The Abandoned Wife

Chapter 854 Feign Ignorance

Roxanne caressed Benny's and Archie's heads. "I'm sorry, but I have important work that requires immediate attention. Both of you have heard that the company is going to be seized shortly. I have to take a

trip there no matter what."

The two children stared at the ground in sullen silence.

They knew how important work meant to her.

However, they still detested the fact that she would be spending time with Jack in the process.

Roxanne felt apologetic yet confused as she took in the children's reluctant looks.

was up to her neck with

of complaint when she was occupied with finding a medicinal herbs company for the research institute when she was back in the country. What is it this

Mr. Damaris become our

I are work partners, nothing more. He's like the others you've met when we were overseas." She locked her eyes on both Benny and Archie intensely. "Both of you need not worry. I'll

on the children's hearts had finally been lifted

relief now

feet and patted Benny's and Archie's heads affectionately. "I'd better get going, or it'd affect my work.

Roxanne once more. "We're sorry for

long as you're aware of your mistakes. Don't hesitate to tell me anything next time and don't

agreed to that. Then Roxanne turned to make

the couch downstairs. He got to his feet at the sight of her and asked, "How are

night. I gave them some medicine and told them to get some rest." Jack inclined his head slightly. "If that's the

all right. We'll

not bother convincing her any further and