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?"

her car broke down halfway. She didn't mention

was alone

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

still sounded concerned. "Do you need help? Should I ask

Roxanne glanced at Lucian.

as he focused on eating his pasta.

treat the elderly people. I'll join you after I've arrived," Roxanne rejected his offer calmly. Jack didn't insist and reminded

Roxanne agreed.

ended, she

work. She felt compelled

take for the car to

he was doing. "Let

pulled his phone out to

was answered shortly

"I understand that you're in a hurry, and we're 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

"How much

I'm already urging them, so