Chapter 176 Riding Shotgun
As Lysander observed, Zachary’s complexion took on a deeper hue of red, and his hands awkwardly shifted about, searching for a suitable resting place. She offered a soothing hum of understanding, gently reassuring him, “There’s no need to feel embarrassed. Back when I was working at the hospital, it wasn’t uncommon for patients to try and set me up. I’ve grown quite accustomed to it by now.”
Zachary, visibly relieved by her tranquil handling of the situation, managed a smile and suggested, “Let’s head to the car, and then we can go look for Michelle.”
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Lysander checked her watch and noted that Michelle had missing for over two hours now. They had initially agreed on a three–hour window, yet she was still unable to reach her on her phone.
“Do you have any idea where Michelle might be?”
Zachary responded with a thoughtful click of his tongue, “There’s a particular place she might be.”
Confident in his judgment, Lysander made her way to the vehicle, intent on entering. As she reached for the backseat door handle, Zachary paused and invited, “Why don’t you come sit in the front with me?”
“Why?”
“When I went to start the car earlier in the parking lot, a water truck passed by. I forgot to roll up the rear window, and now the entire back seat is completely drenched.”
Lysander peered inside and confirmed that the back seats, made not of leather but a soft fabric, were indeed thoroughly soaked, rendering them unusable for seating at the moment.
Lost in thought, Lysander didn’t notice Zachary had already exited the car and was now holding open the passenger door for her. “Get in,” he urged.
As she lifted her head to meet his gaze, Zachary suddenly seemed flustered. “What’s wrong?” he asked.
“Zachary, do you realize what riding shotgun might imply?” Lysander questioned lightly.
Zachary quickly dismissed any underlying implications with a shake of his head, “Don’t read too much into it. The water truck incident was just an accident. Several cars around were affected, it wasn’t targeted or anything… Besides, such significances aren’t determined by a single car ride. Don’t worry about it.”
Even after several years apart, Zachary hadn’t changed much from the person Lysander remembered five years earlier.
From his childhood, he was a standout in science and engineering, particularly physics, often leading his class and even winning the National Physics Contest. His mother, Camila, never missed an opportunity to boast about his achievements.
Yet, he also displayed typical traits often associated with male students in engineering and sciences.
He was straightforward and a bit awkward, lacking finesse in small talk or flattering higher–ups, and was even more inept at engaging with women. Sometimes, he seemed naive, focused solely on his work, oblivious to the cunning maneuvers of the corporate world.
Crucially, he was an open book when it came to his thoughts.
Ever since his mother inadvertently revealed some family intentions earlier that day, his cheeks had been a persistent shade of red, extending to his ears and neck, betraying his embarrassment. This made him stumble
Chapter 176 Riding Shotgun
Despite not being the type to whisper sweet nothings or charm women effortlessly, he undeniably had the qualities of a decent husband, even if devoid of romantic love.
“Lysander?”
“Mm.” No longer resisting. Lysander climbed into the passenger seat..
Zachary seemed genuinely pleased, his movements brisk as he closed the door for her and hurried back to the driver’s side.
The car blended into the flow of traffic, and a slight smile lingered on his lips. “Are you… comfortable sitting
there?”
Lysander’s brow furrowed slightly.
Realizing how his question might have come across, Zachary quickly amended, “I mean, how do you find the car’s seats? The space, the size, and everything?”
Understanding his intent, Lysander nodded. “It’s quite comfortable.”
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Chapters 692 693 ans 694 are impossible to read. Not sure if there was an issue with translation.but the words do not make sense..impossible to follow story line...
I cant get over the fact that the writer is trying to show as if the male lead has committed a grave sin. First he didnt know she was pregnant because she never told him. Second right from the start she never communicated anything. She was unbothered even during her marriage. I am not saying the male lead is great but atleast he seems like a human with emotions unlike her. And there is no context for why she is so emotionless....
The female lead is not charming but an unbothered b word, there is a very big difference. There is no point of extending this story at all because even if you write 1000+ chapters at 1001 the male lead would still be doing everything for her and she wouldnt bat an eye even if someone killed him. I mean honestly either the start should have been written better where we do understand that she was deeply affected because of her divorce or just STOPPPPP. Even for fiction it is annoying....