Fractured Ties: The Echoes of an Evening

For some reason, the atmosphere is never pleasant whenever Mr. Farwell spends time with Ms. Jarvis.

“Mommy! You’re back!”

As soon as Roxanne walked through the door, the three children greeted her with lovely smiles.

It was the first time they saw Roxanne’s outfit. “You look so pretty tonight, Mommy,” Benny said sweetly.

Roxanne’s mood improved when she saw the three children, and she beamed at his compliment. “Thank you, my dear.”

Archie was about to add something when he saw another figure entering through the door.

Though the corners of his mouth turned downward after he recognized the figure, he still politely greeted his guest, albeit somewhat distantly. “Hello, Mr. Farwell.”

The sound of his brother’s voice drew Benny’s attention to the person behind his mother. A look of anticipation flashed in his eyes as he greeted the man obediently.

Lucian nodded curtly to the two boys.

Despite his claims of coming for Estella, Lucian’s gaze merely swept over the girl before landing on Roxa