The Abandoned Wife

Chapter 999 The Mastermind

There was a slight change of expression on Colby's face when he heard that. Instantly, his eyes were fixated on Roxanne. She wants to treat Jack to a meal? Since when? How come I know nothing about it? Did they contact each other privately?

Intrigued, he blurted, "Really? When was that?" Roxanne replied, "I made that suggestion when Mr. Damaris and I were talking about the medicinal herbs last night.' Turning to Jack, she added, "Mr. Damaris has helped our institute fix a huge mess. This meal is nothing significant compared to the favor received."

In other words, she made it clear that the meal was not meant to pay Jack back for his generosity. Jack did not seem bothered by her words.

He glanced at Colby and teased Roxanne, "How then does Ms. Jarvis plan to return me the favor?" Jack's gaze, coupled with his question, made Colby's heart sink.

waiting for her response. Putting on

and gestured for her to continue. "I'll use them to achieve

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believe in you, Ms. Jarvis." Subsequently, the trio checked the herbs sent. When it was nearly noon, Roxanne suggested going for lunch, to

to Colby. Taken aback, the latter subconsciously looked

worked hard

nodded. They did not go far but simply settled in a nearby restaurant. After taking their seats, the gentlemen let Roxanne do

reject the idea and placed orders for all of them before handing the menu

the way, how's the fire investigation coming along?" Jack brought up the

one noticed Colby's body stiffen briefly as soon

that an internal staff was