Chapter 1016 – Her Sudden Departure: A Tale of Love and Redemption (Lucian & Roxanne)

Moreover, each of them was beginning to make achievements in their lives. Archie won first place in a national poetry competition and appeared on the country’s most famous TV station program, becoming the famous genius child everyone recognized.

Benny, on the other hand, led thousands of expert technicians to build a defense system when foreign hackers tried to attack the enterprise network of Chanaea’s key domestic companies. In the end, the defense stopped everything.

The government officials privately paid Benny a visit and awarded him a special medal. They told him to keep it a secret and that he could join the government’s network security department when he was older.

Estella was incredible, too. As branded kid’s clothing swept over the entire country, Snuggly became more popular. Many local celebrities’ children wore her designs, which served as free. publicity.

Even the organizer of Faulkay’s fashion week sent her several invitations, but they were rejected by Lucian. Seward and Noreen were starting to learn how to walk. With the help of their older siblings, they picked it up fast.

During Madilyn’s ten-month pregnancy, Roxanne helped out a great deal. In fact, Lorraine was not as experienced as Roxanne. After all, the latter had given birth to five. The moment the baby’s cries rang out, Jonathan, who had been waiting in the hospital corridor, was wild with joy.

His son was born. Jonathan had decided to give his son the name Harper Queen, and his nickname would be Tappy. With more children entering the world, their lives became more lively. Jonathan and Madilyn even planned to give birth to twins next year in order not to lose to Lucian and Roxanne.

Meanwhile, Elektra slowly entered a dreamlike state under James’ hypnosis. It was what she asked for when she realized there were some fragmented memories in her mind that could not be pieced together.

The most puzzling thing was that she remembered liking James since high school when all of a sudden, her feelings were transferred to Lucian.

With the help of James’ gentle voice, the scene from the past appeared in Elektra’s mind. Back then, she had invited James for a hike. She had prepared to confess her feelings to him that day.

That was because her family had arranged for her to study abroad instead of at a local university. If she did not confess that day, she would never get the chance to do so. However, an accident happened that day.

When she was taking a picture with James, she accidentally pushed him, causing him to fall from a rock that was in a high place.

She rushed forward and pounced on him, feeling utterly guilty and remorseful.

It turned out that James was caught among some vines, while she continued rolling down the mountain until she knocked her head against a rock.

By the time she woke up, she heard Lucian calling out her name. At that moment, her mind was blank. All she remembered was Lucian.

When she woke up from her hypnosis, her eyes were wet, and tears kept flowing down her cheeks as she stared fixedly at James.

“What’s wrong? What do you remember?” James’ gaze was filled with tenderness and concern. “James, I need to ask you something. Why didn’t you come looking for me when we fell from the mountain back then?” Elektra asked him angrily while staring at him with resentment.

James paused for a few seconds and scratched his head before finally recalling the incident. Only then did he smile and say, “I was stuck at the upper half of the mountain, so I asked Lucian to rescue you first. You can’t blame me for that. I couldn’t save you.”

So, that’s what happened. That was when Elektra realized she had lost her memories after the fall. Tears rolled down her cheeks as she threw herself at James and hugged him tightly.

Just like that, ten years had flown by in the blink of an eye. Three figures could be seen riding their bicycles on the road of Chanaea’s best educational institute, chatting and laughing at the same. time.

Two of them were twin brothers. They had chiseled faces, sharp eyebrows, and eyes that. sparkled like the stars in the night sky.

The girl, on the other hand, had exquisite features and exuded an elegant aura. She looked like a fairy who did not belong to the real world. Their names-Archie, Benny, and Estella-were simple names, yet they were constantly brought up by parents in the country.

Three of them were the youngest students in the educational institute. Their appearances constantly attracted everyone’s attention in the area. Discussions would even erupt around them. Not only were they praised for being good- looking, but they were also praised for their titles.

At that point, Archie was known as the country’s best ancient Chanaean researcher. In fact, he was equipped with the ability to mentor students.

Meanwhile, Benny had become the national security department’s special adviser. However, that identity was a secret. Only a few people knew about it. To the public, he was a famous archeologist.

Estella’s identity was even more impressive, for she had many titles in the fashion industry. A few years ago, she successfully held her fashion show in Pillere. After that, her clothing brand was released globally. Since then, many A-list celebrities fought to have her design their outfits at a high price.

As they talked and laughed among themselves, they responded to the other students’ greetings with a smile. When they were arriving at the institute entrance, they quickened their pace at the sight of their family’s car.

Roxanne, too, spotted the trio. She brought Seward and Noreen out of the car so they could wave at their older siblings.

“Archie, Benny, Essie, we’re here!” Coincidentally, it was Seward’s and Noreen’s ten-year-old birthday. They had come to pick up their older siblings for the celebration.

A blissful smile formed on Roxanne’s lips. The five children were her most precious treasure in life. Her face did not seem to have changed much over time. Rather, she looked more graceful and beautiful.

Even her figure was the same as how it was ten years ago. It made everyone around her jealous, including Madilyn. Sitting in the driver’s seat was Lucian. He slowly opened the door to reveal his gentle and mature gaze that was no longer hostile.

Archie, Benny, and Estella parked their bicycles and quickly walked over to the car. While Lucian reached Roxanne’s side, he subconsciously reached out to take her hand affectionately.

Sensing that, Roxanne looked up and stared at him with the same gaze. Seward and Noreen sprinted to their older siblings. Archie and Benny were almost Lucian’s height, while Estella’s looks resembled Roxanne’s when she was younger.

The car was a customized seven-seater. It fit all seven of them perfectly. Throughout the drive, the car was filled with joyous chatter.

“Daddy, Mommy, I have a big secret to tell you. You know how Archie and Benny have many admirers, right? Recently, I realized they’re interested in the same girl.”

Estella suddenly revealed a piece of exciting news, which invoked warning looks from her older brothers.

“Oh? Is that so? What’s she like? I want to know what kind of girl can make both Archie and Benny fall for her.” Roxanne simply cast the boys a calm gaze.

Lucian, too, glanced over with curiosity written all over his face. Immediately, Archie’s and Benny’s faces flushed red.

“N-No. Don’t listen to Essie spout nonsense. We just admire her, that’s all,” Archie explained frantically. At the same time, Benny quickly recollected himself and smiled, looking just like a younger version of Lucian.

“I like her. She’s quite outstanding. I’ve told Archie about it, and we’re competing fairly.”

Hearing that, Lucian and Roxanne exchanged happy glances.

“It’s fine. Pursue her if you like her,” said Lucian with a nod.

“When can you introduce her to me?” A memory from twenty years ago suddenly came back to Roxanne. My history with Lucian started in school as well…

—The END

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