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.

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

dimmed expression suddenly brightening. “Ms. Thorne, any small amount of

were

been informed by your school administrators that you’re quite the

how deafening the cheers were. It’s a good thing we have indoor courts. now. It seems you’ve got quite a few

remembered was not as aesthetically pleasing as it currently appeared, with its upgraded sports

nowadays are remarkably liberal in their thinking and actions,

found common ground

having listened quietly, suddenly interjected with a cheeky remark, “Hey, are you really the same age as Ms. Thome? You sound

Josiah simply stared, speechless.

further, “Ms. Thorne, this gentleman is older than you, isn’t

she murmured

knew it! That explains why you talk in such an old- fashioned manner,

shifted to Josiah’s furrowed brow as he blinked innocently before turning to address

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. I

a hint of surprise, “That’s quite a change in his fashion sense. Nowadays, he’s rarely seen in black. More often, he opts for vibrant pink shirts or red

a significant change,” Lysander

his expressive manner and jovial tone, began discussing recent happenings

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

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

testament to his commitment

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

“Good”

yesterday,

Owen. Effortlessly, she visualized the scene from her time in school, noting,

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