Roxanne snapped back to her senses when she realized that her words had caused Lucian to cast his doubt on Colby.
She tried to explain, “This incident has nothing to do with them. We’ve already looked into this. Turns out, someone bribed one of the researchers at the institute to go in and set the fire…”
Unexpectedly, Lucian’s expression darkened further the more she tried to explain. “Well, who else could have done this except Jack?” Words eluded Roxanne once again.
She knew there was some truth in his words. After all, there was only a handful of people in Horington who was capable of finding out the background of all personnel in the research institute and bribing them in such a short period of time. The same goes for the people that were involved in the project.
Before this, Roxanne had always suspected Lucian to have had a hand in this. As such, she didn’t entertain the possibility that it could have been someone else.
However, now that she had eliminated all her doubts about Lucian, Jack was looking more and more to be the culprit. Nonetheless, she was still of the opinion that Jack had no reason to do such a thing.
“It seems like you trust him very much,” Lucian scoffed. “Your trust in Colby is built through years of cooperation, but what about Jack? How long have you known each other? Do you really know him that well?”
Roxanne felt her heart start to waver after hearing Lucian’s words. However, she couldn’t help but think that his tone sounded rather odd. He is indeed suspecting Jack to be the culprit, but why does his last sentence…
Roxanne mulled over it for a moment when she suddenly thought of something, and a touch of surprise flashed across her eyes.
Before this, Lucian kept losing his temper with me because I was getting too close to Jack. Naturally, he’s pissed off about the same thing this time as well. He’s probably angry that I’m defending Jack. Wait… Could he be… jealous of Jack?
Just as that thought flashed into her mind, Roxanne snapped back to her senses and glanced at Lucian uneasily before retracting her gaze.
Somehow, I can’t associate the word jealous with the man before me. It’s simply impossible for Lucian to feel jealousy.
Nonetheless, now that the thought was in Roxanne’s mind, it was like it had taken root and she couldn’t get rid of it. As a result, she no longer dared to meet Lucian’s eyes.
Her breath hitched as she said, “Although it’s true that I don’t know Jack that well, I just can’t find any reason to doubt him since he’s the project leader.”
Seemingly satisfied with her statement, Lucian gave a soft snort in response. After hesitating for a while, Roxanne made up her mind. “Since we have different opinions, we’ll let the evidence speak for itself.”
She finally had the courage to look Lucian in the eyes as she added, “What do you think of my suggestion, Mr. Farwell?”
Seeing how Roxanne was still unwilling to doubt Jack but was sensible enough to make a concession with him, Lucian felt his anger subside slightly. “Fine, I’ll go along with it. I’ll show you the evidence so that you can see what kind of a person he really is.”
Roxanne nodded. “The truth is all I want. Anyway, Dr. Galloway is in charge of the research institute, so I’ll tell him to give you free rein during this period of time in order for you to look into this matter.”
Lucian agreed to it without saying anything. more. It could be said that the two of them had reached an agreement. As promised, the first thing that Roxanne did was give Colby a call.
It took a while before the latter answered.
The moment the call was connected, Colby’s apologetic and helpless voice rang out. “Dr. Jarvis, how are you doing? I’m sorry, I should have paid you a visit earlier, but I really have no idea where Mr. Farwell has taken you.”
Hearing that, Roxanne subconsciously glanced at the man beside her.
All she knew was that Lucian was the one who brought her to the hospital. As for what happened during and after she fell unconscious, she had no clue about it.
Judging from Colby’s words, I’m guessing Lucian must have done something unpleasant when he took me away.
Lucian frowned, but he didn’t try to explain, for he thought that there was no need for him to give an explanation just because of Colby’s words.
Seeing that, Roxanne could only retract her gaze. She then said to Colby, “I’m fine now, thank you for your concern, Dr. Galloway.”
Colby’s voice was still tinged with guilt when he said, “What happened yesterday was too sudden. Several researchers were more or less affected by it. As a result, I have been so busy since yesterday that I forgot to call you. This is wrong of me…”
Roxanne could imagine the chaos that must have ensued in the research institute after she collapsed. Coupled with the leakage of toxic gases, she reckoned some may have even been poisoned.
With me being in a coma and hospitalized, I’m sure Colby must be feeling exhausted trying to clean up the mess all alone for one whole day.
With that thought in mind, Roxanne said apologetically, “I’m sorry. I was too careless and caused you trouble again.”
Hearing Roxanne’s apology, there was a flash of smugness in Colby’s eyes, but his tone was full of concern. “As long as you get better, it doesn’t matter how tired I get. I thought… Forget it. Let’s not talk about this. Why did you call?”
Uneasy, Roxanne said, “I’m afraid I’ll have to continue to trouble you.” Colby was busy since yesterday after she fell unconscious.
Recently, they needed to carry out an investigation. Due to that, they had to ask for Colby’s help to grant them free rein. For everything Colby had done, Roxanne felt nothing but sorry for him.
Colby, on the other end of the phone, was working overtime at the research institute, handling the surveillance footage of the research facility.
He froze momentarily when he heard what Roxanne said but soon returned to normal. “What is it? Go on. I’ll try my best to help.”
Roxanne said with a grateful smile, “Mr. Farwell. and I want to investigate yesterday’s incident. In the process, we will need permission to access the research institute. Thus, we’ll need some help from you.”
At that, Colby became tense and felt his throat tighten.
He was fine with Roxanne carrying out an investigation but didn’t expect Lucian to be involved. I only asked Lucian to come yesterday to watch him fight with Jack, not to investigate me. It will be trouble if Lucian intervenes.
Colby wasn’t confident to hide the truth from Lucian’s discerning eyes. “Dr. Galloway?” Roxanne urged in confusion. since she didn’t receive a reply from him.
Colby abruptly returned to his senses and tried to sound calm. “I’m sorry. I was up all night yesterday, so I zoned out. All right, I got it. Feel
free to tell me when you need help.”
Without sparing another thought, Roxannel thanked him politely, “Thank you, and have at good rest.”
Absent-mindedly, Colby promised to help her. After a few seconds, he hung up the phone. When the two were on the phone, Lucian. listened to their conversation at the side the whole time.
He found Colby’s response slightly strange. However, a nobody like Colby wasn’t significant enough to bother him, so he didn’t give it much thought. He brushed it off and took it as his lack of sleep.
“I’ve already told Dr. Galloway.”
Roxanne’s voice sounded from the ward. “This matter cannot be delayed. If someone did plan it, that person would have more time to destroy the evidence if we delay. Let’s start the investigation as soon as possible.”
Naturally, Lucian was well aware of this simple theory. “I know. I’ll start to investigate after you rest.”
In response, Roxanne frowned. “I want to join the investigation too. After all, this happened. because of me. I’m the victim, so I can’t do nothing and wait.”
Moreover, no matter what Lucian was thinking, Roxanne was worried about letting him investigate by himself because he was. prejudiced against Jack.
Lucian saw through her thoughts and narrowed his eyes in displeasure. “Are you worried I would fabricate evidence against Jack?”
Hearing that, Roxanne’s eyes flashed with a hint of guilt, but she quickly concealed that. “I just think it will be fairer that way.”
Lucian sneered, “I understand what you mean, but your condition doesn’t allow you to do that. The specialist advised you to rest in the hospital for a few days. So, that’s what you should do.
Don’t worry. I only want to find the real culprit who hurt you, although I’m suspicious of Jack. I’ll deal with him later!” The two were stunned by his words.
Surprised, Roxanne looked at Lucian. She felt more triggered by what he said just now than when he told her he wanted to court her back then.
New Book: Back Home to Marry Off Myself
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