Chapter 603 – Her Sudden Departure: A Tale of Love and Redemption (Lucian & Roxanne)

“Lucian will never notice me as long as that b*tch is still alive!” There was nothing but craziness in Aubree’s eyes. “Besides, he already suspects me. It won’t be long before he finds out what happened if she fans the flames.”

Lucian already suspects her? Frieda and Cory’s expressions shifted. “Why do you think so?” Frieda asked. Cory’s face hardened. “You didn’t tell me about. that!” He might have behaved differently if he had known Lucian was onto them.

Aubree paid no heed to their responses and continued, “I don’t know what that b*tch did to Essie, but it was annoying when Essie cried and screamed after finding out she was sick.”

I will have my revenge on that little b*tch when I am married into the Farwell family. Frieda was puzzled at the mention of Estella. “Didn’t you say your relationship with Essie has improved? Why is she still reliant on Roxanne?”

Aubree became irate. “That b*tch snuck off to the kindergarten to see Essie! Lucian would not have suspected me if it weren’t for what happened that day!”

The three of them looked at each other. Frieda finally spoke after a lengthy silence, “Roxanne is our biggest threat now, but talking about murder is outrageous.”

Aubree gave her a peeved look. “What would you have me do, then? Give up what I have now and wait until Lucian finds out it was us behind everything?”

Frieda sensed Aubree’s fury seething and smiled placatingly. “I understand your concern. None of us wants to be implicated, but we are left with no choice once we commit murder. Besides, Roxanne still commands significant influence in the medical field.”

We will be in deep water when her unexpected death rouses suspicion. I’m not following Aubree down the path of insanity!

Frieda fought a surge of annoyance at Aubree and continued earnestly, “We still have ways to keep them apart. There is no need to take such a huge risk.”

Aubree frowned. “You have other ideas?” “Don’t forget that Roxanne is close with Jack, and we still haven’t yet taken advantage of that.” Frieda’s eyes glinted with a cold light. Jack…

A thoughtful look crossed Aubree’s face as she contemplated their relationship. Indeed, I haven’t really given it a thought. Maybe Roxanne’s poisoning is an opportunity granted by God!

Both of their line of thought coincided. “Now that Roxanne is in the hospital, Mr. Damaris should be beside himself with worry. Why don’t we nudge things along by having him visit her?” Frieda suggested slowly.

Aubree already had her phone out when she finished speaking and typing out a text to Jack. Frieda drew in a relieved breath when Aubree’s homicidal intentions were momentarily diverted.

One could only hope that she would not do anything rash that would take them down with her, but Frieda was still cautious. “Don’t worry, Aubree. No matter what, you still have Mr. Zaythrone and me. Roxanne is all alone and. would not be a match against us. You will be Mrs. Farwell one day!”

Aubree could almost taste revenge at the thought of Jack showing up later and nodded firmly at Frieda.

On the other hand, Jonathan had made it to the top floor. Lucian was waiting outside the ward after. sending Estella back to her ward. “How is Dr. Jarvis now? How did she get poisoned all of a sudden?”

Jonathan had been to Roxanne’s research institute, so he knew full well that the personnel and equipment there were up to safety standards. As such, he believed a poisoning incident like this shouldn’t even happen at all..

Since Lucian was facing his own friend, he was able to drop his guard and said in an exhausted voice, “I’m not sure. She doesn’t know how it happened either.”

Jonathan decided not to press on when he saw the frustrated look in Lucian’s eyes. “May I visit her?”

Lucian glanced at the ward and hesitated for a bit before nodding in response. “I’m not sure if she’s awake, but you can go in and see her if you’d like.”

Roxanne’s mind was filled with Lucian’s words. from earlier, so she was wide awake when the two of them entered the ward. Unsure of how she would face Lucian, she decided to avoid him by closing her eyes and pretending to be asleep..

“Dr. Jarvis?” Jonathan called out to her softly. Realizing that he was here to visit her, Roxanne hesitated for a few seconds before opening her eyes. “Mr. Queen?”

Jonathan breathed a sigh of relief when he saw that she was awake. “Oh, thank goodness! I was about to leave because I thought you were asleep.”

Roxanne let out a nervous chuckle and tried her best to avoid looking at Lucian, who was standing next to him…

Naturally, Lucian had seen through what she was thinking and kept quiet as he stood there. “How are you feeling?” Jonathan asked. worriedly.

Roxanne flashed him a grateful smile as she replied, “I’m all right. Just a little tired, that’s all. Sorry for making you worry.”

Jonathan frowned slightly when he heard that. “Oh, come on, there’s no need for you to apologize! I didn’t dare tell my grandfather about this because I doubt his heart can take it. You may think of this as me visiting you on his behalf. I came here in a hurry, so I didn’t have time to buy you a gift basket or anything.”

Roxanne burst out laughing when she heard that. “By the way, do you really not know how this incident happened?” Jonathan continued. Roxanne lowered her gaze and shook her head in response.

She felt as though someone had caused it, but the experiment was only managed by Jack, Colby, and herself. Jack was a member of the Damaris family and the person in charge of the experiment, so he had no reason to sabotage it.

Having known Colby for many years, Roxanne knew he was a dependable person and didn’t think he would do such a thing either.

Besides, Colby was the first to notice something was wrong with the experiment, so it was unlikely that he had sabotaged it.

Jonathan stared at her doubtfully as he figured Roxanne would surely know something about it. However, he also knew that he was in no position to press her for answers if she didn’t feel like talking.

After a few seconds of awkward silence, Jonathan let out a casual chuckle and said, “This sure is a mystery! Well, since this incident occurred in your research institute, I’ll let you handle it when you’re all better. For now, all you have to do is focus on making a speedy recovery!”

Roxanne simply forced a smile at him in response. “All right, I’ll be taking my leave now so you can get some rest,” Jonathan continued and waved goodbye at her.

Roxanne nodded and watched as he walked out the door. Her gaze then fell upon Lucian as she wondered if he was the one to get Jonathan to ask her those questions earlier.

Lucian, who was on his way out of the ward as well, paused and turned around when he noticed her staring at him.

Realizing that he had caught her in the act, Roxanne quickly retracted her gaze and pulled the blanket over herself to hide her awkwardness.

“Lucian, I think there’s more to this than meets the eye,” Jonathan said when he stepped out of the ward. He still believed that someone must have sabotaged the experiment, but he couldn’t think of anyone in the research institute who hated Roxanne enough to do such a thing..

The look in Lucian’s eyes turned gloomy as he replied, “I feel the same way, but now isn’t the time to pursue this matter.”

All that mattered to him at the moment was helping Roxanne get better as soon as possible. Jonathan nodded. “I know what you’re concerned about, but this isn’t entirely a bad thing.”

Lucian frowned in confusion when he heard that. Jonathan flashed him a meaningful smile as he said, “The last time we had a drink, you told me that you wanted to break up with Dr. Jarvis. I wonder how do you feel about that now?”

Lucian let out a sigh and said in a deep voice, “Regardless of what I feel, this isn’t a decision I can make on my own.”

I’ve done so much for Roxanne, and yet, she doesn’t seem to be warming up to me at all.

“At the very least, you are now certain of the place that Dr. Jarvis holds in your heart. Well? Do you think you can let her go?” Jonathan asked with an eyebrow arched.

Lucian shuddered when he heard that. Am I really able to let Roxanne go? I still remember how I felt when I saw her unconscious today. I really haven’t gotten over her….

Jonathan breathed a sigh of relief when he saw the changes in Lucian’s expressions and knew he had confirmed his feelings toward Roxanne.

“Anyway, I’m glad to see that Dr. Jarvis is okay. You need to put extra effort into ensuring her safety.”

Regardless of why the culprit sabotaged the experiment, it was highly likely that they would strike again. As such, everyone would have to keep their guard up at all times.

Lucian nodded with a solemn look on his face. “I will.”

Jonathan gave him a pat on the shoulder. “Dr. Jarvis needs someone to keep her company, so you should head back inside. I’ll take my leave now to avoid disturbing you two. Is there anything else you need my help with?”

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