The Charming Ex-Wife

Chapter 662 I Am More Than Capable

Rhizone emerged from the lake, his clothes completely soaked through, but the presence of his catch transformed his usual timid presence into one of pride. He eagerly exclaimed, “I caught this fish myself. I need to go tell my mom!” His voice carried a new sense of ambition, reflecting the pride children often feel when they accomplish something significant.

Lysander couldn’t help but smile at the boy’s enthusiasm. “All right then, make it quick and remember to change your clothes.”

Like a swift breeze. Rhizone hurried off, delivering the fish to the kitchen before quickly returning in fresh attire. He managed only a brief exchange of greetings with Lysander and the others before dashing back to assist in the kitchen.

Shortly after, the alluring scent of fish stew began to fill the courtyard.

Feeling a bit restless after sitting indoors for a while, Lysander and Josiah decided to step outside to enjoy the view of the lotus flowers blooming in the lake.

As they meandered behind the kitchen wall, they overheard a woman speaking tenderly to the children. “Last time, all the fish in the lake were poisoned and died. We tried introducing new fry afterward, but none survived. It took quite some time for the water quality to improve enough to support fish again. There are still hardly any fish, almost none at all. We’ll serve the fish to the guests first tonight, but I will cook you guys some eggs instead.”

Nilou and Rhizone were almost overwhelmed by the delicious aroma of the fish stew, but upon hearing their mother’s plan, they obediently nodded, their mouths watering in anticipation yet restrained.

Lysander and Josiah paused mid–stride. They then stealthily approached the lake’s edge, moving silently throughout their journey.

When lunch was called in the courtyard, the table was already adorned with three dishes and a stew. The centerpiece was a fresh fish stew, enriched with lotus root, complemented by homegrown vegetables, scrambled eggs, and a stir–fry of cured meat with dried chili and beans.

Although the meal consisted of simple country fare, it showcased the best ingredients the household hail to offer.

During the meal, Lysander and Josiah focused primarily on the vegetables accompanying their rice. As for the aromatic fish stew, they each consumed less than half a bowl before politely indicating they were full.

The woman, noticing their restraint, appeared concerned. “Is this enough? Does it not suit your taste?” she asked, her voice tinged with worry, as she herself had barely touched the food she prepared, prioritizing her guests‘ satisfaction.

of the house continued his labor in the lake, typically taking his meals alone on

“No, the fish stew smells wonderful, and the dishes are quite appetizing. but… I ate too many

plausible explanation, Josiah smoothly added, “I had quite a few while peeling them. Besides, I just had an IV for a cold yesterday, so I need to be careful with what

remaining fish and

content with his meal, happily finished his

older, seemed burdened by deeper concerns. She glanced at the fish in her bowl, then at Josiah and

asked with concern, “Nilou,

flitting toward Josiah as if she feared he might leave at any moment, and shook her head, seemingly at a

“Are you worried that

you don’t like the fish, when my dad comes back, he’ll bring lots of lotus seeds,” Nilou offered, her voice reflecting her concern

a pang of sadness for her precocious maturity, reassured her, “It’s not that we don’t enjoy the fish; we’re just genuinely full. But no matter whether we finish our meals or not, we’ll still pay. You can rest assured.”

won’t back out on this promise. Also, your father’s straw origami

hearing this, Nilou and her younger brother cheered joyfully,

the afternoon, the section of the lake not covered by lotus

after some time, and noticing Lysander

“Would

depended on the lake, including the father

with longing. Yet, she hesitated, “I don’t know

in unison, eagerly, interjecting before Lysander could decline

for further discussion, Nilou took her brother to the neighbor’s house. However, Rhizone was the only one to return. He conveyed her message as instructed, “My sister has borrowed a boat, she’ll be here

initiative, Josiah first expressed his thanks, then turned to Lysander with a reassuring smile, “It seems rowing doesn’t require much strength, even

Lysander’s confidence enough to agree, “Then, I’ll

with assurance, replied, “Don’t worry, if you don’t want to learn, you have me. I’ve learned sailing abroad