The Charming Ex-Wife

Chapter 590

Chapter 590 Two Pretentious Men

“Ah?”

Josiah’s expression abruptly shifted to a more stern demeanor as he spoke for her, elaborating. “She’s been completely swamped with work obligations recently, leaving her no free time to offer tutoring services to a high school student such as yourself.”

“I wouldn’t pose any disruption to her work. She could simply tutor me at her leisure, whenever she finds a spare moment,” Joseph insisted.

“She’s not available”

“But surely there must be time during ends or holidays, right?”

“No, that won’t be possible either.”

“Ms. Thome, what kind of subpar company are you employed by that fails to provide even the basic statutory holidays? Shouldn’t such practices be reported?” Joseph exclaimed indignantly.

Lysander interjected, “The reason is simply because I choose not to take breaks. I believe it’s important for me to push myself further.”

“Ms. Thorne, that’s frankly unacceptable. Mr. Calderon has clearly stated that we must find a balance between work and relaxation,” he argued,

“I know.”

“So, does this imply that you might start taking breaks during holidays going forward? And if so, could you possibly tutor me then? In return, I can offer you massages. I’m quite skilled at it; it’s incredibly soothing…

A massage?

Josiah’s alarm was palpable as he quickly intervened, “Why don’t you tell me which subject you’re finding challenging, and I’ll find time to help you.”

Joseph appeared to be lost in his thoughts, hardly registering the conversation, his eyes wide as he stared. at Lysander, seemingly taken aback by Josiah’s stern demeanor.

preoccupied with pressing matters. Even if I were to agree to help, I may not

logical explanation, his previously dimmed expression suddenly brightening. “Ms. Thorne, any small amount of your

almost as if he were wagging

been informed by your school administrators that you’re

remember how deafening the cheers were. It’s a good thing we have indoor courts. now.

of seven to eight years meant their perspectives on Harborbrook Fifth High School varied significantly. The school Lysander remembered was

are remarkably liberal in their thinking and actions, a stark contrast to our

found common ground

quietly, suddenly interjected with a cheeky remark, “Hey, are you really the same age

Josiah simply stared, speechless.

this gentleman is older than you, isn’t

she murmured

clarity, exclaimed, “I knew it! That explains why you talk in such an old- fashioned manner, just

furrowed brow as he blinked innocently before turning to

about past school days. “Mr. Owen must be approaching retirement by now, right? I recall when I started at Harborbrook Fifth High School, he had just been promoted to dean. It’s quite remarkable that he has maintained that role for so many years.

quite a change in his fashion sense. Nowadays, he’s rarely seen in black. More often, he opts

does seem like a

manner and jovial tone, began discussing recent happenings

because he stopped hiding in the building to catch students late for evening study and began patrolling the sports fields to catch young couples in the act. He’d suddenly appear from behind

he spoke, his hands animated the story, adding a vividness

dedicated teacher. His strictness is a testament to his commitment to your education. It’s not right to speak ill of

quickly assured her with the obedience of a well–trained pet, “Understood, Ms. Thorne. I

“Good”

old grounds yesterday,

Owen. Effortlessly, she visualized the

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