Meanwhile, after Lucian left Roxanne’s house, he went straight to the office just in time for the scheduled meeting.
After the meeting was over, Lucian had just come out of the conference room when he saw Cayden approaching him from a distance. The latter seemed somewhat perturbed upon seeing Lucian. “Mr. Farwell.”
Lucian’s brows furrowed slightly. “What’s the matter?”
Still wearing a troubled facial expression, Cayden stated, “There’s something wrong with the project we have with Queen Group.”
Lucian’s expression darkened as he strode back to his office, and Cayden silently followed behind him into the office before closing the door behind him.
“What’s the problem?” Lucian inquired in a deep voice. Previously, their collaboration with Queen Group had been progressing smoothly.
Cayden answered, “The people from the pharmaceutical company in the northwest change their minds at the last minute. They don’t plan to accept the acquisition’s conditions we offered.”
Lucian’s frown deepened the moment he heard the news.
The acquisition of that pharmaceutical company was a crucial part of the project. In order to make it a success, Farwell Group and Queen Group put a lot of effort into it. They even made multiple concessions on the purchase price. After several negotiations, both sides reached an agreement, and the only thing that was left to do was sign the contract.
However, the people from the pharmaceutical company went back on their word abruptly.
“Why? Did the other party state their reason?” Lucian probed, frowning.
The look of perturbation on Cayden’s face became more obvious. “It’s because of… the Damaris family. The Damaris family’s newly established research institute has been in contact with the pharmaceutical company lately. I don’t know what kind of conditions they have been offered.”
The Damaris family…
Upon hearing the mention of the Damaris family, Lucian couldn’t help but think of Jack.
The previous scandal Roxanne had has not been entirely clarified. Only the part concerning her medical skills was clarified. Nevertheless, none of the parties has ever given the public a reasonable explanation regarding her relationship with Jack. And now, the Damaris family is interrupting my project.
As the thought flashed across Lucian’s mind, his face turned grim, and the atmosphere around him became thick with tension.
“Mr. Farwell, should we continue to increase the purchase price?” Cayden asked tentatively.
Only then did Lucian snap out of it and start to ponder the question. He then shook his head and walked to the window. “No, let’s wait and see what happens first. Find out what conditions the Damaris family has offered to that company.”
If we keep blindly compromising, it will only cause that company to ask for more.
Cayden nodded in acknowledgment and suddenly thought of something. He said hesitantly, “I have a way to find out what the Damaris family’s conditions are, but…”
Seeing the hesitant look on his face, Lucian asked in confusion, “What is it?”
Cayden took a quick, cautious glance at Lucian before mustering the courage to speak his mind. “I remember that Ms. Jarvis is involved in the new project of the Damaris family’s company. Perhaps she might know something about the matter. We can ask her about it.”
The look in Lucian’s eyes darkened when he heard Cayden’s suggestion.
Indeed, Roxanne has joined the project established by the Damaris family’s research institute. She even has a close relationship with Jack, but that doesn’t mean that I have to make use of her, not to mention this is a business matter.
Noticing Lucian’s countenance, Cayden immediately knew what the former was going to say. Before Lucian could speak, Cayden beat him to it. “Don’t worry. I will ask around through other means.”
Lucian nodded. “Do that as soon as possible.”
Cayden respectfully agreed and turned around to walk out of the office.
At the same time, Roxanne was spending time with the three children in her house. Since Estella headed inside, she had been unhappy. No matter what Roxanne and the other two little ones said to her, the girl still seemed to be low-spirited.
“Essie, can you tell me what’s bothering you?” Roxanne stopped playing games with the children and brought Estella over to sit on the carpet.
Trailing behind them, Archie and Benny were worried as well. After hearing their mother’s question, the little boys stared at Estella expectantly as they waited for her answer.
Estella pursed her lips and thought of Aubree, who was currently staying at her home, before looking at the beautiful Roxanne in front of her.
If Ms. Jarvis knows that Ms. Pearson lives in my house, Ms. Jarvis will definitely be upset. Daddy is still pursuing Ms. Jarvis. It’d be bad if she misunderstands…
Estella’s expression was filled with hesitation as she considered the consequences.
Noticing that Estella seemed to have some concerns, Roxanne frowned worriedly. “No matter what it is, you can tell me. I’ll surely help you.”
Archie and Benny, who were standing aside, echoed, “Count us in as well! All of us will help you! Essie, don’t be sad.”
When Estella heard their words of consolation and thought of how badly Aubree treated her in the morning, she was aggrieved.
Why did Daddy let Ms. Pearson live in the house instead of trying to get Ms. Jarvis, Archie, and Benny to move in? I want to live with Ms. Jarvis, Archie, and Benny.
“Essie, if you don’t say anything, we’ll be worried sick.” Archie looked at Estella seriously, his tone somber.
Upon hearing his words, Estella frowned and glanced at Roxanne anxiously.
Cooperatively, Roxanne put on a troubled expression.
“Ms. Jarvis…” Seeing that Roxanne was concerned about her, Estella became anxious. Despite that, the girl was still worried that Roxanne might misunderstand.
Estella’s hesitation caused Roxanne to steel herself and act hurt. The latter rose to her feet and said in a disappointed tone, “Essie, since you’re not willing to talk about it, I won’t force you. I’ll prepare lunch for you all.”
With that, she took a step forward, ready to leave.
Just as she turned around, Estella grabbed her shirt.
“Ms. Jarvis, don’t go. I’ll tell you.” Estella spoke pitifully.
With her back facing Estella, Roxanne raised her brow and turned her head to the side to discreetly flash a smile at Archie and Benny.
Seeing that Roxanne’s plan had worked out, Archie and Benny were relieved. They then sat down solemnly as they waited for Estella to pour her heart out.
When Estella saw Roxanne sitting back down beside her, the girl said gingerly, “Ms. Jarvis, you have to promise me first that you won’t be angry with Daddy.”
Without knowing the context, Roxanne had no idea why Estella said that. The former couldn’t help but frown as she wondered why Estella was upset.
She asked me not to get angry with Lucian. That means this has something to do with that man.
At the mention of Lucian, Roxanne inevitably thought of his attitude every time he spoke to Estella.
“Did your daddy scold you?” What Roxanne could think of was this possibility.
Estella shook her head vigorously.
Estella’s denial only served to make Roxanne even more puzzled.
Other than this reason, why else will I be angry? Essie even specifically asked me not to get angry. Judging from her expression, it seems to be a grave matter…
“So what’s going on, exactly?” questioned Benny impatiently. However, Estella simply stared at Roxanne, hoping to get a solid answer from the woman.
The look in Roxanne’s eyes softened when she met the girl’s gaze. She nodded. “Okay. I won’t get angry with Lucian.” Only after that did Estella finally reveal, “The evil woman’s staying with us.”
Archie and Benny were both stunned when they heard Estella, but as soon as they regained their senses, they realized who the girl was talking about.
On the other hand, Roxanne’s face was filled with puzzlement as she wondered who the person in question was.
“It’s Aubree!” Benny was furious when he remembered how the woman bullied his mother. As much as he wanted to, he could not figure out why his father would take Aubree in.
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