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.

would

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

a childish voice, "Can Essie come

expression turned conflicted. Avoiding his eyes, she muttered, "Perhaps some other time. I can't take care of you

visibly disappointed after hearing her words. "Essie's been feeling down because she

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

the midst of serving more food, hung motionless in the air. Lucian

about him, but he refuses to let

and I were so worried when you got

after she heard

ill. After all, I am all they have, so they must've felt so helpless. In other words, Essie must feel the same. I wonder how sick Lucian