The Abandoned Wife

Chapter 991 Severely III

Lucian's rejection was cold and indifferent. "Mind your own business." After uttering that, he took Estella's hand and went inside.

Aubree's expression darkened as she stared after their retreating figures. However, she quickly adjusted her expression and chased after them.

Catalina had already prepared dinner, and when she saw Lucian entering with Estella, she heaved a sigh of relief. "Dinner is ready, Mr. Farwell, Ms. Estella. Come eat!"

Just as she finished speaking, she noticed Aubree coming in the doors. Catalina's expression stiffened slightly, but she forced herself to maintain a cordial smile. Aubree ignored her and made a beeline straight for Lucian and Estella.

Lucian, too, ignored her. The only reason he did not outright drive Aubree away was that he did not want to aggravate his mother, who would, in turn, trouble Roxanne.

more from him, then they would

was already waiting for them when they arrived. As they were eating dinner, Archie and Benny exchanged glances, attempting to broach the subject of Estella. "Mommy, how much longer will you be busy?" Roxanne paused, lifting her head

voice, "Can Essie come over

other time. I can't take care of

"Essie's been feeling

cheer her up, but she refused to lighten up." Archie added, "She was even close to tears today!" Roxanne furrowed her brows and asked worriedly, "What happened?" Archie glanced at Benny as he replied hesitantly, "Essie told us

hand, which had been in the midst of serving more food, hung motionless in the

high fever. Essie is very worried about him, but he refuses to let her

added pitifully, "Essie must be incredibly distressed. Benny and I were so

resolve began to waver after she heard

that Archie and Benny were worried sick when I fell ill. After all, I am all they have, so they must've