Jonathan was talking to Lucian. When they heard her enter, both men turned and looked in her direction.
Getting to his feet, Jonathan greeted with a smile, “Dr. Jarvis.”
Roxanne nodded in acknowledgment. However, she started panicking when she saw the man situing next to Jonathan.
In that instant, all she wanted was to leave.
Then again, it would make her look awkward.
Roxanne stood at the door and did not know what to do.
On the other end, Lucian was sitting in the private room with a deadpan expression. He stared at Roxanne like a beast targeting its prey.
In that instant, the atmosphere of the room became very tense.
Noticing something was amiss, Jonathan bumped Lucian on his arm discreetly before explaining to Roxanne with an innocent smile, “When I got here, Lucian has just finished his appointment, so I invited him along since all of us know one another. Dr. Jarvis, you don‘t mind, do you?”
Outwardly, he seemed to be seeking Roxanne‘s permission. However, in truth, Roxanne did not have a choice.
Since Lucian was already there, it would not be nice if she asked him to leave.
Furthermore, Jonathan had no idea about them. If she showed an aversion toward Lucian, Jonathan might start asking questions.
Roxanne had no wish for anyone to probe her about what had transpired between her and Lucian.
The two men did not know what was on her mind; they only saw her dimmed expression. Noticing that there was no response from her, the two men exchanged glances.
At that moment, Jonathan regretted his decision to bring Lucian along. He realized that it might have been too abrupt. I hope I don‘t cause more problems between the two of them…
With the same deadpan expression on his face, Lucian got up and said, “Since Dr. Jarvis is here, I won‘t disturb the two of you.”
With that, he was about to leave.
It was only then that Roxanne returned to her senses and uttered, “Wait. You‘re a friend of Mr. Queen, Mr. Farwell, so you‘re always welcome. Please take a seat and join us for dinner.”
Ignoring their responses, Roxanne proceeded to sit down in front of Jonathan.
When Jonathan saw that Lucian was still standing there, he stated quickly, “Lucian, since Dr. Jarvis doesn‘t mind, join us. Recently, Dr. Jarvis‘ research institute has encountered some problems. You may be able to help her!”
Lucian merely frowned before sitting down.
Since Roxanne did not run away upon seeing him, he decided to stay on as well.
However, Roxanne acted as if Lucian was not there after inviting him to join them. When the dishes were served, she raised her glass and remarked, “Thank you for helping me out with the herb suppliers, Mr. Queen.”
Jonathan did not make a big deal out of it. Clinking glasses with her, he re welcome, Dr. Jarvis. I‘m not the only one who has helped you with regard to this issue.”
Upon hearing that, Roxanne frowned, as she did not understand what he meant.
Jonathan was about to say more when someone glared at him.
Sensing Lucian‘s stare, Jonathan acted as if nothing happened and changed to another topic. “If your research institute isn‘t that great, those herb suppliers won‘t be bothered with me. So, I think you have yourself to thank. Your abilities are outstanding.”
Roxanne smiled when she heard that. “Have the herb suppliers come to a decision yet? If necessary, I can speak with them personally.”
After all, they would be working with her research institute even though they were doing that as a favor to Jonathan.
She would be the best person to explain the situation at the research institute.
However, Jonathan shook his head. “There will be no need to. A few of them have already agreed to cooperate with your research institute. However, you will still need to discuss the business proposal with them in detail.”
In other words, the deal had been sealed. All she needed to do now was to discuss the proposal with the herb suppliers.
Seemingly pleased, Roxanne let out a sigh of relief. The issue with the herb suppliers had been bothering her for a long iime. She could finally relax.
The moment she resolved the issue for the research institute, she could relocate overseas with Archie and Benny without any worries.
No one would ever give her any problems again.
With that thought in mind, Roxanne subconsciously turned to look at Lucian.
However, she met his unfathomable gaze, and it startled ber.
Lucian had yet to start eating. In fact, he had been listening to their conversation all the while.
Since they were talking about business, he wanted to see Roxanne‘s reaction.
He realized that she gradually relaxed as the discussion about the research institute went on.
That was when his eyes dimmed. Once again, Roxanne had been under immense pressure, and he was not aware of it.
When Roxanne turned io look at him, he failed to look away in time.
Their gazes met for a long time before Roxanne returned to her senses. Clenching her fists hard, she averted his gaze.
Her heart skipped a beat when she thought of the way Lucian looked at her.
The notion of her going abroad made her glance at Lucian,
But why was he looking at me?
When Roxanne retracted her gaze, Lucian did the same, albeit unhappily.
Jonathan noticed the way they looked into each other‘s eyes and had the sense to say nothing.
Only after they retracted their gazes did he smile and say to Roxanne, “Those herb suppliers that I have contacted only have branch offices in Horington, but they should be able to provide a consistent flow of supply to your research institute. Is that all right with you, Dr. Jarvis?”
Pulling herself out of her reverie, Roxanne put on an appropriate smile. “Since they are introduced by you, I am confident of their capabilities. Furthermore, a small research institute like ours won‘t be requiring lots of herbs. The branch offices should be able to satisfy our demands.”
Raising his brows, Jonathan uttered, “It may be small now, but with you around, who knows what may happen in the future?”
Roxanne smiled and did not respond. Instead, she asked, “What is the plan for the business proposal with those herb suppliers?”
Right now, all she wanted was to resolve the issue before Sonya could react.
Once she settled the supply issue and left the country, she would have nothing to do with the research institute. That way, Sonya would not make things difficult for them again.
Jonathan answered her query, “Their main offices are in Summer bank. It‘s best that you go there in person whenever you‘re available, Dr. Jarvis.”
Hearing him, Roxanne agreed in a heartbeat, “I can go there anytime. Once they confirm the time, please inform me.”
Jonathan nodded.
Once the discussion regarding business was over things were a bit awkward in the private room.
Jonathan began to panic when he looked at the two of them.
Although Roxanne did not chase Lucian away, the both of them had not spoken a single word to one another.
In the end, Jonathan decided to help them.
“Lucian, how has Essie been for the past two days?” asked Jonathan innocently as he took a mouthful of food.
Both Lucian and Roxanne‘s expressions changed when they heard that.
Not expecting Jonathan to mention Estella out of the blue, Lucian instinctively glanced at Roxanne, only to see she was busy eating. Furrowing his brows, he replied unhappily, “She‘s fine, but her mood has been unstable. James has been coming to see her quite frequently.”
Ever since Estella knew that Roxanne planned to relocate to another country, it had been bothering her. Even though Estella was trying her best to get well, her mood swings were still evident.
Estella had become like that because of Roxanne Yet, the latter did not seem to care about her condition.
New Book: Back Home to Marry Off Myself
Loredana’s father left the family for his mistress, leaving them to fend for themselves abroad. When life was at its toughest, her father showed up with “good news” after 8 years of absence: To marry off Loredana to a paralyzed son of the wealthy Mendelsohn family.
Leave a Reply