the surprise.

Lysander, in particular, was just raising her hand and almost got flung from the back seat to the front.

Tiffany’s face was as pale as a sheet. She barely managed to steady herself by holding onto the back of the chair in front of her. She sat down, still in shock and unable to utter a single word.

Josiah clenched his hands on the steering wheel, nearly deforming the leather cover in his grip. His complexion was so dark that it looked terrifying. His voice was even gloomier as he apologized, “Sorry, a stray dog just ran past.”

The car had already passed the most congested section of the road, currently cruising along a one–way street with a speed limit.

Lysander glanced around the tree–lined path on both sides of the road, then said thoughtfully, “I didn’t expect you to be so compassionate.”

Tiffany followed suit and peered out the car window. Of course, she didn’t even catch a glimpse of a stray dog. However, she had complete trust in Josiah and didn’t overthink it. Believing him wholeheartedly, she said, “Lysander, Jose might come across as aloof, but he’s actually very kind.”

Lysander’s eyelid twitched, resisting the urge to retort. Instead, she subtly suggested, “Sometimes, it’s not just about what a person says, but also what they do.”

Tiffany dutifully took note, then asked, “Lysander, is this wisdom gleaned from your own experiences in love?”

Lysander snorted coldly. “It’s an insight I’ve gained from marriage.”

Tiffany asked innocently, “Is it because of your ex–husband?”

“Sort of.”

While they were talking, Josiah started the car, remaining silent as he continued to drive toward the hotel. The aura he exuded was startlingly tense.

Tiffany was engrossed in conversation with Lysander, oblivious to his peculiar behavior. With a look of admiration, she said, “Lysander, I’ve heard that the quickest way to get over a past relationship is to start a new one. If your ex–husband hurt you, you might consider accepting a new boyfriend. That j

time seemed quite nice to you.”

”

Lysander said, “Those are two separate matters.”

Josiah’s expression reflected in the rear–view mirror grew increasingly unpleasant.

from last

Tiffany lamented, “Wouldn’t it be wonderful if all the stories in the world ended with like a fairytale–where the prince and princess would live happily ever after?

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who are married might not necessarily be

tongue twister to Tiffany, but she still understood. “Lysander,

together

weren’t

responded succinctly, “We met no a

can marry someone you met through

silence within

only one awaiting

time together, they inevitably develop feelings for each other. However, these feelings are not the same as romantic love.”

why did you break up?” “Marriage, you see, doesn’t always benefit from complete clarity. Sometimes, a bit of confusion and going with the flow is better for its longevity. But ultimately, it’s about your choice. Would you rather choose a painful separation while fully aware,

how can it last forever?”

‘love‘ was indeed too

her eyes. “Love doesn’t have a physical form and is extremely elusive. You never know when it will come, or when it will suddenly disappear. I can’t stand a life where my emotions rely on someone else’s

discernible emotion. “Ms. Thorne, you seem rather disappointed in men.”

said, “I wouldn’t say I’m disappointed. After all, disappointment implies there was hope to begin with. I’d rather say I’ve learned

Josiah remained silent.

passed by a convenience store, Josiah pulled over and

to buy a pack

carried the scent

mirror,

quickly came to a halt/in front of the

go back and rest first. I’ll go to the front desk and get another room.”

“Is there a vacant room

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didn’t utter a word; he simply walked toward

Her room was on the ninth floor, while Tiffany’s on the tenth. She bid Tiffany farewell before

was

lay down on the bed. It

sleep first, planning to take a bath when she woke up in the morning.

reasons unknown, that alternating sensation of cold

intense than

she thought the window had been left ajar, and she got up intending to check it. But the moment

being

pushed the door open