The Abandoned Wife

Lucian didn't expect his father to be in such a hurry to go and pick Estella up.

After hanging up the phone, he glanced at the time. Seeing that it was still relatively early, he wanted to phone Roxanne to inform her about the situation. But on second thought, he snagged his jacket and wen downstairs.

Downstairs, Catalina had just prepared dinner. When she saw her employer coming down, she hollered, "The food is ready, Mr. Farwell."

Lucian halted in his steps for a fleeting second. "Go on and eat. I'm not having dinner at home."

Having said that, he left in huge strides without waiting for a response from her.

Catalina stared at the man's back, bewildered for a moment. In the next heartbeat, understanding dawned upon her.

Aha! Who else could induce such an expression on Mr. Farwell's face? He must be on his way out to visit Ms. Jarvis once more. Thus, he's also likely having dinner there!

just finished cooking dinner and led the three children to the dining table. They had all taken their seats

stunned before she spun on her heel and went to

Miralaea, the man's demeanor

with such an expression, Roxanne still felt

only ever been cold

here? Didn't we agree on you staying away for two days?" Corralling her thoughts, she regarded Lucian before her in

they avoid meeting each other for the next two

but she didn't expect Lucian to pay

a brow, his tone teasing. "Shouldn't you allow me in first if you want to avoid being seen with me? If I

Roxanne's eyes, and she hastily turned

she carefully peeked out. It wasn't until after she had darted her eyes around and

all tense and wary, Lucian assured in a deep voice, "Don't worry. I had the bodyguards do a sweep of the area." Only then

she really didn't

Benny, and Estella greatly. They didn't even bother eating anymore

was extraordinarily