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.

also sensed that his treatment of the senior–year student was somewhat harsh. She conveyed. gently, “At this time, I’m preoccupied with pressing matters. Even if I were to agree to help, I may not be able to assist you timely. Additionally, my expertise does not align with your academic needs.

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

seemed almost as if he were wagging an

“I’ve been informed by your school administrators that you’re quite the favorite among your female classmates. It would surely disappoint them

young again. I remember how deafening the cheers were. It’s a good thing we have indoor courts. now. It seems you’ve

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

the youth nowadays are remarkably liberal in their thinking and

Lysander, being adults, found common ground in their

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

Josiah simply stared, speechless.

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

she murmured

explains why you talk in such an old- fashioned manner, just like my

innocently before turning to

be approaching retirement by now, right? I recall when I started at Harborbrook Fifth High School, he had just been promoted to dean.

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

does seem like a significant change,” Lysander

expressive manner and jovial tone, began discussing recent happenings involving

the Irritable Husky, kind of like 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 catch young couples in the

he spoke, his hands animated the story, adding

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

a well–trained pet, “Understood, Ms. Thorne. I won’t refer to him in that

“Good”

yesterday, I thought about how the

she

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