Home / Romance / The abandoned Wife / Unexpected encounter

Share

Unexpected encounter

Author: Titi Love
last update Last Updated: 2024-09-01 09:47:37

Roxanne thought she was just there to sign the contract, and she didn’t expect to be invited to a banquet.

Since she was dealing with a potential business partner, she thought it would be disrespectful for her to show up wearing a suit.

After giving it some thought, Roxanne gave Madilyn a call.

Madilyn picked up the call fairly quickly, and she asked, “What’s up, Roxanne? Aren’t you in Summerbank for work?”

A day before she went to Summerbank, Roxanne had asked Madilyn to help her take care of Archie and Benny.

Madilyn thought Roxanne was worried about Archie and Benny because of the sudden phone call, so she said, “Don’t worry, okay? I’ve already sent Archie and Benny to the kindergarten, and I watched them go in.”

Roxanne chuckled and answered, “With you in charge, I’m not worried. I just want to know if you know of any boutiques in Summerbank. I’m attending a banquet this evening.”

Hearing that, Madilyn raised her brows in puzzlement. “Aren’t you there to sign a contract? How did y
Locked Chapter
Continue to read this book on the APP

Related chapters

  • The abandoned Wife    Unforeseen Partners

    Roxanne pursed her lips in annoyance and tried to free herself from his grip. However, her effort was futile.Lucian noticed her intention, and he said with a solemn expression, “Are you really going to hail a taxi, dressed like that? Can’t you see what the weather is like?”“You don’t have to worry about me, Mr. Farwell. I can take care of myself,” Roxanne replied coldly.That was when Lucian realized he had made his concern for her too obvious. He then furrowed his brows and said, “I doubt you can get a taxi now. By the time you get a taxi, you’ll be late for the banquet.”Hearing that, Roxanne turned her head to check out the street. He’s right. Neon Boutique is in such a secluded area, and the road barely has cars pa*sing by. Heck, I don’t even see a taxi in this area unless I walk further down the road. Even so, I don’t want Lucian to give me a ride.Roxanne then turned her head back toward Lucian. When she was about to say something, her phone suddenly rang.Roxanne frowned and

    Last Updated : 2024-09-01
  • The abandoned Wife    Unimaginable Encounter

    Roxanne frowned in exasperation. Not knowing where to begin, she merely said, “We met by coincidence downstairs.”However, Larry looked doubtful.Seeing his expression, Roxanne relaxed her brows and said pleadingly, “Anyway, it’s not what you think. It’s impossible between me and him.”She did not want anyone to misunderstand her relationship with Lucian.Seeing her sincerity, Larry smiled gently and stopped pursuing the matter. Instead, he said, “Mr. Lynch is resting upstairs, and Mr. Ziegler is keeping him company. They’re waiting for you. Are you looking for them?”Roxanne had been searching for them the entire day but to no avail. As soon as she heard Larry’s words, she heaved a sigh of relief and nodded. “Where are they? Can you please take me to them? I’ve got something important to discuss with Mr. Ziegler, and I need to apologize to Mr. Lynch.”Larry gladly agreed. He brought her out of the banquet hall and headed upstairs.At the same time, Lucian watched them leave, looking

    Last Updated : 2024-09-01
  • The abandoned Wife    Mistaken Gestures: Roxanne and Lucian's Rift

    Joseph’s face fell when he heard her rejection, and his tone sounded insistent. “I think you’ve misunderstood my intentions. I don’t mean that kind of friendship.”Roxanne frowned in confusion, not understanding what he meant.Joseph smirked mysteriously. “One night should be enough for us to get to know each other.”That sentence had clearly displayed his intentions.Roxanne was momentarily stunned, but she quickly realized what he was saying. Her expression turned frosty. “I’m not interested. Please stop disturbing me. I want to be alone for a while.”Joseph scowled at her second rejection.Unfortunately, there were too many people at the banquet. Thus, he could not do anything to her. Instead, he straightened his body unhappily and lifted his winegla*s toward her. With a threatening tone, he said, “If that’s the case, surely you won’t refuse this toast, right?”Roxanne appeared hesitant.Joseph was obviously a notorious playboy, and she did not know if he would pull any tricks on h

    Last Updated : 2024-09-01
  • The abandoned Wife    Fragile Loyalties: Roxanne Amidst Conflict

    As Joseph noticed Lucian getting nearer to them, he glanced at his friends who were standing not far away. Joseph steeled himself and stood in front of Lucian. “Do you know this woman?”Lucian slowly came to a stop as his gaze emotionlessly swept over the man in front of him before returning to Roxanne’s face.The woman in question had cast her gaze downward, and her lips were pursed. She did not seem to want his help at all.Noticing her reaction, Lucian felt like he was being mocked.Even at this stage was Roxanne still trying to avoid him.Since that was her wish, Lucian would grant it.Upon thinking of that, Lucian looked away. “I don’t know her.”Joseph inwardly heaved a sigh of relief when he heard those words.The man on the floor scrambled to get up. He pointed at Lucian’s back and exclaimed, “Why did you kick me?” His voice was full of anger.Lucian only shot him a cold look.The man on the floor suddenly felt a chill run up his spine. He zipped his mouth sheepishly.It was a

    Last Updated : 2024-09-01
  • The abandoned Wife    Intersecting Destinies: Roxanne's Choices

    Once Joseph and the crowd scurried away, only Lucian and Roxanne were left in the corridor.Roxanne’s wrist was still in Lucian’s grip.Realizing that he did not seem to be releasing her any time soon, Roxanne was not annoyed at all. She merely said in a calm voice, “Everyone’s gone. You can let go of me now, Mr. Farwell. I won’t run away.”Lucian stared at her for a few seconds before slowly relaxing his grip.Roxanne’s eyebrows furrowed as she rubbed her aching wrist. She took two steps backward and looked up at Lucian. “Is there anything else, Mr. Farwell?”Lucian frowned upon hearing that.He had saved her, but she did not even thank him for it. Instead, she had asked him if there was anything else.“I’ve helped you out again, and this is your attitude toward me?” Lucian’s tone was laced with coldness.Roxanne’s lips curled mockingly. “Help? If you really wanted to help me, you wouldn’t have said those words to Joseph. You’re only using me for your own benefit. There’s no need to

    Last Updated : 2024-09-03
  • The abandoned Wife    Mid-Air Turbulence: Unsettled Encounters

    In the car opposite the main road, the driver noticed the sudden change in atmosphere. His palms started sweating as the air surrounding them seemed to have dropped by a few degrees.It was after a long time that Lucian stopped looking at the entrance to the hotel. “Let’s go back,” he ordered in a cold voice.The driver acknowledged his instructions and started the engine, driving toward the hotel that Lucian was staying at.Roxanne had no idea that Lucian had seen her. She opened the door to the pa*senger seat and got into Larry’s car.The moment she entered the car, she politely took off Larry’s coat and placed it in the backseat.After getting the address to her hotel, Larry revved up the engine.Both of them remained silent for the entire journey. Roxanne looked out the window to stare at the scenery outside and soon fell into deep thought.She couldn’t understand Lucian’s attitude earlier at all.“You just left like that. What about Mr. Farwell?” Larry suddenly asked.Roxanne onl

    Last Updated : 2024-09-03
  • The abandoned Wife    Skybound Emotions: Unveiling Gratitude

    Right at that moment, no one could listen to the announcement through the speakers anymore. The plane erupted into chaos, with wails and screams sounding from every part of the plane. There were even some pa*sengers demanding answers to their questions.It was Roxanne’s first time experiencing such a situation as well. Although she felt uneasy, she still managed to calm herself down.Yet as she listened to what was going on around her, the uneasy feeling in her heart seemed to have grown stronger.The airplane was still experiencing turbulence.Suddenly, someone cried out, “My kids are waiting for me at home.”Roxanne clearly heard that sentence. Her eyes widened, and the restlessness in her heart seemed to have increased greatly.My kids… Archie and Benny are still waiting for me at home.Roxanne was already selfish enough to keep their family background a secret. She could not bear to think what would happen to them if something were to happen to her.The moment she imagined her two

    Last Updated : 2024-09-03
  • The abandoned Wife    Unwanted Assistance

    Roxanne remained seated in her seat, watching as the man left the plane. It was a while before she slowly stood up.Just as she did, a wave of nausea hit her. It seemed to be a physical reaction after stress.Roxanne grabbed the seat in front of her to stabilize herself. Once she regained her balance, she carefully got off the plane.As she walked to the immigration gate, her entire body ached uncomfortably while her stomach lurched painfully.Upon getting inside the airport, she made a beeline to the nearest restroom.“Jeez!” A voice laced with annoyance rang out. A pa*serby was walking with their luggage when Roxanne accidentally bumped into him.Roxanne tried her best to suppress the discomfort she was feeling and hastily bowed to the man to apologize. She continued to run toward the restroom with a hand covering her mouth.Not far away, Lucian heard the commotion behind him. He instinctively turned around to see what was going on and managed to catch sight of Roxanne dashing into

    Last Updated : 2024-09-04

Latest chapter

  • The abandoned Wife    Family Ties Unraveled: A Heart-Wrenching Encounter

    Roxanne had long guessed Sonya would treat her with an unpleasant attitude. Although she was displeased, she didn’t show it on her face.“It’s Essie and Mr. Farwell’s wishes that Essie stays here. As you’re her grandma, I have nothing to say if you want to bring her back, but I hope you respect Essie’s opinions.”Sonya frowned in displeasure.I’ve already asked Essie just now. I wonder what sorcery Roxanne has cast on her to make her refuse to go home. That’s why I turned to ask Roxanne, but I didn’t expect this woman to be so tactless!Sonya was livid.Just then, Estella spoke. “Grandma, I don’t want to go home. I want to stay here and play with Archie and Benny.”Estella looked at Sonya pitifully.Usually, when Estella wore such an expression, Sonya would have gone along with her wishes. However, she was filled with rage right now, so Estella’s look only added fuel to the fire.“You have to go home even if you don’t want to. You belong to the Farwell family. How can you stay at some

  • The abandoned Wife    Unsettled reunion

    Ten minutes ago, Catalina had been instructing the rest of the household staff on their chores when she heard the doorbell ring.The moment she opened the door, she saw that it was Sonya.Before Catalina could greet her, Sonya questioned her, “Where’s Essie? Tell Essie to come out. Tell her that her grandma is here.”Catalina was put in a difficult position.Estella had not been in the manor for the past few days.She had thought that the little girl was with Sonya.However, judging from Sonya’s reaction, Catalina knew there and then that Estella was with Roxanne.It was obvious that Sonya must have discovered that, and that explained her anger.As a servant, Catalina did not know how to answer her question. In the end, she replied, “I will inform Mr. Farwell right away.”She was about to go and seek help from Lucian when Sonya stopped her in her tracks.“I want to see Essie. If she doesn’t come down, I will go up myself.”With that, she began to walk upstairs.Catalina had no choice

  • The abandoned Wife    Unraveling Ties

    “Please wait for a moment as Mrs. Farwell is taking a nap. I’ll tell her you’re here.” After inviting Aubree to sit on the couch in the living hall, the butler was ready to go up to call Sonya.Aubree knitted her brows and responded, “It’s okay. I can go up and check on her.”The butler knew Sonya doted on her. He hesitated but eventually agreed to allow her to go upstairs.Aubree responded with a nod. After plastering a smile on her face, she took the stairs and went up.Sonya had just woken up from her nap in the master bedroom upstairs. Upon hearing a knock on the door, she opened it right away.“Mrs. Farwell.” Aubree grinned politely. “I hope I’m not disturbing you.”Sonya, too, responded with a smile when she realized it was Aubree. “Not at all. I just woke up.”Aubree walked up to her and held her arm affectionately. “I brought you lots of gifts. Let’s go down and check them out.”“Aww, you’re too sweet.” Sonya glanced at her. “You didn’t have to do that. I’m happy that you’re h

  • The abandoned Wife    Veiled Schemes

    The search lasted the entire morning.The grim-faced Cayden, who returned with his subordinates in the afternoon, said, “We found nothing, Mr. Farwell.”Admittedly, Cory was an excellent private investigator.Cayden could not help but wonder how he had managed to keep in touch with his employers.Not only did Cayden not find any evidence of how the mastermind instructed Cory to spy on Roxanne, but he also could not find proof that could expose Cory’s identity as a private investigator.Cory began playing the sympathy card. “Mr. Farwell, I told you no one instructed me to do anything.”Lucian waited for half a day but did not get the answer he was looking for. His eyes blazed with fury when he saw the pretentious innocent look on the culprit’s face.“If no one put you up to this, why did you stalk her?” he asked.Cory blinked innocently. “B-Because I find Ms. Jarvis attractive. I wished to snap photos of her since I was trying my hand at photography.”He had felt nervous before Cayden

  • The abandoned Wife    Silent Interrogation

    Meanwhile, Lucian, too, ordered Cayden to investigate the issue.With Farwell Group’s financial capability, the investigation was carried out effortlessly.In less than an hour, Cayden had managed to bring the private investigator to Farwell Group.It was not until the private investigator was led to Farwell Group’s entrance that he realized something was off.“D-Did I do something wrong? Why did you bring me here?”Cayden cast him a cold glance. “Why are you asking me that? I’m not the one who calls the shots here. You’ll find out soon.”The private investigator’s legs trembled when he heard Cayden’s words.The only person who came to mind when he thought of the person who called the shots for Farwell Group was none other than Lucian Farwell.The private investigator had recently been following Roxanne around on Aubree’s orders. During those times, he had indeed seen Roxanne interacting with Lucian.Yet, he paid no mind to that.After all, he was merely doing as instructed. He did no

  • The abandoned Wife    Unraveling Secrets

    Upon hearing that, the doubtful Roxanne and Madilyn exchanged glances.They had spoken to nearly all the research institutes that could develop that specific bacterium in Horington, and only that research institute confirmed that their laboratory had previously lost the bacteria.Although it happened half a month ago, the bacteria could remain viable as long as they were appropriately preserved.Madilyn was aware of that and didn’t hesitate to ask, “How did you guys lose the bacteria back then? Do you guys have any findings now?”The person’s answer did not disappoint them. “One of the researchers should have taken it,” he said frankly.Madilyn was filled with confusion when she heard that.“Although we have no solid evidence, we were certain about that. Two days after the bacteria went missing, that researcher suddenly quit. We haven’t heard from her since then,” the person continued.Before Madilyn could speak, Roxanne asked, “What’s the name of that researcher?”The person on the o

  • The abandoned Wife    Lost and Found Bacteria

    At the side, Estella had her head lifted and gazed at Roxanne, looking hopeful.Roxanne’s gaze flickered. Only after obtaining Lucian’s promise did she forcibly suppress the worry within her.“Got it. I’ll take good care of Essie for the next few days.”Lucian indifferently inclined his head a fraction in acknowledgment. Shortly after, he took his leave and left.Roxanne watched as his car disappeared into the distance before bringing Archie, Benny, and Estella into the mansion.All three children were already starving to the point that their stomachs growled incessantly.Without tarrying, Roxanne prepared some quick and easy breakfast to fill their stomachs first.After having breakfast, she had the children play by themselves while she stood up and went into the study.She simply couldn’t sit back and do nothing about the person who used the bacteria on the children.Worse still, Lucian left Estella at her place. Hence, she wanted to catch the culprit as soon as possible to eliminat

  • The abandoned Wife    Unexpected Arrangements

    “Have you and the kids been here?”Lucian came to a stop under a gigantic tree.Stopping with him, Roxanne looked around before shaking her head. “No.”That tree was located at the edge of the woods.Yesterday, she had been with Archie, Benny, and Estella in the woods or by the waterfall.As such, they indeed hadn’t been to that particular spot.Nodding in understanding, Lucian motioned for her to take a look at the bottom of the tree.Roxanne followed his gaze and took a closer look, upon which she made out a vague footprint.From the looks of it, it obviously belonged to an adult.As the footprints moved toward the edge of the gra*sy area, they grew increasingly faint.Therefore, she had no way of knowing whether the owner of those footprints had gone anywhere near the tent.However, it was certain that someone else was there yesterday other than her and the children.In fact, that person had been watching from the side while she was playing with the children.That realization had a

  • The abandoned Wife    Revelation And Resilience

    After Archie, Benny, and Estella had dozed off, Roxanne turned off the small night light in the tent.Consequently, the tent was pitch-dark right then, and she had no idea whether Lucian was asleep on the other side.Well, I didn’t hear any movement in a long time, so he has probably gone to sleep.At that thought, Roxanne quietly got up and left the tent. She sat outside under the moonlight alone and stared blankly into space.The weather had been great for the past two days. The moon shone brightly, but there weren’t many stars in the sky.For safety reasons, Lucian had the headlights turned on, illuminating the tent’s surroundings and rendering it like daylight.As Roxanne looked at the scenery around her, her mind gradually began drifting.Too many things had happened that day.At first, the children suddenly contracted a bacterial infection. Then, she inexplicably ended up in the same space as Lucian.Both of the incidents had her emotions turn into a jumbled mess.While she was

DMCA.com Protection Status