The Abandoned Wife

Chapter 1373

They were slurping their pasta when Roxanne's phone rang.

Roxanne's gaze shifted to the caller ID on her phone before she shot a quick, apprehensive look at Lucian. It was clear she was unsure whether to answer or not. Sensing her gaze, Lucian immediately knew who it was. "It's Jack, isn't it?"

Roxanne nodded. "I told him I might be late, so he's probably calling to find out what happened. I'll head out to answer it."

She got up, ready to leave.

However, Lucian stopped her. "You can answer it here. It's related to work, anyway."

In other words, he was saying that Roxanne had no reason to hide from him if it was a work call.

Roxanne returned to her seat and answered the call. "Mr. Damaris."

Jack's tired voice rang out. "I'm sorry. I was busy with the medical consultation and just got a chance to look at my phone. What happened?"

car broke down halfway. She

was alone and expressed

"I'm fine. The car is being repaired, and I believe it will be ready soon. You don't have to

"Do you need help? Should I ask someone to pick

Roxanne glanced at Lucian.

head was lowered as he focused on eating his pasta. He didn't seem to have heard

hurry up and treat the elderly people. I'll join you after I've arrived," Roxanne

Roxanne agreed.

ended,

swamped with work. She felt compelled to go there to lend them a

for the car to

was doing.

out to

was answered shortly

doing everything we can. Your speedometer needs to be replaced, but unfortunately, we don't have the same model in our workshop. But we've already placed an order for it, and it should be delivered soon." sᴇaʀᴄh thᴇ

scrunched up. "How

hour. I'm