Aubree immediately returned to her senses as she glanced at the caller ID. It was her mother calling, and it did not take long for her to figure out what the call was for.
The phone continued to ring, but Aubree had no intention of picking up. All she could do was watch helplessly as the screen kept flashing before everything went quiet.
Shortly after, the phone rang again.
This continued for a while before Aubree finally picked up out of annoyance.
“Aubree, why didn’t you answer the phone? What’s happened? Are you not at his place yet?” As soon as Aubree picked up, Gina’s concerned voice filled her ear.
Mockery flashed on Aubree’s face after she heard this. Even now, her mother still thought that she was going to the Farwell residence.
When Aubree remained silent, Gina asked, “Aubree? Are you there? Why aren’t you saying anything?”
“I’m at a hotel,” said Aubree, her face devoid of expression.
As soon as she said this, nothing but a heavy silence hung about the air.
Aubree continued, “Lucian isn’t here anymore. He booked me a presidential suite, asked me to get some rest, and then left on his own.”
Gina was shocked that Lucian did not bring her daughter back to the Farwell residence. She then noticed how crestfallen Aubree sounded and tried to comfort her. “Don’t worry. The fact that he was willing to take you away is enough. After all, he booked the room, didn’t he? I think he’ll visit you often.”
Aubree let out a peal of harsh, sarcastic laughter. “Believe me, he won’t. He said there’s no way we’ll ever be together. I bet he has gone to see that Jarvis b*tch right now!”
As she thought of Roxanne, Aubree’s expression darkened even more.
It’s that b*tch’s fault! If she hadn’t returned, then I would be Mrs. Farwell by now!
Gina never thought that her carefully laid plans would backfire so gloriously. When she heard what Aubree said, her face fell. “Don’t worry…”
While Gina had every intention of comforting her daughter, she could not think of the words to say.
If Lucian had truly said these things, he definitely meant business. What good were her words then?
“Even if Lucian said all that, you still have Sonya! I’m sure she’ll help you!” said Gina hastily after a while.
At the mention of Sonya, Aubree’s heart was suddenly filled with hope.
Although Mrs. Farwell has no control over Lucian’s thoughts, she has always seen me in a good light. She even went out of her way to drive that horrid woman Roxanne, away.
Right now, it’s crucial that I obtain Mrs. Farwell’s favor to help myself out of this rut. Being able to drive away that b*tch Roxanne is the best possible scenario and the icing on the cake if it can be managed!
When that happens, even if Lucian and Roxanne like each other, Lucian would have no other choice!
Thinking of this, Aubree turned sullen, and her tone suddenly became icy. “You’re right! No matter what, Lucian can only marry me! That b*tch Roxanne has caused too much damage. I will have my revenge!”
Gina nodded hastily. “Don’t worry, Aubree. I’ll help you! You’ve waited for Lucian for so long! Who is he going to marry if not you?”
The pair spoke about this issue at length. Seeing that it was truly getting late, Gina persuaded Aubree to get some rest.
After hanging up, Gina was filled with guilt and regret.
If I’d known sooner that he was going to put her in a hotel, I wouldn’t have put her up to this in the first place!
Meanwhile, Roxanne did not have the slightest clue about what Aubree and her mother were planning.
The whole day had been spent playing with the children and dealing with Lucian. Hence, Roxanne fell asleep the moment she lay down.
However, she was awakened by the phone ringing the next day.
In a daze, Roxanne opened her eyes and picked up the phone without looking at who the caller was.
“Ms. Jarvis, are you awake? I’ve got something that needs your attention.”
She barely had time to take a breather when Jack’s voice broke the silence.
Upon realizing that it was Jack, Roxanne suddenly became alert. Curiously, she asked, “Has something happened?”
Roxanne rarely had personal dealings with Jack, so she knew that he was likely calling her for a business or medical issue.
Regardless, both matters were not to be taken lightly.
On that note, Jack broke the silence first. “Do you remember Jamie? That kid from the medical consultation the last time?”
Roxanne’s expression immediately turned grave. “I do. What happened?”
During the consultation, Daniel had spooked the child, resulting in heart palpitations that caused him to lose consciousness. It was only through Roxanne’s intervention that Jamie regained consciousness.
Thus, Roxanne had quite a deep impression of the child.
“The orphanage contacted me just now. They aren’t sure what happened, but Jamie contracted a high fever and has been hospitalized. I figured that since you handled his consultation the last time, you’d be more familiar with the situation. If you have time, can you go and take a look?” asked Jack politely.
Upon hearing that the child was sick, Roxanne immediately agreed. “Of course. Which hospital is it? I’ll make my way there right now.”
“I’d like to go with you too. I happen to be nearby, so I can pick you up along the way after you get ready.”
Roxanne hesitated for a brief moment to ponder over the time but eventually agreed.
After hanging up, Roxanne wasted no time taking a shower. She hurriedly put on a change of clothes and went downstairs.
Archie and Benny were awakened by the sound of Roxanne closing the door. They jolted out of bed to see that their mother was the one rushing downstairs, seemingly in a hurry. The children ran after her, asking, “Mommy? Where are you going?”
It was only then Roxanne remembered that Archie and Benny were there. She turned around to pat them on the head, replying, “A little boy from the orphanage has fallen ill, so I need to take a look. As for school, I don’t think I have the time to drop you off at kindergarten today. I’ll help you two ask permission for a day off.”
Hearing that it was a little boy who had fallen sick, the boys were immediately filled with worry. Without further hesitation, they nodded and said, “You must do your best to treat him!”
Roxanne nodded, smiling at them.
Just as she was about to bid the children goodbye, a loud honk was heard outside the door.
I think that must be Jack.
Roxanne straightened herself and left, the boys following her to the doorstep.
At the driveway of the mansion, Jack got down from the car and was prepared to knock when he saw Roxanne and the children coming out.
Jack was a little surprised to see the two boys trailing after Roxanne. He knew that she had children but had never laid eyes on them before.
The children looked as if they had just gotten out of bed and were still somewhat muddled. Yet, they were well-behaved. They obediently followed Roxanne from behind and gave Jack polite, albeit confused, little waves.
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.
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