Back inside the mansion, Gina felt such an immense surge of anger and despair that she could not formulate her thoughts into words. All she could do was bawl her eyes out, tears streaming continuously down her face.
It went without saying that Aubree was feeling inexplicably frustrated as well. She merely glanced at her mother and headed upstairs without giving any explanation.
The mansion, which was already dilapidated, instantly descended into a state of despair, Meanwhile, Roxanne received a call from Jack again after busying herself with work for several days. “Ms. Jarvis, do you remember the new drug that I mentioned earlier? The one I’m planning. to research and develop?”
Jack’s cheerful voice sounded from the other end of the line. Roxanne, who was too overwhelmed by work, only recalled that they had previously talked about that subject after hearing Jack’s reminder.
“Do you need my help?” She left the research area and found a quiet spot to take the call. Collaborating with the Damaris family will greatly benefit the development of our research institute in Chanaea.
Jack hummed an acknowledgment and added, “It’d be wonderful if we could work together. I firmly believe that your research institute is my ideal business partner.”
Needless to say, Roxanne would not let the opportunity slide. “It’s my honor to continue working with the Damaris family.” Jack chuckled faintly when he heard her response. “We’ll talk more when we meet. There are still some details that we need to discuss.”
Roxanne agreed at once. The two also decided on the time and venue of their meet-up before hanging up. The moment the call ended, she received another call. This time, it was from Lucian. Roxanne answered it without hesitation. “Have you been very busy the past few days?
Essie says that you’re hardly at home.” The two rarely met since their return from Jadeborough. Lucian went over to visit the kids several times, but Roxanne was always not around and would leave them in Linda’s care.
Only after hearing Lucian’s voice did Roxanne. realize they had not met each other for quite some time. On top of that, the time she spent with the kids had also dwindled lately.
A guilty look flitted across Roxanne’s eyes as that realization dawned upon her. “It’s all right. The research institute has got more projects recently, so we’re busier than usual. But it’ll get better soon.”
Lucian furrowed his brows slightly. “No matter how busy work is at the research institute, you shouldn’t overwork yourself. Don’t forget that the kids are still waiting for you at home.”
Having heard what the man said, Roxanne could not help but feel amused. This man is more of a workaholic than I am. Yet he’s reminding me not to overwork myself?
However, at the same time, she also felt a warm current flowing through her heart.
Lucian had mentioned visiting Roxanne in the past few days, but she rejected him by saying she had work to do. When he heard Estella mention that Roxanne was rarely home, he finally realized how hard she had been working recently.
“Are you free tomorrow at noon? Let’s have lunch together,” Lucian suggested. He was determined to let Roxanne get some rest. Roxanne fell silent for a few moments when she heard the time he mentioned before replying apologetically, “Sorry, I’m not free.”
Lucian frowned. “Why? Is there work that you have to complete?” Roxanne scratched her nose sheepishly. “I’ve promised to meet up with Mr. Damaris for lunch tomorrow to discuss a project.”
Jack Damaris? Lucian’s expression instantly darkened. We’ve hardly been in contact these few days, and yet she’s been contacting him? What the elderlies from the nursing home said echoed in Lucian’s mind once again.
After all, he and Roxanne did not work in the same industry. Plus, the woman was a workaholic, causing their quality time together to minimize. Lucian felt threatened when he realized that.
Taking note of the man’s silence, Roxanne softened her tone and explained, “I want to stay in Chanaea and be with Essie. Hence, I was thinking of expanding the research institute. A collaboration with the Damaris family would be of great help to the development of our research institute.”
Naturally, Lucian would not stop her from expanding her career. Although he was unhappy when he heard her say that, he had no choice but to relent. “All right. I’ll invite you to lunch another day then. I hope you won’t keep rejecting me.”
Roxanne was surprised, for she did not expect him to give in that easily. Momentarily stunned, she agreed with a smile After ending the call with Roxanne, Lucian called the three children and asked them for a favor. The children were quick to agree.
The next morning, Roxanne saw the three children sitting on the couch when she went downstairs. She was understandably surprised when she saw them. “What’s wrong?”
Recently, she had been getting up earlier than usual to go to work, and the children would usually only wake up and bid her goodbye when she was about to leave. I wonder why they woke up so early today. The three kids flashed her adorable smiles. “Mommy, will you be busy today too?”
Roxanne patted their heads apologetically and said, “Sorry for not spending enough time with you these days. Let’s all go out and have fun. after I finish work.”
The children nodded. Estella, on the other hand, stared at Roxanne’s neck with wide eyes. Roxanne couldn’t help frowning in confusion. and reached up to touch her bare neck when she met Estella’s gaze. “Essie, is there something on my neck?”
Pouting, Estella replied unhappily, “Mommy, why aren’t you wearing the necklace?” Roxanne was taken aback by the little girl’s question. She then quickly returned to her senses and understood that Estella was referring to the necklace that Lucian gifted her. “It’s not convenient for me to wear jewelry when I work,” she patiently explained to Estella. However, the girl was stubborn. “Mommy, is it because you don’t like that necklace?”
Roxanne subconsciously shook her head. “Then it’s because you don’t like Daddy!” Estella pouted in aggrievement and lowered her head pitifully. “Mommy, please don’t hate Daddy…”
New Book: Back Home to Marry Off Myself
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