The Charming Ex-Wife

Chapter 562 Selective Hearing

A thought flickered in Josiah’s mind before his gaze subtly shifted back to Lysander. She was leisurely perusing the menu in front of her, seemingly oblivious to his words.

Clearly, she had no intention of continuing the conversation.

Immediately, Josiah straightened up and corrected, “In the future at the company, you should address her as Ms. Thorne.”

Only then did Lysander stop flipping through the menu, taking over the conversation. “You all are older than me and are my seniors. In the company, you may address me as ‘Ms. Thorne‘ due to my position, but outside of work, you can simply call me by my name, Lysander.”

Upon hearing that, all four guests shared an unspoken amusement and laughed.

So,you didn’t catch what was said just now, but you heard this one clearly?

But seeing Josiah’s behavior today, no one dared to address Lysander by her name directly.

“Understood, Ms. Thorne, please forgive us. We were a bit too quick to speak out of turn. However, addressing you by your first name seems rather disrespectful. We should stick to calling you Ms. Thorne.”

“That’s right. We’ll change how we address you when the time comes, if necessary.”

Lysander’s expression remained unchanged, she still appeared calm and composed. However, her tone abruptly turned cold as she softly interrupted, “No need to correct yourself. Let’s leave it at that.”

As soon as these words were spoken, the room fell into a silence so deep it was unnerving.

All four pairs of eyes were simultaneously drawn to Josiah, worried that their attempts to flatter him had backfired disastrously.

Could it be that the woman who managed to have such sway over Josiah wasn’t even going to be the future. Mrs. Guerra? Their curiosity about Lysander’s background was insatiable, yet they didn’t dare to ask outright.

With an especially exasperated expression, Josiah reluctantly said, “Fine, just do as Ms. Thorne suggests.”

Upon hearing this, the four of them promptly adjusted their manner of addressing Lysander.

know that you’re the only daughter of Mr. Thorne, so the company will surely be yours in the future. We’re calling you Ms. Thorne now, but who knows what changes might occur in the future. Wouldn’t you

that’s what we

profusely while simultaneously studying Lysander’s reactions, terrified that she might

Lysander knew the truth. They weren’t really trying to please her. Clearly, they were afraid of

about it when the

subtly moving past the matter at

the remaining four people surmised that there might be more to the story between Josiah and her. Quickly, they changed the subject,

right.” Josiah rotated the lazy Susan so the menu was in front of Lysander. “See if there’s

take it, saying. “Let the

They collectively waved their hands and said, “We will

pursed her lips before nodding. “I’m the youngest and least experienced here, so let

“No! We eat everything!”

held the menu, remaining

in the past for these individuals, who were at least executive–level management, to be terrified to

and pointed out a few dishes for them to

with six of you here, ordering only four dishes…. may

by a nutritionist, so I ordered for her separately. As for the rest of you, feel free to order whatever you like. I’m

older ones took the menu

to visit Thorne Constructions and Energies every day in the future, so I’ll have

Rest assured, Mr.

her. She’s not the type to lose her temper easily and prefers straightforward communication. Feel free

“All right.”

in the future. Lysander

and are not fond of gossiping about relationships or disputes. Rest assured, we won’t spread rumors about today’s events.”

his expression softening

the rest of the group also ordered some of the restaurant’s signature dishes, a safe and error–free

what preferences or dislikes this previously

if anything went wrong, so Josiah would likely not take his anger out on

dishes were served