“Where’s Jack? Tell him to come out. I demand an explanation from him today!” “Get Damaris out here right now! Otherwise, we’ll drag him out if we have to!”
The hostile voices caused Hector’s heart to lurch as he gave the bodyguard a curious look. The bodyguard lowered his head, not daring to say a word.
“Calm down, everyone. What’s going on?” Hector could vaguely guess that Jack had caused some trouble. Still, that matter concerned Damaris Group, so he chose to step in ultimately.
Seeing Hector stepping up, the crowd toned down their anger to show their respect. “Old Mr. Damaris, this matter has nothing to do with you. Please have Jack come and speak to us.”
Everyone was well aware of Hector’s character after his many years of involvement in the medical field. Many of those present had even been on the receiving end of Hector’s kindness, so they didn’t want to distress him.
Hector glanced around the living room and noticed that the crowd comprised mainly superintendents of companies that had business relations with Damaris Group. Some of them had collaborated with Damaris Group for many years, but even they were visibly enraged.
That observation further agitated Hector. He forced himself to stay calm before pressing on, “Jack isn’t here at the moment. Why don’t you tell me what exactly happened? If he did something wrong, I hereby apologize to all of you on behalf of Damaris Group.”
Everyone exchanged glances. Nevertheless, the silence merely prevailed for a few minutes. The room erupted in a commotion again when the crowd realized Hector had no intention of calling Jack out.
“Old Mr. Damaris, let’s hear your take on this. Our companies cooperated with Damaris Group for so many years because we had faith in you and believed in Damaris Group’s stable and long-term growth. But look at what’s happening now! After this disastrous incident, all the money I invested has gone to waste!”
“This is all thanks to your grandson’s doing! Everyone now despises Damaris Group. Under such circumstances, can we still receive the remaining balance Jack promised us? The project is already nearing its completion!”
Disastrous incident? Despised by everyone? Listening to their questions, Hector felt dizzy and utterly panicky. “W-What is going on? What happened to Damaris Group?”
Taking in Hector’s pale face, most people couldn’t bear to continue and fell silent. However, there were still others who prioritized their personal interest above all else. One of them immediately revealed Damaris Group’s predicament.
“Damaris Group is now involved in a lawsuit, and I heard the police have seized the company’s warehouses. The supply of medicine will certainly be disrupted tomorrow. Also, Damaris Group’s stock price has plummeted. All of these happened because of Jack!”
Colors drained from Hector’s face. “That unfilial son! I’ve told him to stay out of Damaris Group’s operation. I warned him early on t-to…”
At that point, he swept his eyes across the others inside the living room and caught himself in the end. He had no doubt it was Lucian’s retaliation that caused Damaris Group’s downfall. If these people discover that Damaris Group is not only caught in a tight spot but has also offended Farwell Group, they will undoubtedly cease all partnerships with Damaris Group.
Hector couldn’t speak of that matter despite the agony in his heart. He could only regret his decision inwardly. It was all my fault for making this poor judgment in the past. Why did I fail to discern Jack’s greediness and ruthlessness? It was I who personally handed Damaris Group over to Jack. I am responsible for Damaris Group’s current pathetic state.
Remorse churned within Hector’s chest at that instant. He had many heart conditions, to begin with. As extreme grief and anger washed over him, he failed to catch his breath and passed out on the spot.
Kevin arrived in time to witness Hector collapsing. He rushed over to help him up. “It’s him! He’s Jack’s assistant!” someone shouted after identifying Kevin.
Subsequently, pandemonium reigned in the living room.
“Where’s Jack? Tell him to come out here and provide us with an explanation!” The crowd surrounded Kevin, pressing for Jack’s whereabouts.
Kevin supported Hector with difficulty while trying to think of ways to calm the others around him. “Mr. Damaris is waiting for all of you at Damaris Group. Please head there now while I send Old Mr. Damaris to the hospital.”
Everyone didn’t doubt Kevin’s words. In addition, they felt it was inappropriate for them to keep blocking the way since Hector had fainted. After watching Kevin leave, they made their way to Damaris Group angrily. The Damaris family’s century-old business had abruptly fallen apart overnight..
Jonathan arched his brow at Lucian after seeing that news. “Will you go in and visit Roxanne now? She’s been looking for you ever since she regained consciousness.”
Lucian was barely satisfied with that outcome. He schooled his features and dispelled his hostile aura before opening the door and stepping inside the room. Hearing the movements at the door, everyone looked over.
Upon noticing the newcomer, Linda whispered, “Mr. Farwell is here.” Of all those present, only she was unaware of what was going on.
Madilyn glanced at the man at the door. Then, she looked at her best friend and held the three kids’ hands while smiling. “Let’s go. I’ll take you out to enjoy some delicious food. You three must be starving after being busy all night, right?” The children nodded sensibly and giggled discreetly at their father..
Peregrine also excused himself afterward. Everyone tacitly left the room to allow the couple some time alone. Pin-drop silence lingered in the air as they gazed at each other from afar.
“Where were you?” Roxanne was the first to break the silence. A worried look spread across her countenance. Lucian moved forward and sat beside her. He scrutinized her solemnly for a few moments, seemingly assessing her body’s condition..
Roxanne smiled at him and said gently, “I’m fine now. The specialists already performed a physical examination on me, and so did Old Mr. Lomax. I’ll fully recover after resting for a couple more days.”
Only after listening to her words did Lucian relax completely. Tenderness filled his eyes as he spoke. “Archie and Benny used to say you’re the best doctor in the world. I thought they were exaggerating, but now it seems to me they were right.” Roxanne couldn’t help but laugh. “Archie said the same thing earlier. You two are really in sync.”
Lucian raised his brows indifferently. “There’s indeed nothing wrong with our remark. If it weren’t for your exceptional medical skills, I might’ve lost the love of my life, so I truly wish to thank you.”
From addressing her as his wife to referring to her as the love of his life, Roxanne noticed Lucian had become more straightforward in the way he expressed his affection for her.
Hearing that term of endearment, she couldn’t help but fall into a daze for a few seconds. Then, she blushed and lowered her head sheepishly.
Fear continued to linger in his chest as he looked at the woman before him. He muttered in a deep voice, “It’s true. I was so close to losing you…”
Now that he thought about it, every encounter they shared was initiated by Roxanne, including the times when they first got married and their reunion after six years.
In the past two life-and-death situations, she was also the one who did her best.to save herself and stay by his side. Intense guilt surged within him as those thoughts crossed his mind, rendering him at a loss for what to do.
As the man was silent, she looked up at him in bafflement. When their eyes met and Roxanne noticed the emotions swirling in Lucian’s eyes, her heart shuddered. She thought he was still troubled after being worried about her for the past few days, so she reached out to caress his face.
“Don’t be scared. Look. I’m perfectly fine now, aren’t I?”
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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