The Abandoned Wife

Chapter 489

After having some small talk, Hector cut to the chase and said, "I heard from Alfred that you're interested in the Damaris family's plan to set up the research institute and thinking of collaborating with us, aren't you?"

Hearing that, Roxanne perked up in an instant. Wearing a look of solemnity, she stated earnestly, "I've always been interested in traditional medicine. I'm more than happy to know that the Damaris family will set up a research institute specializing in this field. Not to mention, your family has been leading in the field all this while. Thus, I wish to grab this opportunity to collaborate with your family as I believe it'll boost my advancement in traditional medicine too."

Hector scrutinized Roxanne for quite a while with a smile. Apparently, he was utterly pleased with her explanation.

Roxanne put up a good front, but she could not help having her heart in her mouth.

should not let the chance slip away that round. Even though Hector was

looked into his eyes with determination. "Old Mr. Damaris, I hope you can give me a chance. I'll put in the effort and won't

gradually. "Of course, I'll

to do. She had to tighten the clench of her fists to get a grip on

the medical consultation, but I

slight change in Roxanne's countenance; her heart skipped a beat. She could not wrap her head around

flashed her a reassuring smile. "Don't worry. Since I've mentioned that I'll give you a chance, I won't take back my words. I'm actually feeling regretful for not being able to see how well you displayed your skills with my own

of relief and nodded agreeably. "Sure, Old Mr. Damaris, thanks for giving me this chance. It's an honor to be able to collaborate with the Damaris family, I'll prove myself for sure!" Hector began taking a fancy to her as time

a little awkward, Roxanne pursed