Chapter 745 – Her Sudden Departure: A Tale of Love and Redemption (Lucian & Roxanne)

“I didn’t mean to stay up, Daddy! I just thought I’d greet Mommy since I heard her coming home. I didn’t know you two came back together!”

I would’ve hidden in my room and pretended to be asleep if I had known! Of course, Lucian wasn’t going to punish Benny or anything. He just wanted to show Roxanne that the kids knew everything.

“It’s really late. You should go to bed. Don’t go anywhere for the next few days,” Lucian reminded them. The kids nodded profusely in response.

“Okay! We’ll be going to bed now!” Archie said as he casually led Benny and Estella back inside. Lucian said nothing further after watching the three of them leave the balcony.

Roxanne, on the other hand, was burning bright red. Lucian and I were just hugging the last time they caught us together. This time, they nearly caught us kissing! Roxanne shot Lucian another glare at the thought of that.

“It’s really late. I thought they had all gone to bed,” Lucian replied with an innocent look on his face. Roxanne felt speechless when she saw how calm he was about it. “As you said, it’s very late. I need to go to bed now. You should head home too, Mr. Farwell!”

Lucian had an affectionate look in his eyes when he saw her get flustered. Roxanne had just walked past him when he reached out and grabbed her by the wrist. He spun her around and gave her a quick kiss on the lips.

“Take good care of yourself. My phone will be switched on at all times, so just give me a call if anything happens,” he said before letting go of her. Having been caught off guard by his sudden kiss, Roxanne only regained her composure a few seconds later.

Whatever negative emotions she had were gone when she heard his deep and seductive voice. “You too. Stay safe on the drive home, and let me know when you have arrived.”

Lucian nodded with a smile and waited until she entered the mansion before getting into his car. Roxanne watched as his car disappeared into the distance before returning to her room..

She had just opened her bedroom door when she saw the three kids sitting on her bed. The kids turned around excitedly when they heard the door opening. Benny sounded a little disappointed when he asked, “Why did you come upstairs so soon, Mommy?”

Roxanne knew what he was implying with that question of his, but she ignored it and responded by asking, “I’m the one asking the questions here. Why are you three still awake this late at night?”

Unsure of what to say, the kids exchanged glances in silence. Eventually, Estella decided to speak up and replied with a pitiful look on her face, “I couldn’t sleep because you weren’t home yet, so I had Archie and Benny keep me company.”

She then hopped off the bed and hugged Roxanne’s thigh as she continued, “It’s all my fault, Mommy. Please don’t blame Archie and Benny!”

Roxanne had always had a soft spot for Estella to begin with, and that spot only grew softer ever since she found out about Estella’s identity.

She patted Estella on the head and shifted her gaze toward Archie and Benny. “Oh, well… I have something to tell you kids anyway.”

The kids immediately sat up straight with serious looks on their faces. Not wanting to scare them, Roxanne tried her best to sound as calm as possible when she said, “I need you kids to behave yourselves and bring your smartwatches with you when you go to kindergarten. Also, stay with Ms. Ward after class is over. Do not leave the kindergarten until you see me. Is that understood?”

The kids were pretty smart, so they knew something had happened after the incident earlier that evening even if Roxanne didn’t tell them. While they were still too young to be of any help, the best they could do was not make Roxanne and Lucian worry.

“Okay!” The kids nodded obediently in unison.

“So? Have you come up with a plan, Aubree?” As time ticked past, Frieda grew increasingly anxious. Aubree recalled something right then and clenched her jaw forcefully. “Have you investigated the man from that night?”

Frieda’s eyes turned as wide as saucers. “You’re going to ask for his help? Didn’t you say he’s in cahoots with Roxanne? What if he betrays you?”

Determination flashed across Aubree’s eyes. “That’s the only way! The man gave off an unusual aura, so I’m sure he’s a powerful man!”

“But… why would someone like him work for Roxanne?” Frieda was filled with confusion. “Did you investigate or not?” Aubree snapped, her patience wearing thin. Frieda gave a hesitant nod. “I checked the surveillance footage and tracked down his house.”

“Bring me there!” Aubree said without. hesitation. Seeing that she was so determined, Frieda had no choice but to do as told.

They hailed a taxi by the roadside, and Frieda gave the driver the address of their destination. The vehicle slowly pulled away from the motel entrance. Soon, the taxi rolled to a stop in front of a mansion.

“This is it but I’m not sure if he usually stays here,” Frieda said. Aubree had no time to ponder her next move. She hastily flung open the car door and stepped out. The mansion was brightly lit. It was obvious it was occupied.

Aubree heaved a sigh of relief. However, her respite was brief. A moment later, her face twisted into a grimace and her gaze grew icy cold as she remembered why she was there. Frieda stepped forward and rang the doorbell. Soon, someone answered the intercom. “Who is it?”

Frieda turned to look at Aubree standing beside her. “I’m looking for the owner of this mansion. Tell him that a woman with the surname Pearson is here to talk to him. He’ll know who I am,” Aubree responded coolly.

The person on the other end grunted in acknowledgment. A brief silence later, he said, “The door is open. Come on in.”

Following that, the door to the mansion opened with a click. Aubree strode in, her face devoid of expression. As soon as she stepped into the mansion, she saw the man lounging on the couch..

“Ms. Pearson, why are you here late at night? Don’t tell me you can’t forget what happened that night,” the man said flippantly even though Frieda had come with Aubree. He stood up and came to Aubree.

“What are you talking about?” Hatred filled Aubree’s eyes. “How dare you mention that night? If it wasn’t for-ugh! I want to tear you into pieces for what you’ve done!”

Shawn arched a brow in amusement. “If it wasn’t for what? If I’m not mistaken, that must be the reason for your visit, Ms. Pearson. Am I right?”

Aubree glared at him. “I need your help to leave the country!” Shawn let out a derisive snort. “It appears that you have come to seek my help. Ms. Pearson, you may have been in a position of authority for an extended period of time, so I must remind you that this is not the appropriate way to request help.”

As he spoke, he swept his gaze over Frieda. The Farwell family and the Pearson family have called off the engagement, but Ms. Queen is still friends with Ms. Pearson. How interesting.

Frieda met his gaze, and suddenly a vivid image flashed through her mind. A few years ago, Jonathan had brought her along to attend a national business conference, and she had met this man there.

Although the man wasn’t as popular as Lucian, there were still people who would flatter him. She knew he could easily help Aubree.

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