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.

with pressing matters. Even if I were to agree to help, I

Joseph responded after considering her logical explanation, his previously dimmed expression suddenly brightening. “Ms. Thorne, any small amount of your time would suffice.

if he were

administrators that you’re quite the favorite among your female classmates. It would surely disappoint them if you were

good thing we

gap between them of seven to eight years meant their perspectives on Harborbrook Fifth High School varied significantly. The school Lysander remembered was not as aesthetically pleasing as it currently appeared, with its upgraded sports facilities and academic buildings, not to mention the sophisticated

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

Lysander, being adults, found common ground

listened quietly, suddenly interjected with a cheeky remark, “Hey, are you

Josiah simply stared, speechless.

“Ms. Thorne, this gentleman is older

she murmured in

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

as he blinked innocently before turning to

she began to reminisce 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

fashion sense. Nowadays, he’s rarely seen in black. More often, he opts for vibrant pink shirts or red T–shirts, which are

a significant change,” Lysander

jovial

that cartoon character from the meme. Mainly because he stopped hiding in the building to catch students late for evening study and began patrolling the sports fields to

story, adding a vividness

a dedicated teacher. His strictness is a testament to his commitment to

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

“Good”

visited the old grounds yesterday, I

deep respect for Owen. Effortlessly, she visualized the scene from her time in school, noting, “When

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