Jessica watched her father leave, her eyes brimming with grievance and shock.
This is the first time he ever blew up at me, and because of that woman named Roxanne to boot! What exactly is so great about her that everyone is siding with her?
When she recalled Roxanne’s interaction with Jack that night, her temper spiked.
Coupled with the fact that she was just lectured by her father, she lost all her appetite. With a dark expression on her face, she slammed her fork onto the table.
“Ms. Hightower—” the housekeeper murmured worriedly upon noticing that she hadn’t eaten at all.
No sooner had she spoken than the person in front of her snapped her head back viciously. Jabbing a finger in her face, Jessica lambasted, “Even you want to control me now? Who do you think you are? Shut up!”
The housekeeper’s face flushed bright red at the severe censure. She went wholly silent.
Only when Jessica had finished lashing out and whirled around to stalk up the stairs did she dare to straighten up. She then cleared the dining table without daring to utter a single word.
Jessica returned to her bedroom, looking all grim. As she recalled her father’s words earlier, resentment glinted in her eyes.
He wants me to apologize to that b*tch? Hah, that’s impossible! But since he already made himself clear, I’m afraid I’d have to meet her anyway.
The mere thought of having to meet Roxanne again caused a wave of disgust to wash over her.
Roxanne assumed that the list of partners would only be announced by the Damaris family in a few days. Little did she expect to receive Larry’s call the next morning, right after she woke up.
Hence, she answered the phone groggily. “Have you seen it? The Damaris family has released the list of partners.” Larry’s voice rang out the moment the call connected. His words jolted Roxanne awake. “Why so sudden?”
I’m not ready yet. Larry chuckled. “I’m as clueless as you are. However, I heard that there’ll be a commencement event in two days in the form of a press conference. Therefore, we had better be prepared, as reporters nowadays can be very demanding. Who knows what sort of questions will be thrown out by them, especially toward someone new like you who doesn’t have any background.”
The grateful Roxanne replied, “Thanks for giving me the heads-up, Larry. I’ll make the necessary preparations.”
Nonetheless, Larry quickly followed up. “Anyway, congratulations, Dr. Jarvis. Your reputation in this country has finally gained some traction.”
Roxanne pursed her lips into a smile. “I hope that I won’t let everyone down.”
“I’m sure you won’t,” Larry reassured her.
As the purpose of Larry’s call was to compliment her, both of them exchange further pleasantries before ending it.
Subsequently, Roxanne, still having trouble accepting the fact, sat on her bed with her legs crossed while checking the morning news.
Just as expected, she saw the news relating to the Damaris family’s project where the list of partners was also attached.
On that list, her name was right below Larry’s, followed by Daniel and other famous doctors within the country.
In spite of that, Roxanne—staring at the list—was still a bundle of nerves, for she had joined as someone new.
Therefore, in the eyes of the public, she was someone without a track record in the medical field.
Even though she was used to being seen through colored lenses, the skepticism toward her this time would probably be amplified by a thousand times.
All of sudden, Roxanne didn’t know how she was supposed to face the situation.
It was when she felt unsettled that her phone rang again.
Getting a grip on herself, Roxanne glanced down at her phone and saw Harvey’s name on the caller ID.
“I heard that you have been appointed as one of the partners of the Damaris family?” Harvey, who was overseas all this while, seldom followed the local news.
If he hadn’t seen the list announced today, he would be oblivious to what was going on.
Having not heard from her professor in a very long time, Roxanne’s face lit up in joy. “You heard it already? I had only wanted to tell you once everything is set.”
Harvey smiled as he sidestepped her reply. “Well done. Anyway, I’ve gone through the list and saw many local pioneers there. Compared to them, you and Larry are relatively more inexperienced.”
His comment struck a chord with Roxanne’s insecurities, triggering a dejected expression to descend upon her face.
Given how well Harvey knew his student, he could imagine her reaction without even looking. Thus, he—with a smile—consoled her, “Having said that, you don’t have to feel anxious about the matter, as I have confidence in your capabilities. Besides, you’re a student of the great Harvey Lambert. If anyone dares to doubt you, you can get them to see me.”
Harvey’s words succeeded in reassuring Roxanne. “I understand. Thank you, Professor Lambert. I won’t disappoint you.”
Meanwhile, the news naturally didn’t escape Jessica’s attention.
At the sight of Roxanne’s name on the list, a gloomy expression appeared on her face.
That woman is not only working with Jack but also has her name listed so close to the top.
Jessica couldn’t help but recall the distance between Roxanne and Jack’s seats the other night.
What has she done to deserve it?
After staring at Roxanne’s name for a long time, an insidious look flashed across her eyes.
I’ll reveal her true colors for everyone to see since she is nothing more than a pretty face. I have no idea what she has done to Jack for him to think so highly of her, and I can’t believe how big-headed she has become. When I finally expose her, she’ll no longer be able to show her face in the local medical industry anymore. When that happens, Jack will never be able to be together with her regardless of how much he likes that pretty face of hers!
Just imagining how Roxanne was ridiculed by the public was enough to spark a sense of elation within Jessica.
Now that she had figured out her plan, the grim-looking Jessica made a few calls.
In the afternoon, Stephen’s expression drastically darkened at the sight of Jessica’s empty seat.
After all, he had gone all out to obtain an opportunity to seek Lucian’s forgiveness.
Little did he expect that after all that he had done, his plans were foiled by his own daughter.
Regardless of how much effort he put in, it would be all for naught if Jessica refused to apologize.
At that moment, given how late his daughter was to lunch, it was clear that she had no intention of showing any remorse.
Just as Stephen’s frustration began to set in, the sound of footsteps could be heard from upstairs, followed by Jessica emerging from the corner of the stairs.
The sight of her elicited a sigh of relief from Stephen. Subsequently, his tone was very much eased when he spoke. “Have you given the matter I told you some thought?”
His words caused Jessica’s expression to darken momentarily before recovering its usual calm. Smiling obediently, she replied, “Since that’s what you want, I have no choice even if it’s against my wishes. So, instead of delaying it any further, can you help me ask Ms. Jarvis if she’s free tonight?”
The relieved Stephen answered, “All right. I’ll check with her.”
New Book: Back Home to Marry Off Myself
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