Chapter 219 

A faint scowl appeared on Lucian‘s face. Just when he wanted to speak, the sound of a ringtone interrupted the awkward atmosphere between them. 

Roxanne averted her gaze apathetically and took out her phone from her bag. When she glanced at the caller ID, she saw that it was Larry calling. 

At that, she secretly sighed with relief. Larrys phone call came to my rescue

After nodding toward Lucian, Roxanne picked up the phone and walked to her car. 

This time, Lucian did not try to stop her. 

Walking past Lucian, Roxanne could feel herself easing up. 

Meanwhile, Lucian recalled the caller ID on Roxanne‘s phone while staring at her retreating figure. If I remember correctly, that man even had a meal privately with Roxanne. They seemed to have had a good time, too. Hmm, I didn’t expect them to be so close

At that realization, Lucian‘s expression abruptly darkened. 

something the

phone, they exchanged pleasantries until she got into the

end of the line, Larry replied with a chortle, “Why are you acting so distant

side, Roxanne had loosened up quite a bit. Smilingly, she answered, “Of course, you can.

the kids off to kindergarten or on the way to work at that hour. Thus, there was no way Larry would

that, Larry stopped the small talk and changed the topic. “I called to arrange a time to meet as I

 

a moment, Roxanne answered, “I’m fine to meet up during lunch hour. Are you alright to meet

Larry promptly agreed. 

confused about what Larry had said during the call. I wonder what he wants to

when Roxanne wrapped up her work and walked out of the research facility. When she saw the GPS location sent by Larry, she saw he had picked a Chanaean restaurant near her research institute.

things, she quickly headed over.

Larry was already there waiting for

him. “My apologies. You must have been waiting for a long time.”

so I‘ve already ordered for you. I hope the food suits your tastes.” After saying that, he signaled the waiter to serve the dishes.

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