The Charming Ex-Wife

Chapter 507 Marriage Is Absolutely Worthless

Nieve stared at Josiah thoughtfully. “Ms. Thorne’s friend?”

“Correct

“What’s your relationship with her friend that brought you here to find me personally?”

In his arms, Aurora was still wide–eyed, filled with curiosity about the world around her. Josiah shifted his. position to hold her more comfortably. He also pulled her tiny dress downward to straighten it out.

“She has nothing to do with me.” Josiah gestured toward Lysander with his chin. “However, she has helped Lysander a lot.”

Nieva shook her head, chuckling lightly. “Oh, returning a favor.”

“Yes, you could say that.”

Nieva became serious. “How much is needed?”

In a few brief words, Josiah explained the situation about Daphne’s family. “The company’s bank loan has been fully repaid, but as you are well aware, it takes some capital to make a comeback.”

Nieva scanned Josiah from head to toe with a peculiar gaze and said, “That’s odd. You could have easily handled this situation yourself. It would have been much more convenient than seeking my help. Is there something else going on here that I should know about?”

Josiah cradled Aurora in his arms, leaning gently against the backrest as he spoke. “I’ve transferred some money, but I suspect she has her reservations. She probably won’t use it.”

After hearing everything, Nieva did not immediately express her stance. Instead, she fell into silence for a

moment.

As Josiah was helping Daphne, Lysander chimed in, “My friend’s family business has always been stable. However, an elder in the family got ill and had to stay abroad temporarily, leading to this urgent situation. I understand that investing certainly carries risks, and I can’t guarantee that it will definitely be profitable and won’t incur losses. But what I can promise is that my friend will certainly do their best.”

interesting” Nieva chuckled lightly. “This is the first time I’ve heard such an honest

She’s used to speaking plainly and doesn’t understand the intricacies of the business world. Everything she says is

you, the more the money,

She’s just starting out

was having a conversation

was joking. Naturally, Josiah didn’t take offense. He made a gesture and said,

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didn’t seem

getting started in this field and don’t understand many things. I am sorry if I made a

with Mr. Guerra’s backing. I have no concerns. Given the relationship between our families, even if your friend loses money, Mr. Guerra would cover it. I am just curious–since your friend is important to you and

sighed, looking a bit resigned. “it is a

seemed even more curions. “Is

he called her and answered honestly, “If she knew the investment was from me, she would probably be happier

immediately burst out laughing without any regard. “No way, how on earth did you manage to offend her? She would rather refuse the

helplessly. “I made some mistakes in the past that I haven’t been forgiven for. I am trying to improve my standing with her

but then grew serious. “I should give you this favor, but since most of the

expression turned somber, a fleeting sadness that was real

“I understand. You might not have full authority over investments right now. I won’t ask

quickly, though with some irritation. “It is

something Josiah was aware of. He remained silent, and Lysander didn’t feel it was

and

her eyes. “He got what he wanted, and I got what I wanted. We’ve both

slightly. “It

saying I can’t judge people