The Abandoned Wife

Roxanne was someone who knew how and when to keep a distance from others.

Even if she were to find out what happened that night, she would only assume that Lucian was being helpful by stopping Jack.

Lucian was certain about that.

Jack paled.

"I just want to take a look at her. Also, there's something I want to ask her about," Jack said, wanting to find out more about the situation this time.

However, seemingly having read his mind, Lucian uttered, "The three of us are the only ones here. There's no need for you to put up a show, Mr. Damaris." Jack frowned in confusion. "What are you talking about?"

"I've already gotten my men to look into it. There were only three people who were involved in this experiment at the research institute." Lucian's tone was cold as he spoke. "The other person has been working with Roxanne for many years. I doubt he has the need to do something stupid like this. Therefore, you're the only suspect left."

Jack was taken aback.

He never thought that someone would assume that he was the one who did something to the experiment despite how he was wrecked with worry about Roxanne for the entire day.

is a project spearheaded by the Damaris family. Why would I do something like this?" Jack questioned, finding Lucian's doubts

Lucian furrowed his brows.

question he had mulled

not seem like he had the motive

to that conclusion

people in the experiment, and

was still suspicious of him, he icily said, "Where is your evidence if you think that I'm the one behind this? People will

Lucian promised, the temperature around him

to take in several deep breaths before he could calm himself down again. "Well, before

remained rooted to his spot, regardless. "Same goes for you. Before you can prove that you're innocent,

done with Lucian's constant suspicion, and at that very moment, he felt like lunging toward

Like Jack, Lucian scowled.

seconds, both men were as tense as beasts

standing at the side, was equally uneasy, ready to stop Jack at

the tension in the air, so none noticed the elevator doors sliding

Jonathan came out with the

"Lucian..."

done with his task, he was struck with