The Abandoned Wife

Chapter 455

Seeing how Roxanne was still able to smile, Lucian's already grim face turned even colder. He could no longer hold back his anger as he asked, "You seem to have a good relationship with Mr. Morrison, Dr. Jarvis"

Both Jonathan and Roxanne were shocked at his sudden query.

Jonathan was sharp enough to notice the friction in the air and quietly kept his mouth shut in order to make his presence as little as possible.

After moments of stunned silence, Roxanne calmly met Lucian's gaze. "I've known Larry for a long time. He has taken great care of me, and I'm very thankful for that."

Upon hearing her reply, Lucian pursed his lips. "Is that so? Is it even longer than the years that we've known each other?" His tone was laced with mockery.

at that. She subconsciously cast a look in Jonathan's

enough to insinuate that there was something

her, Jonathan's expression did not change at all. It

and turned back to look at Lucian. "My friendship

"You're right. I've only met you a few times, Dr. Jarvis. How could I ever compare with the many years of friendship between you and Mr.

simply implying that Roxanne wanted Larry to be the father of her two

into a tighter knot. The anger in her tone was evident as she exclaimed, "Larry and I are just friends. Please refrain from speaking such nonsense, Mr. Farwell!" Lucian laughed tauntingly. He was just about to retort when Jonathan grabbed onto his arm and interrupted with a cough, "I think Grandpa is awake now. Let's go and check on him, Lucian." Before Lucian

follow

his

impending headache as he thought that Lucian was going

deliberately created the opportunity for them to mend their relationship,

hand away, he silently stood up and headed for

don't dwell on it too much. We'll head upstairs to check in on Grandpa. Please wait for a moment. He'll be