The Abandoned Wife

Chapter 819 Abrupt Question

After the plain cake was completed, the children hastily spread the cream on it. Each child had their own idea, so Roxanne split the cake into three sections to let them decorate in their own way. The children clearly thought of the task as something important, for they were cautious as they spread the cream.

Roxanne would glance at the time every once in a while. It was almost time for her to meet Jack, but the children were not done decorating yet.

However, she dared not urge them to hurry when she recalled the unhappy moment earlier. "I'm done!" Estella spoke first.

The two boys followed soon after as they cast a look that told Roxanne they were seeking praises from her.

Roxanne tamped down the urgency she felt and flashed them a smile. She then walked over to the table and glanced at the children's masterpieces.

side was not. Yet,

them despite what she actually thought about their work. "You've

a glance at Lucian, who had been silent,

The children nodded fervently.

then passed them to the children and kept one for herself. After that, she turned to look at the man beside her, who showed no signs of wanting to join them. "Mr. Farwell," Roxanne called out to him with a frown. "The cake is done. Come and give

was only after hearing her voice did Lucian turn to look

children wanted the two adults to try out the slices they had been in charge of, so

full of anticipation when the adults began

girl in surprise and exclaimed, "Essie, yours is amazing! It's delicious!

was about to try the next piece, Estella's piping voice sounded beside her. "Ms. Jarvis,

thrilled, and she was looking

as she looked at the girl with wide eyes. Then she turned to the

did not see the girl's