Leaving The Country After Divorce

Chapter 1657-1688

Chapter 1657 Regarding Himself Far Too Highly

A flash of hesitation flittered across Frieda’s eyes.

But at the thought that Roxanne was an indispensable part of their subsequent plan,
she ultimately relented, “Okay, got it. I’ll go and ask him about it.”

Thereafter, Jonathan added, “Don’t contact him anymore after the incident this time!
Someone willing to help Aubree is definitely no decent man!”

Frieda was chagrined inwardly, but she still agreed docilely on the surface. Then, she
spun on her heel and went upstairs.

When she returned to her room, she called the phone number Shawn gave her for the
first time.

In no time, someone answered the call on the other end of the phone.

“Why did you call me at this hour, Ms. Queen? Are you missing me?”

Shawn’s voice was incredibly suggestive.

Enthralled by his voice, Frieda fell into a trance for several seconds.

Following that, Shawn chuckled, his eyes sparkling with devious glee. “We truly have a
telepathic connection.”

That caught Frieda off guard. “Huh? What do you mean?”

“I happened to be thinking of you, and you called me. What’s that if not a telepathic
connection?” Shawn teased.

Splotches of crimson slowly stained Frieda’s face. She went silent for a few seconds
before she finally succeeded in suppressing the shyness and delight within her.
Feigning calmness, she stated, “I’m seeking you out for something important.”

Shawn’s expression remained indifferent, but he sounded earnest beyond words. “What
is it? As long as it’s something to do with you, I’ll definitely spare no effort.”

To him, it was truly a piece of cake to manipulate a naïve girl like Frieda.
When Frieda heard that, her heart fluttered once more. Her voice also softened
considerably. “Roxanne has been poisoned, and no one is able to cure her for the time
being. I’d like to ask whether you are acquainted with any skilled doctors.”

What? Something has happened to Roxanne?

In a flash, Shawn’s expression turned frosty.

If my memory serves, she’s Lucian’s lover. Yet, someone dared to make a move
against her?

“Who did it? And what is the culprit’s motive?” Shawn questioned icily.

The change in his tone took Frieda aback momentarily before she gathered her wits
about her. “It was Jack Damaris. From the conversation between my brother and
Lucian, I heard that he seemingly wants to use Roxanne to blackmail Lucian, hoping to
obtain some benefits from the latter.”

“Him? What a joke! Is he even worthy of having designs on the Farwell family? He’s
merely from a prestigious family in the medical field. Clearly, he regards himself far too
highly! How dare he steal my prey from me!”

Shawn snorted disdainfully.

The Farwell family’s rival can only be me! If anyone dares to interfere, that’s akin to
challenging me!

His tone struck terror into Frieda. In a daze, she felt like she had again seen the man
who negotiated with Aubree that night. Her attraction toward him instantly disappeared
into thin air. Fearful, she remained quiet, not daring to utter a word.

“I got it. There’s indeed a renowned doctor living in seclusion in the north. I’ll send
someone to invite him over immediately. Tell Lucian not to agree to Jack’s terms!”
Shawn asserted.

If Farwell Group were to be affected by this matter, it’d be downright boring for me when
I make my move against Lucian in the future!

Frieda acquiesced softly.

Seemingly sensing her fear, Shawn gentled his voice. “I’m only helping because of you.
If it weren’t for you, I wouldn’t care whether Roxanne lives or dies.”

Despite all he had said mere moments ago, Frieda couldn’t help believing him. She
again found herself falling for him.
“If I manage to convince that doctor to accept my invitation, I’ll be coming back with him
tomorrow. Will you come and pick me up?” Shawn coaxed, his eyes narrowed a
fraction.

Unbidden, Frieda’s heart skipped a beat. “Yeah. Just tell me the time.”

Chuckling deeply, Shawn fed her a few more honeyed words before hanging up the
phone.

Chapter 1658 Emergency Treatment

At the hospital, Madilyn let the experts enter the ward, as she was worried sick about
Roxanne.

The group stayed in the ward from the afternoon until midnight to figure out a treatment
method, but they did not manage to reach a conclusion.

Still, Madilyn was unwilling to give up.

As a doctor, she badly wanted to wake Roxanne with her own ability.

However, the experts had already stayed up the whole night yesterday. As most of them
were old, they were exhausted after working for so long.

Left with no choice, Madilyn could only let them rest first.

“Roxanne, you have incredible medical skills. Can you give me a hint and tell me how to
save you?”

As the ward quieted down, Madilyn turned to look at Roxanne on the bed and
murmured while holding her hand.

I wish I was the one lying here instead. If I were the one unconscious right now,
Roxanne would definitely know how to save me.

Just as Madilyn was immersed in despair and guilt, she saw Roxanne’s eyelashes
tremble a little.

Madilyn widened her eyes. Thinking that it was just her imagination, she tightened her
grip around Roxanne’s hand and asked, “Roxanne? Can you hear me?”

Slowly, Roxanne’s eyebrows furrowed together. It seemed as if she was about to wake
up.

Madilyn was certain she was not seeing things. She hurriedly stood up and pressed the
call bell beside the bed.
It hadn’t been long since the experts left the ward, so Madilyn strode out of the ward
and yelled at them to return.

The experts couldn’t help but feel nervous. “What’s wrong, Dr. Xander? Did Ms. Jarvis
show any response?”

Nodding fervently, Madilyn said, “Hurry here and take a look. I think she’s about to wake
up!”

Then she walked back into the ward to check on Roxanne.

The experts followed her and came in one after another.

They stared at Roxanne, their sleepiness totally gone thanks to the news that she might
be waking up soon.

Roxanne’s frown deepened. Even though she was unconscious, her face contorted with
pain.

An expert pointed out uneasily, “I don’t think this is a sign of Ms. Jarvis waking up. It’s
more like…”

He trailed off and didn’t dare to continue for fear that his words would come true.

Madilyn was also a doctor herself, after all. When she saw Roxanne’s expression, she
soon understood what was going on. “Get ready for emergency treatment!”

Everyone present was an experienced expert, and the ward was well-equipped with all
kinds of equipment.

They quickly decided on the attending doctor, and the others cooperated with him deftly.

Roxanne seemed to be in terrible pain. Her face flushed red, and she began gasping for
air.

Madilyn was holding Roxanne’s hand when she suddenly felt the latter clutching her
hand in return. The grip was so strong that it hurt Madilyn.

Lowering her head, Madilyn could see veins popping out on Roxanne’s arm.

“Roxanne…”

Madilyn’s eyes turned red with tears.

How awful could her pain be that she’s gripping me so tightly while she’s unconscious?
What in the world did Jack do to her?
Then and there, Madilyn made up her mind that she would never let that hypocritical
Jack off.

“Don’t be scared. You’ll be fine soon. I will cure you. I promise I’ll cure you.”

Despite knowing that Roxanne couldn’t hear her, Madilyn spoke reassuringly and firmly.

After some time, the doctor in charge of treating Roxanne wiped away his cold sweat.
With a somber expression, he said, “Ms. Jarvis is in pain because her blood vessels are
contracting and expanding repeatedly. We can’t let this go on! We have to use
sedatives on her!”

Chapter 1659 How Much Pain

When Lucian reached the ward and noticed the experts were nowhere to be seen in the
corridor, his heart lurched.

He walked up to the door and opened it. The expert’s words happened to reach his ears
at that moment, and his face darkened immediately.

“Mr. Farwell…”

At the sight of Lucian, the experts lowered their heads in guilt.

Before Lucian left, he had asked them to take good care of Roxanne. Now that he saw
Roxanne in such a state, they would likely be held accountable for it.

Lucian stalked to the bed. Looking at Roxanne’s expression of pain, he said, “Don’t
mind me. Help her first!”

Even when Colby tampered with the experiment last time, Roxanne did not appear to
suffer this much.

What drug did Jack use on her that she’s hurting so much even when she’s
unconscious?

As Lucian looked at Roxanne, he felt as if he could sense her pain.

His heart hurt so badly that he almost could not breathe.

Although Madilyn was concerned about Roxanne, she stepped aside to make space for
Lucian and went to help.

Standing beside the bed, Lucian held Roxanne’s hand. He felt so heavy-hearted that he
couldn’t utter a word. How he wished he was the one lying there and suffering instead.
After being injected with sedatives, Roxanne looked visibly better. Still, the atmosphere
was tense as everyone stood there, low-spirited.

While the sedatives temporarily relieved Roxanne’s symptoms, vasoconstriction was no

trivial matter.

Roxanne could die from an aneurysm at any time, but they couldn’t find the cause of her
vasoconstriction.

Following another round of emergency treatment, Roxanne’s condition was finally under
control.

The experts were all drenched in sweat and totally drained.

“Thank you for your hard work, everyone. Go ahead and rest. Let’s continue to think of
treatment methods tomorrow,” said Madilyn before escorting the experts out of the
ward.

With that, only three people were left.

Roxanne’s face was as white as a sheet as she breathed faintly.

While Madilyn and Lucian watched her, they felt heartbroken.

“Did you drop by the Queen residence? What did Mr. Queen say?” asked Madilyn.

Lucian closed his eyes to contain the churning emotions within him before repeating
Jonathan’s words in a grim tone.

Madilyn’s expression turned solemn. “So that means there’s nothing the Queen family
can do now. I don’t know how long we’ll have to wait for those recluse legendary
doctors. Roxanne…”

Madilyn wasn’t sure if Roxanne could hang on until then.

At that thought, Madilyn finally lost control of her emotions. With tearful eyes, she said,
“I’ve been a doctor for so long, but this is my first time seeing an unconscious patient
showing such violent reactions. Just how much pain is Roxanne in?”

They couldn’t imagine how Roxanne could withstand such suffering with her petite
body.

“I will cure her. She’ll be okay!” Lucian declared as he gripped Roxanne’s hand. Madilyn
didn’t know to whom those words were directed.
Lucian would never allow things to end just like this. They hadn’t even held their
wedding and done the things they didn’t get to do before.

Holding back her tears, Madilyn stated, “The three days Jack mentioned might be the
time it would take for the drug to take effect. It hasn’t even been three days, yet
Roxanne is already being tortured like this.”

Madilyn couldn’t bring herself to imagine what would actually happen to Roxanne after
three days.

Just the possibility of Roxanne dying due to pain while she was in a coma made
Madilyn feel suffocated.

Chapter 1660 See You Being Alive

When Lucian heard Madilyn’s words and turned to look at Roxanne’s ashen face, he felt
as if someone was squeezing his heart forcefully, making it struggle to beat.

If what Madilyn said is true, and I can’t find a way to cure Roxanne in three days…

At the thought of the ordeal Roxanne might face and the possibility that he could lose
her because of that, Lucian could no longer suppress his rage. At that moment, a
murderous air surrounded him.

He had thought that the worst thing that could happen was him dying with Roxanne.

However, they still had three children who grew up in incomplete families.

The five of them had just reunited, and it would be too cruel to abandon the three
children again.

As those thoughts fleeted across Lucian’s mind, he was overcome with the urge to tear
Jack apart.

This matter happened because of me. Why didn’t Jack target me? Why did he have to
do something so inhuman to Roxanne?

“Mr. Farwell…” Sensing the murderous air in the ward, Madilyn was startled. “Don’t be
like this. I believe that you’ll find a way to wake Roxanne. She’ll get through this, even if
it’s for the sake of you and the children.”

“I will never let Jack Damaris off!” Lucian growled with a dark look.

He wanted Jack to end up much worse than Colby.

Hatred painted Madilyn’s countenance. “Of course, but Roxanne is the priority now.
Three days will pass by quickly. We have to come up with a way soon!”

Clenching his jaw, Lucian forced himself to calm down. He let go of Roxanne’s hand
and said to Madilyn, “I will. You must be tired after working the entire day. Go and get
some rest.”

Madilyn was unwilling to leave, but she knew Lucian felt as terrible as she was.

Maybe he wants to tell Roxanne something in private.

With that in mind, Madilyn cast a reluctant glance at Roxanne before turning to leave.

The door shut with a heavy thud. As Lucian turned back to gaze at the woman on the
bed, dejection clouded his features.

“Roxanne, if I fail to think of a way after three days, don’t hate me after you wake up…”

Madilyn’s words just now had left a huge dent in Lucian’s heart.

When he returned earlier, Roxanne had already been in agony for a while, so what he
had witnessed might not be her most painful moment.

Lucian was uncertain if Roxanne would really be able to get through the three days.

And even if she could, Lucian could not bear to let Roxanne undergo such torment.

Upon recalling the scene earlier, Lucian was overwhelmed with a sense of
powerlessness. For the first time in his life, he felt useless.

He had repeatedly promised Roxanne that he would protect her and the children, yet he
was the one who put her in this state.

“I’m really useless, aren’t I?” Lucian lifted Roxanne’s hand to his lips and kissed it softly,
wanting to seek solace.

Only Lucian’s low voice could be heard in the ward as he murmured, “If I still can’t find a
way after three days, then I can only agree to Jack’s request. If you want to hate me
after you wake up, hate me all you want. That’s still better than you forgetting me. At
least I can see you being alive and well if I agree to his request.”

If they really had to reach that point, Lucian didn’t mind letting Roxanne go far away with
the three children.

He’d rather have her hate him and stay away from him than see her lying in the hospital
bed like a lifeless person.
Chapter 1661 High And Mighty
Early the next morning, Frieda hurried to the airport.

She had received a text from Shawn the night before stating that he would be returning
with that legendary doctor.

Frieda was so excited that she barely slept. The moment the sun peeked over the
horizon, she got up, dressed up, and left the house right on time.

Around ten minutes after she arrived at the airport, she spotted the striking Shawn in the
crowd.

Because of Shawn’s impressive aura and height, he was always an eye-catching

presence wherever he went.

In fact, a lot of people around him were staring at him, as they thought he was a
celebrity.

When Frieda saw Shawn walking toward her, her heart began to race.

As he came to a stop in front of her, she held back her exhilaration and greeted, “You’re
back.”

After giving her a once-over, Shawn curled his lips and remarked, “You look pretty
today.”

Frieda instantly blushed, feeling at a loss for what to respond.

“Let me do the introductions. This is Old Mr. Lomax, the King of Medicine of Merania,
who has lived in seclusion for years.”

Turning to Peregrine Lomax, Shawn said respectfully, “Old Mr. Lomax, this is Frieda
Queen, the granddaughter of the Queen family.”

Frieda’s attention was focused on Shawn all this time. It was only when Shawn began
speaking that she realized there was an old man beside him.

The old man was thin, and he was considerably tall, as he was just a few centimeters
shorter than Shawn. Though his face was wrinkly with age, his eyes gleamed coldly and
made him look aloof.

From the way he carried himself, one could easily see that he was no ordinary man.

Moreover, Shawn clearly treated him with high regard.

“It’s nice to meet you, Mr. Peregrine,” Frieda hurriedly greeted politely.

Peregrine glanced at her indifferently and replied, “I’ve seen you when you were young,
but I’d prefer you not call me that. Just call me Old Mr. Lomax like this young man from
the Crawford family.”

Frieda’s smile stiffened at that.

She only addressed Peregrine that way because she wanted to cotton up to him.

Jonathan owned access to the Queen family’s connections now. Naturally, Frieda
wanted to develop her own network as well.

To her surprise, the old man before her was way too stubborn.

Shawn shot Frieda a look just then, so she had no choice but to agree meekly.

“I understand, Old Mr. Lomax.”

Nodding slightly, Peregrine said, “Crawford, I’m tired. Where can I rest?”

With a smile, Shawn led the way. The Crawford family’s driver was already waiting
outside. The trio got into the car, with Frieda sitting in the passenger seat.

Shawn and Peregrine sat in the back. The latter would pipe up occasionally, asking
Shawn about how the Crawford family was doing lately.

Though Peregrine acted high and mighty, Shawn did not show any signs of impatience.

After all, Peregrine was indeed a capable man.

He was not the one who dubbed himself the King of Medicine. Instead, it was a title his
peers in the medical field had been calling him by in the past few decades.

In fact, Peregrine almost joined the State Secrets Protection Department because of his
skills.

Sadly, an explosion that happened during a research and development project sixteen
years ago injured and even killed many of Peregrine’s mentees, causing him to lose his
will to go on.

The explosion had happened because of him. Although he was not subject to criminal
liability since it was an accident, he already labeled himself as an unforgivable sinner.

Ever since then, Peregrine had disappeared from everyone’s sight and even declined
the government’s invitation.
Chapter 1662 Get Her To Introduce You
Shawn was merely trying his luck when he went to ask Peregrine for his help.

When Peregrine was severely injured some time ago, it was the Crawford family who
had helped and bore the medical expenses for him and his disciples. The elderly man
owed them a debt of gratitude.

When Alister Crawford fell seriously ill years later, the Crawfords invited Peregrine out
of seclusion to treat him.

In other words, the Crawfords and Peregrine had called it quits.

Shawn had gone to look for Peregrine, not knowing if he would agree to come out of
seclusion.

Fortunately, the elderly man still appreciated the kindness of the Crawford family.

When Shawn arrived at his residence and expressed his intentions, Peregrine only
hesitated for a moment before agreeing to his request.

“Back then, the Crawford family saved so many of my disciples. Every life they had
saved was a debt I owed. When you asked me to save another person’s life, I’ve no
reason to refuse your request! I’ll do it!” That had been Peregrine’s response.

He wasted no time and joined Shawn on their way to the airport, disregarding the need
to pack his belongings.

Even Shawn found it hard to believe how smoothly everything went.

“How is Old Mr. Queen doing?” After asking about the Crawford family’s current
situation and learning that Alister was in the pink of health, Peregrine turned to Frieda,
simply asking out of concern for an old friend.
Shawn was merely trying his luck when he went to ask Peregrine for his help.

Frieda replied respectfully, “My grandfather also fell ill recently, but he has just
recovered. Do you have the time to visit him and provide treatment for him once more?”

She was trying to get in his good books.

However, Peregrine was not buying it. “It’s good that he has recovered. Someone as
kind as him will get through anything. I’m only good at pharmacology, so I won’t be of
great help to him. His children and grandchildren should take good care of him instead.”

Sensing Frieda’s attempt to flatter him, Peregrine closed his eyes, leaned back in his
chair, and drifted off to sleep after uttering those words.
Frieda was left in a state of awkward silence.

None of them uttered a single word throughout the journey.

An hour later, the car they traveled in slowly came to a halt at the entrance of a mansion
in the suburbs.

Shawn woke Peregrine up in a low voice. “I didn’t take you to the city because I know
you appreciate a peaceful environment. This mansion has everything you need, so
please make yourself at home.”

Peregrine remained silent and simply nodded his head in response. He straightened his
clothing with a quick pat before gracefully stepping out of the car.

Frieda and Shawn followed behind.

Frieda’s face turned grim after Peregrine rejected her twice.

She had no idea what skills he possessed but felt the elderly man had a more inflated
ego than her grandfather. What’s so great about this man anyway? He better not make
a fool of himself later.

“Old Mr. Lomax holds an esteemed position in the medical field, so it’s understandable
for him to exude a certain level of confidence,” Shawn said in consolation despite
feeling displeased by her behavior.

Hearing his words, Frieda forced a smile.

Once they arrived at the mansion, Shawn arranged for Peregrine to have breakfast and
rest before discussing the next course of action.

“Old Mr. Lomax, we can’t delay any longer as the patient’s condition is not optimistic.
But since I’m not convenient to appear in person, may I get Ms. Queen to introduce you
instead?” Shawn asked for Peregrine’s consent respectfully.

The elderly man nodded without expressing any opinion.

Peregrine arrived with a clear intention to treat the patient and was not concerned about
who would introduce him later.

Seeing Peregrine nod in agreement, Shawn gave Frieda a few additional instructions
before sending her back to the Queen family to explain the situation.

Chapter 1663 Repay Your Kindness Generously

Frieda returned to the Queen residence right away.
Jonathan was listening to his assistant’s report in the house.

Out of all the invitations they had sent, a few reclusive famous doctors were unable to
attend while the others had declined the request altogether.

In short, not one of them accepted the invitation.

Jonathan understood those reclusive experts, who could be experienced and set in their
ways, probably had plans of their own.

The Queens were not particularly close to the reclusive experts they had invited, so they
thought using Alfred’s name to reach out to them might help.

Under normal circumstances, Jonathan would not have handled their rejection well, but
the fact that his closest friend’s partner was in danger caused him to feel a sense of
panic.

Jonathan stood up anxiously. “Buy me a plane ticket. I’ll go there and meet them in
person!”

The assistant could only stay silent and keep up with him.

When they were about to leave the mansion, they bumped into Frieda, who was
entering the house. “Jonathan, where are you going? I found someone who can save
Roxanne.”

Frieda’s expression lacked joy. Instead, a hint of smugness lingered on her face as she
conveyed the news to Jonathan.

Upon noticing the expression on Jonathan’s face, she knew he had not found anyone.
Yes! I won!
Frieda returned to the Queen residence right away.

Jonathan was listening to his assistant’s report in the house.

Jonathan was visibly anxious and eager to find out the expert she had managed to
contact. “Who did you manage to get?”

Frieda cleared her throat and said, “I spoke to someone who provided me with the
contact of Peregrine Lomax—Merania’s King of Medicine!”

Jonathan’s eyes widened in shock. “Peregrine Lomax? You managed to get him to
come?”

Frieda’s guilt flickered momentarily across her face, but she quickly regained her
composure. “I told him about the patient’s condition and that she was Dr. Lambert’s
apprentice. I also mentioned that I was from the Queen family. I think he may have
agreed to help because of Grandpa and Dr. Lambert. But he did request a reward of ten
million. Lucian wouldn’t mind spending such a small amount of money, would he?”

It was not difficult to spot the loopholes in Frieda’s story, but Jonathan did not have the
mental capacity to worry about that.

Jonathan confirmed with Frieda, “Are you sure that person is Peregrine Lomax? Where
is he now, and when will he arrive?”

Frieda did not like the way he questioned her. “Yes, he is Peregrine Lomax. I arranged
for him to rest in the suburbs, but he should arrive soon.”

Jonathan hesitated for a moment but decided to trust Frieda’s words. I have no choice
but to believe her!

“Okay, I’ll contact Lucian right now. You go pick up Old Mr. Lomax. We’ll go to the
hospital immediately once he arrives!”

Reluctantly, Frieda agreed and left to call Shawn. She asked him to get someone to
send Peregrine to the city while she would wait for him at a designated location, hoping
to minimize the travel time.

Jonathan immediately called Lucian and told him the good news.

Even though Frieda might not have heard of Peregrine, Jonathan knew very well who
he was. Besides Jack, Old Mr. Lomax will be the only other person in the world who can
save Roxanne!

Upon learning that Frieda had invited a renowned doctor over and hearing Jonathan’s
effusive praise for the doctor, Lucian felt his body begin to stiffen. “Ten million is nothing
to me. I’ll even pay him a hundred million or even one billion!”

The legendary King of Medicine was his and Roxanne’s last hope!

Jonathan also took the opportunity to put in a good word for his sister. “We should thank
Frieda for bringing him here.”

Lucian responded in a deep voice, “I’ll repay your kindness generously if he can cure
Roxanne!”

Jonathan muttered a casual response before hanging up the phone. I don’t expect you
to repay my kindness. My only hope is that you won’t hold a grudge against Frieda
anymore.
“Okey, I’ll contect Lucien right now. You go pick up Old Mr. Lomex. We’ll go to the
hospitel immedietely once he errives!”

Reluctently, Friede egreed end left to cell Shewn. She esked him to get someone to
send Peregrine to the city while she would weit for him et e designeted locetion, hoping
to minimize the trevel time.

Jonethen immedietely celled Lucien end told him the good news.

Even though Friede might not heve heerd of Peregrine, Jonethen knew very well who
he wes. Besides Jeck, Old Mr. Lomex will be the only other person in the world who cen
seve Roxenne!

Upon leerning thet Friede hed invited e renowned doctor over end heering Jonethen’s
effusive preise for the doctor, Lucien felt his body begin to stiffen. “Ten million is nothing
to me. I’ll even pey him e hundred million or even one billion!”

The legendery King of Medicine wes his end Roxenne’s lest hope!

Jonethen elso took the opportunity to put in e good word for his sister. “We should thenk
Friede for bringing him here.”

Lucien responded in e deep voice, “I’ll repey your kindness generously if he cen cure
Roxenne!”

Jonethen muttered e cesuel response before henging up the phone. I don’t expect you
to repey my kindness. My only hope is thet you won’t hold e grudge egeinst Friede
enymore.

Chapter 1664 The Four Peculiar Poisons

It did not take long for Frieda to bring the man over. She only took an hour.

Jonathan quickly greeted, “Old Mr. Lomax.”

Peregrine studied the siblings for a moment before turning to speak to Jonathan in a
nicer tone. “Where’s your grandfather?”

Jonathan furrowed his brows and said, “My grandpa isn’t in the pink of health. He has
been recuperating away from the house recently. If you want to meet him, I’ll bring you
to him after you treat my friend.” Then, fearing that the elderly man would
misunderstand his words, he quickly added, “My friend’s condition is terrible, and she
can’t afford to waste any more time. Please forgive me for making you travel this far.”

Peregrine seemed satisfied with his attitude, for he nodded his head and said, “It’s fine.
Saving a life is more important. Where’s the patient?”
Jonathan immediately replied, “She’s at the hospital. I’ll bring you to her right now.”

With that, he strode forward to lead the way.

Frieda deliberately walked at a slower pace to stay by Peregrine’s side in an attempt to

make her seem closer to him.

After they got into the car, Jonathan drove them to the hospital in a swift but steady
manner.

A while later, the car came to a stop by the entrance of the hospital.

Lucian was already waiting downstairs.

It did not take long for Frieda to bring the man over. She only took an hour.

After listening to Jonathan’s introduction, Lucian figured out that the reclusive experts
were prideful individuals. The humbler he showed himself to be, the better the
impression they would have of him.

That way, they would do their best to treat Roxanne.

“Lucian, this is Old Mr. Lomax—Peregrine Lomax, a master in medicine.”

Jonathan was surprised to find Lucian waiting for them downstairs, but he soon realized
why Lucian was there. He quickly introduced, “Old Mr. Lomax, this is the current head of
the Farwell family, Lucian Farwell.”

Lucian lowered his head a little and reached out his hand to Peregrine. “I’m sorry for the
trouble, Old Mr. Lomax. I’ve already hired famous doctors all over the world to treat her,
but none knew how. I hope that you’ll be able to give us a tip or two.”

Peregrine nodded, but he did not shake Lucian’s hand. “Etiquettes are not important to
me. Bring me to her now.”

Without hesitation, Lucian retracted his arm and led the way.

Peregrine was impressed by Lucian’s decisive demeanor.

Once they reached the top floor, the doctors were stunned to find out who had come.

They were all middle-aged individuals who had heard about the King of Medicine of
Merania sixteen years ago. In fact, they had heard of him from the news too.

They had been young when they learned he had become a hermit, and they felt wistful
about the matter.
Little did they expect to see him in person that day.

The second the man of the legends came, silence draped over the corridor.

However, Peregrine ignored them and followed Lucian into the ward.

Upon seeing Roxanne’s complexion, Peregrine uttered, “What’s going on now? How
much do you know about her condition?”

Lucian was not well-versed in medical jargon, so he turned to look at Madilyn.

Madilyn instantly took out the results of Roxanne’s various checkups since the day
before. She then started explaining the data and how Roxanne had been poisoned to
Peregrine.

Lucian added, “I’ve asked the one who poisoned her about this, and he said that he
used a mixture of the Four Peculiar Poisons and made Roxanne inhale it over time in
the form of essential oil. Once she inhales a certain amount, the poison will start to do
its job.”

Peregrine narrowed his eyes as he went through the results.

When he heard Lucian’s words, a dubious look crossed his face. “Was she really
poisoned by essential oil?”

Lucian nodded in certainty. “He wouldn’t dare to lie to me at that time.”

Chapter 1665 Do Not Leave Us Hanging

Peregrine drew his brows together when he received Lucian’s reply. Then he shook his
head.

Everyone was confused, for they did not know what Peregrine meant by that, but they
did not dare to ask him why either.

After a long silence, they finally heard Peregrine say, “The Four Peculiar Poisons are
the Four Peculiar Poisons of ancient times. They are Crimson Crane, Eviscero Gras,
Final Day, and Mad Grin. They aren’t real, and so there’s no way you can get your
hands on them.”

In other words, Jack was still telling him nonsense.

Lucian’s eyes darkened before a murderous look flashed in them.

He could not believe that Jack had lied to him even when he was in that situation.
If someone were to take his words seriously and started a treatment plan for Roxanne
according to his words, Roxanne would certainly be on the verge of death by then.

Suppressing his anger, Lucian asked politely, “Old Mr. Lomax, what do you think about
Roxanne’s condition, then?”

Peregrine turned to look at Roxanne in silence for a while before saying, “All of you
must leave. I need to give her a detailed checkup.”

No one dared to object to that.

Despite their worries for Roxanne, they all left the room.

Even Lucian was standing by the entrance, looking into the room through the window on
the door.

He knew that Peregrine truly wanted to give Roxanne a checkup, but he dared not let
Roxanne leave his line of sight with her current condition.
Peregrine drew his brows together when he received Lucian’s reply. Then he shook his
head.

“Lucian, Old Mr. Lomax is a capable man. I’m sure he’ll be able to cure Roxanne,”
Jonathan reassured Lucian.

Even Madilyn bobbed her head in agreement.

Apart from Lucian, there was no one else in the world who was more worried about
Roxanne than her.

However, as an individual in the medical field, she had heard of the King of Medicine of
Merania.

Madilyn was confident in Peregrine’s ability to treat Roxanne.

Despite their reassurances, Lucian only nodded at them as he continued to fix his gaze
on Roxanne.

Peregrine grabbed Roxanne’s wrist and started taking her pulse with a solemn look.

Once he was done with that, he pulled her eyelids up and checked her lips.

He seemed to have discovered something, but through the window, Lucian could only
see Peregrine’s lips moving as if he was muttering something under his breath.

A moment later, Peregrine frowned and strode toward the door.

Lucian shifted to the side to open up a path for him.

“Summon the doctors who treated her yesterday!” Peregrine snapped at Lucian.

The doctors, who were standing nearby, shared a look with each other when they heard
that.

Still, they steeled themselves and went over to Peregrine.

Madilyn quietly stood at the side as well.

“What did you diagnose her with?” Peregrine asked mercilessly as he stared at the
reputable doctors.

The doctors kept their heads hung low as if they were students faced with a teacher
asking them questions that they could not answer. Their faces were red.

Peregrine snorted. “Young ones nowadays make horrible doctors!”

Despite the degrading words, no one dared to say anything in retort.

No one but Madilyn. She asked anxiously, “Old Mr. Lomax, we’re not as knowledgeable
as we should be, and we’ll work harder to improve ourselves in medicine from now on.
But please don’t leave us hanging right now. What’s wrong with Roxanne?”

In an icy voice, Peregrine uttered, “Can’t you tell? She’s been poisoned!”

That was something Lucian had told them a long time ago, so they knew about it, but
they had not been able to find the symptoms of poisoning.

In contrast, Peregrine had managed to come to that conclusion by himself.

“The patient’s arteries are hardening. If this goes on, the blood might burst through the
hardened arteries and that’ll lead to life-threatening bleeding inside the body. If you let
the condition worsen to that point, the patient will be in mortal danger!”

Peregrine stared at the doctors grimly.

Chapter 1666 Hang On

The crowd inhaled sharply as fear crept into their hearts.

“No wonder Mrs. Farwell’s arteries became so narrow,” someone muttered under their
breath.
Peregrine had a keen hearing, and he lifted his feet to deliver a light kick on that
person’s leg. “Why didn’t you look more into it if you’ve already discovered that?”

That person was not expecting a kick from Peregrine, but he was not at all angry about
it. In fact, he was embarrassed.

After all, Peregrine was the role model they admired back when they were younger. It
was an honor to be taught a lesson by their role model.

The person lowered his head and told Peregrine what happened the night before
adding, “We’ve already done all the tests we could, but we couldn’t find what was
making Mrs. Farwell’s arteries narrow and expand. It’s only after your diagnosis did we
realize what was going on.”

A beat later, he continued guiltily, “Mrs. Farwell was fine during her stay in the hospital
up until last night. She returned to her initial state after our treatment. There was nothing
strange at all.”

“The lack of anything strange is what’s strangest!” Peregrine kept his hands behind his
back as a grave expression crossed his face. “Dangerous changes are going on in her,
but you doctors didn’t even realize that!”
The crowd inhaled sharply as fear crept into their hearts.

The other doctors kept their heads lowered.

Peregrine looked at them the same way he looked at his past students. Without
realizing it, he began to explain Roxanne’s condition in detail to them.

However, some were still confused by his explanation. “Old Mr. Lomax, we know about
that, but what do we do now?”

Peregrine snapped his brows together. “Do you really need to ask me that despite how
clear I’ve made things out to be? Find a way to relax her arteries. Otherwise, she might
not even be able to stay alive three days later!”

Everyone’s hearts lurched when they heard that, and the doctors quickly inclined their
heads before working on their respective tasks.

Peregrine continued to watch them with somber eyes as the other doctors busied away.
At the same time, there was a hint of disappointment in his eyes.

“Old Mr. Lomax, how long do you think Roxanne will be able to hang on for?”

Lucian was crestfallen as he listened to Peregrine’s words earlier.

When Peregrine heard Lucian’s voice, he came back to his senses and shook his head
grimly. “Things aren’t looking good for her.”

Lucian fixed his gaze on the elderly man as he waited for the latter to continue.

Turning to the hospital bed, Peregrine asked, “Who is she to you?”

“I’ll be honest with you. Roxanne is my wife and the mother to my three children. I’ll be
willing to do anything as long as you cure her.”

His words were respectful but assertive.

Peregrine’s frown deepened, but he was not irked by Lucian’s tone. “I’ll be frank with
you too. You look ill.”

Lucian pursed his lips in silence.

He had neither slept nor rested for two whole days. His eyes were bloodshot, his lips
were chapped, and he barely had any color to his face.

Peregrine continued slowly, “She wouldn’t survive past the second day if I hadn’t come.”

A flame of hope began burning in Lucian’s heart.

However, what came out of Peregrine’s mouth next extinguished that flame.

“But I can’t come up with a plan right away. I’ll need to do some research first.”

The light in Lucian’s eyes went out. “Will… Roxanne be able to hang on until you’re
done?”

Chapter 1667 Disgusted

The look on Peregrine’s face darkened.

“Getting her arteries to relax will take three days. If I haven’t come up with anything in
three days, then…”

Peregrine did not finish his sentence, but those present could guess what he was going
to say.

If Peregrine could not come up with a treatment plan in three days, Roxanne would die.

That was a fact unless Lucian were to accept Jack’s request.

Although he had mentally prepared himself for that possibility, Peregrine’s words were
still like a dagger that stabbed Lucian in the heart.

Madilyn and Jonathan were taken aback.

Even Old Mr. Lomax can’t think of a way to treat her? How ruthless is Jack?

The two tried not to show the dismay on their faces.

In a calm tone, Jonathan asked, “Old Mr. Lomax, is there anything we can help you
with?”

Peregrine nodded. “Where is the library? I need to do some research.”

Jonathan instantly answered, “I know a library meant for those in the medical field. The
books there have been sorted according to their genres, and they have many
collections there.”

“We have no time to waste, so let’s head there right now.”

Jonathan immediately led Peregrine out with Frieda.

The look on Peregrine’s face darkened.

“Getting her arteries to relax will take three days. If I haven’t come up with anything in
three days, then…”

Soon, Madilyn and Lucian were the only ones left in the corridor.

“I’m going to go inside to take a look at Roxanne. Mr. Farwell, do you want to join me?”
Madilyn asked, trying not to look sad.

Lucian gave a long look at the woman surrounded by doctors in the ward before looking
away and shaking his head.

Madilyn could finally be sure that the man before her truly loved her good friend at the
sight of his desolation. She was moved, but a wave of melancholy washed over her as
well.

She could not help but feel that their relationship had been a tumultuous one.

“Roxanne will be fine. I trust her, and you should have faith in her too,” Madilyn said to
him.

With that, she turned around and went into the ward, tears springing into her eyes.
Madilyn had always been a tough individual, and she did not like shedding tears in front
of anyone.

Roxanne was the only one she felt comfortable enough to laugh and cry around.

But now, the friend Madilyn could be herself around was lying on the hospital bed, and
she did not know if Roxanne would survive.

Madilyn did not even know who she should look for to vent the sorrow she felt.

She walked over to the bed, and looking at her good friend’s colorless face, she
grabbed her hand. Roxanne, you have to hang on. We’re waiting for you. You have to
get well soon.

After taking a few seconds to calm herself down, Madilyn sniffled and forced her tears
away before readying herself to join the rest of the doctors.

Lucian was standing in the corridor by himself. He was only a few steps away from
Roxanne’s bed, but he could not bring himself to lift his leg.

Every time he looked at the woman’s face, the ache in his heart would worsen.

He dared not imagine what would happen three days later.

If no one could think of a way to resolve Roxanne’s condition after three days, then he
would have to agree to Jack’s requests and marry another woman.

Everything about Roxanne would have nothing to do with him anymore.

Roxanne had kept a distance from him even when Aubree was only his fiancée in name
back then.

He was certain that she would be disgusted with him and would despise him if she were
to wake up and find out that he had married another woman.

Chapter 1668 Who Discovered This

The veins on Lucian’s arms bulged, and he vented his rage by swinging a fist at the
wall.

There’s nothing much to be done. I have to let her go even if she will hate me for it. I’ll
do anything to save her life, including submitting to Jack.

After an exhausting day in the ward, Madilyn emerged and was surprised to see Lucian
standing at the door. “Have you been standing here this whole time?”
Lucian nodded. “How is she?”

Madilyn sighed. “It’s too early to tell. We’ve softened up her arteries a little and will
continue doing so tomorrow. You should go in and keep her company.”

Lucian gazed at the figure inside but somehow could not move his feet.

“Roxanne would want you by her side,” Madilyn said.

It was only then that Lucian’s gaze softened.

A moment’s hesitation later, he walked in.

After standing guard outside the ward through the night and seeing no change in
Roxanne’s condition, Lucian did not feel his anxiety alleviated in the slightest.

Peregrine’s words weighed heavily on his heart.

He knew a change was taking place within her body that was invisible to the naked eye.

At the first light of dawn, Madilyn and the team of experts entered the ward to pick up
where they had left off the day before.

Lucian rose to leave. This time, he no longer stood guard at the door.

Peregrine had not returned, but it was time for his appointment with Colby.

He was anxious to see if Colby had come up with anything.

Lucian sped all the way until he arrived at the prison entrance.

Having been too hasty in his arrival, he had forgotten to inform his friend ahead of time.

Fortunately, the guard who had greeted him the day before hurried over at once, having
just started his shift.

“Are you here to see Colby Galloway again, Mr. Farwell?”

Lucian nodded expressionlessly.

With a tactful nod, the guard relayed an order to have Colby brought out.

The pair met once again in the visiting room.

Still bounded by shackles, Colby remained under the guards’ watchful eyes but
regarded Lucian with less hostility this time.
The pair sat across from one another in silence.

As the minutes passed, Lucian’s heart sank.

If Colby had thought of something, he would not waste any time by telling me the
second he saw me. He also wouldn’t have that look on his face.

The pair did not speak.

Lucian nodded. “I got it. It’s all right. I’ll think of something else.”

Just as he was about to leave, Colby piped up, “Surely you’ve made some progress
over the past two days. Any other clues? Tell me. Perhaps I could think of something.”

Lucian paused at those words. He returned to his seat and relayed Peregrine’s
diagnosis once more.

“Her arteries have hardened, and the constriction in her circulation is causing them to
contract further.”

Colby repeated Lucian’s words with bewilderment in his eyes.

Lucian inclined his head as an affirmation of his summary.

After several minutes of silence, Colby looked up gravely. “Who discovered this?”

He was not convinced of the severity of whatever poison that was.

“Mr. Peregrine Lomax. He is said to be the King of Medicine of Merania. You might have
heard of him.”

Despite not knowing much about the medical world, Lucian was aware of the old man’s
prestige from the experts’ reverence for him.

Chapter 1669 Why Do You Say That

Old Mr. Lomax!

Colby’s eyes were filled with shock at Lucian’s words.

He even managed to hire Old. Mr. Lomax. Even more surprisingly, Old Mr. Lomax
couldn’t handle Roxanne’s condition. Otherwise, Lucian would not have come to see me
today.

“What else did the old gentleman say?” He was desperate to hear Peregrine’s
diagnosis.
Lucian shook his head, his expression dark. “Old Mr. Lomax is still perusing the medical
literature for a way to cure Roxanne.”

Colby turned grim; his eyes thoughtful. “Let me mull it over. I will think of something.”

I am in prison while Roxanne lies on a hospital bed with her life at stake. Even Old Mr.
Lomax couldn’t save her. I need to do something for her no matter what it takes.

Lucian’s words played over and over again in his mind.

Colby’s brows were furrowed as he tried to decipher any information he could from
those words.

However, despite wracking his brain, he could not think of any medicinal herbs that
could match the drug’s efficacy.

Colby grew frustrated.

“Dr. Jarvis spent most of her time in the laboratory. She is susceptible to the smells of
medicinal herbs, including rare specimens that have passed through her hands. She
would have noticed something if she smelled something poisonous, and Jack knows
this.” Swiftly, he arrived at a possibility. “To disguise the smell of the medicinal herbs, he
must have used a good amount of fragrance.”

“Don’t push yourself if you can’t come up with anything.” Lucian felt touched at the sight
of Colby’s panic. “As you said, despite Old Mr. Lomax’s skill, there isn’t anything he
could do now.”

Colby regained his composure, though there were traces of defeat in his gaze. “If Old
Mr. Lomax could come up with something, Dr. Jarvis would be delighted upon waking to
find out that it was he who had saved her.”

Lucian looked at him in puzzlement. “Why do you say that?”

He knew the old man was a legend in the medical industry and that it would not be
unusual for Roxanne to idolize him, but Colby’s words seemed to indicate something
else.

Remembering something, Colby said, “I have worked with Dr. Jarvis to develop several
medications that would undoubtedly be of great interest to the industry, some of which
were based on Old Mr. Lomax’s research. He should have had a share in the profits.”

Peregrine had disappeared without warning years ago and left behind much half-done
research. He had even released it to the world, hoping that somebody would take over
and produce something with his research.
Many within the medical industry became interested and began conducting follow-up
research.

However, Roxanne was the only one who had led them to perfect the drugs.

They had tried to contact Peregrine, but to no avail.

Roxanne had been uneasy about being unable to share the profits with him, so she had
set the price of the drugs low enough just to break even and recoup the costs to pay
tribute to the man they otherwise owed.

It was this incident that had given Colby his first good impression of Roxanne.

In their subsequent encounters, the fondness increased until it became an obsession.

At the recollection of the past and of the foolish things he had done, Colby could not
help resenting himself.

Chapter 1670 Nobody Was Good Enough For Her

Lucian’s gaze dimmed when he listened to how Roxanne and Peregrine met.

She would be thrilled if she woke up and learned that Old Mr. Lomax had treated her.
But given the current situation, keeping her safe is…

“If there is no other way, I can only give Jack what he wants,” he said expressionlessly.

Colby was taken aback. “Jack gave you his conditions? What are they?”

There must be a catch for Lucian to be thinking twice.

Lucian’s grim gaze met his. “You only need to know one of them. He wants me to marry
another woman before Roxanne regains consciousness.”

“Is he crazy? How could he make you do that?”

Lucian gave a self-deprecating laugh. “It was my negligence that resulted in Roxanne’s
predicament. I should pay the price.”

It is a heavy price to pay.

Colby looked at the man before him, still in shock, as his expression shifted.

He would sacrifice his marriage for Roxanne’s safety.

He recalled the time he had first heard Roxanne’s story six years ago. He had been
disgusted with Lucian and thought him unworthy of her.

Then Roxanne returned to the country six years later. Upon finding out about their
union, Colby held on to the notion that Lucian’s sin was unpardonable and realized that
it was wishful thinking to envision a future with her.

Now, it seems the person most worthy of Roxanne is the man before me. He is the only
one who truly loves her to be willing to give anything for her. My and Jack’s feelings for
her, on the other hand, are only excuses we have used to hurt her. What I have done is
unforgivable.

After chiding himself derisively, Colby looked up at Lucian with a look of disapproval.
“No, you can’t just let him have his way.”

Lucian furrowed his brows at those words.

“Jack is doing this to drive a wedge between you,” Colby said quietly. “If you do as he
asked, he will get what he wants. You and Dr. Jarvis have stayed together all these
years. Shouldn’t that count for something? Hold on to the very end, for her sake. If she
knows this, I think she will fight to her dying breath for you and the children.” As if
sensing his inappropriate tone, Colby took a deep breath, his features hard with resolve,
as he continued, “You need to have more faith in her and us doctors. We will definitely
think of something.”

Those were the last words Lucian expected from him. A complicated mix of emotions
arose in his eyes. “You would see me with Roxanne?” he asked, unable to contain
himself.

He remembered how relentless Colby had been just to draw Roxanne’s attention to his
existence.

Even after his arrest, Colby had insisted he did nothing wrong.

However, at that moment, he seemed to have become another person.

Colby’s eyes flashed, and he averted his gaze stiffly. “Before today, I have always
thought you were unworthy of Dr. Jarvis. Nobody was good enough for her.”

Even I myself am far from worthy.

He then turned quickly to glance at Lucian. “I have seen how much you are willing to
sacrifice for her. Dr. Jarvis likes you, and you treat her well. That’s good enough. She’s
better off with you than with somebody with impure motives.”

Chapter 1671 Did I Hear Him Right

Lucian stood before him. “Are you remorseful for what you’ve done?” he asked in a low
voice.

Colby smiled bitterly. “What difference does that make? I will never forgive myself for
nearly causing Dr. Jarvis’ death over my selfishness.”

He looked up at Lucian and spoke with a tone filled with hatred and disgust for himself.

“People are insatiable creatures. Initially, I was happy just working with her. Then, I
wanted to be as close as possible to her, so I became her assistant. Not long after that,
I wanted her to look at me like how she looks at you. My desire grew as the days
passed. I don’t even know what I was doing.”

Lucian studied him, trying to discern the sincerity in his words.

Colby sighed. “Now that I look back on the two mistakes I’ve made, regardless of
whether it was starting the fire or sabotaging the laboratory, the slightest lapse in
vigilance could have caused a major catastrophe. Aside from Dr. Jarvis, the other
researchers in the research institute might have lost their lives by my hand. I deserve to
be where I am for my crimes.”

Having confessed his feelings to Roxanne on the day of his arrest, he finally understood
that when he was escorted into the police car.

However, it was too late for contrition.

Because of that, Colby had never considered submitting an appeal to overturn his
conviction.

Instead, he wished to serve his sentence to alleviate the guilt within him.

“What do you plan to do after you get out?” Lucian asked unexpectedly.

Colby was stunned. He seemed to have never considered the matter.

He lowered his gaze for several seconds before answering, “Maybe I’ll become a
traveling doctor, as my chances of employment at a research institute or hospital are
uncertain. As long as people believe in me, I will provide free medical treatment to
compensate for what I’ve done.”

After observing him for a while, Lucian gathered enough to ascertain every word of his
rang true.

“What about Roxanne?” he asked. “You still owe her an apology.”

Colby’s eyes flashed with guilt. “I will apologize to her. She is still the best doctor I’ve
ever known.”

Lucian nodded meaningfully at that.

Colby frowned, puzzled. “You don’t believe me?”

“I do, which is why I want to make you an offer on Roxanne’s behalf to have you come
back to the research institute after you get out.”

Colby’s eyes widened with disbelief. “W-What did you say?”

After all the awful things I’ve done, Lucian still wants me to work alongside Roxanne.
Did I hear him right? What could have possessed him to do so?

“I would like you to return to work at the research institute after your sentence ends,”
Lucian repeated calmly. “As you said, you are the longest-serving assistant of
Roxanne’s. Though you have done wrong, you have made amends in time, showing me
you have truly repented. You’re welcome to work alongside Roxanne again after your
release.”

Colby still had not regained his composure.

Suddenly, Lucian changed the subject as his expression grew stern.

“However, you will be under my supervision. I guarantee you will be thousands of times
worse off if you get any ideas.”

Chapter 1672 Not Slept In Two Days

Colby took a long time to gather himself before nodding slowly, still stupefied with
disbelief.

Lucian retracted his gaze. “I want to thank you for your words earlier. I won’t give in, and
Roxanne will get better.”

Colby felt a sudden sense of relief at those words. “She will. I hope you’ll let me know
when you get married so I can wish you well.”

Lucian inclined his head.

The men exchanged a final glance in silence. Colby watched Lucian leave before
allowing himself to be escorted back to his cell.

With his mind buzzing with Colby’s words as he emerged from the facility, Lucian
gradually regained his calm.
I have done everything I can. From here, it’s only waiting and hoping. Either the doctors
will think of something before the deadline, or I will have to give in to Jack. Before then,
the only thing I can do is with Roxanne.

Spurred by that thought, he stepped on the gas and sped toward the hospital.

It was dusk when he arrived.

Lucian had Cayden pick up dinner for the medical specialists at the hospital. They dined
on the large table in the conference room.

Still uneasy, Madilyn remained by Roxanne’s bed.

She stood up upon his arrival. “How did it go? Did you discover anything?”

Lucian shook his head, but his expression did not look as pale as when he had left.
There was even a glimmer of optimism in his eyes.

“Nothing yet, but I believe no harm will come to Roxanne.”

After speaking, he observed Madilyn’s expression.

Being fraught with worry for two days straight did Madilyn’s pallor no good. Her eyes
and brow were lined with fatigue.

“Go get some rest,” Lucian said. “I had Cayden book some rooms in the hotel next door.
Everybody needs a good night’s rest.”

Madilyn glanced at Roxanne, her brows furrowing. “I’m worried about her. Besides, I
rested the night before. You, on the other hand, need some. Roxanne will be sad if she
wakes up and sees you like this.”

Lucian nodded. “I’ll stay with her tonight and get some rest here. You’ve been running
around the entire day and will continue to do so tomorrow. We cannot handle the
consequences of any mishap from fatigue.”

At that, Madilyn finally nodded.

“If anything unusual happens to her, call me. I’ll keep my phone on,” she reminded him
before leaving.

Lucian nodded.

Only then did Madilyn feel assured enough to depart with the group, who were still
discussing Roxanne’s condition on their way to the hotel.
“I had heard of Dr. Jarvis when she was abroad, but by her Ustranasion name. I thought
she was around our age. Imagine my shock when I found out she was Dr. Lambert’s
disciple, who was in her twenties!”

“Exceptional traditional medicine practitioners are becoming increasingly rare. What a

shame that something like this happened to this one.”

“Mr. Farwell has not slept in two days for Dr. Jarvis. I pity the young couple. We can’t let
anything happen to her.”

Madilyn gradually regained some faith as she listened to the group’s chatter.

With so many talented doctors working together, in addition to Old Mr. Lomax’s
assistance, nothing will happen to Roxanne!

At the same time, she felt thankful.

It’s fortunate that Roxanne is with Lucian. If not for the Farwell family’s wealth, we
wouldn’t have been able to hire this many skilled doctors.

Chapter 1673 Searched The Library

Following Madilyn’s departure, pin-drop silence filled the air inside the ward.

Lucian dragged a chair over and sat beside the bed. He grasped Roxanne’s hand with a
tender look spread across his face.

“Don’t worry, Roxanne. Everyone is thinking of ways to save you. Even Old Mr. Lomax
is here. He’s currently browsing through references with Jonathan to figure out how to
treat you. I believe he will definitely come up with a solution. I think you would want to
meet him too,” Lucian said patiently despite knowing she couldn’t hear him. “I’m also
aware of Archie and Benny’s parentage now. I’m sorry for not discovering they are my
children earlier. I’m also grateful I didn’t treat them with prejudice because I mistook
them as another man’s offspring. You’ve raised them well. On the other hand, I failed to
take good care of our daughter. Because of me, our three children grew up in an
incomplete family. Now that I know the truth, I only wish to do my best to compensate
you all, but that can only be done provided that you wake up. You will tough this out for
the kids, won’t you?”

Gently rubbing his fingers against her hand, he unwittingly tightened his grip and fell
silent for a few seconds before adding, “If the doctors still can’t think of a solution after
three days, I will have no choice but to agree to Jack’s request. By then, he will
undoubtedly force me to marry another woman. I hope that after you regain
consciousness…” He paused for a few moments before letting out a sigh of resignation.
“When you regain consciousness and wish to hate me, you can do so. It was my fault
for failing to safeguard you, so this is a burden I deserve to bear.”
Roxanne did not respond even after he muttered the long speech.

In the end, Lucian’s heart ached so terribly that he couldn’t speak further. He could only
sit on the side of the bed and gazed at her in silence.

Another sleepless night ensued.

The next morning, Lucian got up and left the ward when the doctors came to do their
rounds.

Standing in the corridor and watching the doctors doing their jobs, Lucian couldn’t stop
himself from taking out his phone and contacting Jonathan.

He lost contact with Peregrine after the latter’s last visit to the hospital. He wondered if
Peregrine had thought of any treatment plans.

It took a while before Jonathan answered.

“What’s the matter, Lucian? Did Roxanne’s condition destabilize again?” Jonathan
whispered.

Obviously, he was hiding in a corner, speaking with an undertone.

Lucian knitted his brows. “Are you still browsing through references?”

Jonathan nodded. “We stayed up the whole night yesterday and almost searched all the
medical-related books in the library, but…”

At the thought of the outcome, Jonathan hesitated to speak. We’ve gone through so
many references, yet Old Mr. Lomax is still clueless about how to cure Roxanne’s
condition.

He couldn’t bring himself to inform Lucian of that depressive news.

Lucian’s heart sank as he managed to guess the lack of progress. Still, he didn’t probe
further and merely said, “Help me express my gratitude and take good care of Old Mr.
Lomax. I’ll personally thank him again after tomorrow.” Old Mr. Lomax is already of such
advanced age, yet he’s willing to stay up all night to study medical books for Roxanne’s
sake. This gesture alone is sufficiently moving.

Jonathan heaved a soundless sigh before comforting Lucian, “There’s another day left.
We will find a way. Don’t worry, Lucian.”

Lucian grunted indifferently in response and hung up the call the next second, not giving
Jonathan the opportunity to say another word.
Staring at his dimming phone screen and shifting his gaze to Peregrine, who was
flipping through the medical references, Jonathan felt heavy-hearted.

Although he had consoled Lucian in that manner earlier, he couldn’t deny the cold, hard
truth lying before them.

The chances of saving Roxanne with the combined effort of only a few of them were
very slim.

Chapter 1674 Business Trip

The doctors spent a long time working inside the ward. Their faces were pale when
they exited the room.
None of them dared to meet Lucian’s eyes when they reached the doorway.
“How is it?” Lucian asked after Madilyn came to a halt beside him.
Madilyn seemed absorbed in her thoughts. She was slightly dazed for a few seconds
before regaining her senses upon hearing his voice. A grimace spread across her
countenance. “Roxanne…”
Although the doctors had been trying various methods to soften her blood vessels, the
effects were negligible. Roxanne was not looking well at that moment.
Madilyn had no choice but to repeatedly cheer herself and Roxanne up inwardly,
convincing herself to believe Roxanne would survive.
Nevertheless, she couldn’t tell those things to Lucian.
Judging by his ashen face, Madilyn reckoned Lucian had stayed up all night again,
even though he mentioned he would take a nap.
She hesitated to speak.
Lucian gazed at her intently and uttered firmly, “That’s all right. I won’t let anything bad
happen to her.”
With that, he turned to look at Roxanne, who was lying inside the ward.
Madilyn fathomed his intention after taking in his facial expression. She opened her
mouth but couldn’t bring herself to persuade him otherwise.
Between Roxanne’s survival and her love life, Madilyn would undoubtedly choose the
former.
Madilyn and Lucian entered the ward one after the other.
Looking at Roxanne, whose eyes were tightly shut, they felt utterly depressed.
Suddenly, Roxanne’s phone rang.
Madilyn glanced at the device and saw Benny’s name on the caller ID.
Her heart ached when she saw the incoming call, and tears brimmed in her eyes
uncontrollably. She couldn’t bring herself to reach out and answer the call.
Just when she thought of letting the call disconnect on its own, someone stretched out
their hand to pick up the phone.
That person was Lucian.
A look of confusion flashed across Madilyn’s face when she saw him answering the
call. She wondered how he planned to explain the current circumstances to the
children.
“Mommy!”
The kids’ gleeful voices sounded from the other end of the call.
They had been dialing Roxanne’s number consecutively for two to three days, but she
didn’t answer their calls. They were thrilled because she finally picked up their call that
day.
Lucian gulped when he heard the kids’ delightful tone. Even his eyes became slightly
reddened.
Still, he lowered his head and recomposed himself before saying calmly, “It’s me. Your
mommy is still occupied with work.”
Hearing his voice, the kids exchanged glances in puzzlement.
“Daddy? Isn’t Mommy on a business trip? Is she back?” Otherwise, why would Daddy
be using Mommy’s phone?
Lucian silently cleared his throat and said, “She’s not back yet. I traveled here to meet
with your mommy. She encountered some problems at work and required my
assistance.”
The children were dissatisfied upon hearing that. “We want to meet with Mommy too!”
“You can’t come here. The living environment here is very harsh. Your mommy and I
fear you won’t get used to the conditions here. If you were to get sick, your mommy
wouldn’t have time to care for you all.”
Naturally, the kids didn’t want to add to Roxanne’s trouble, so they could only
acquiesce to Lucian’s decision. “All right. Can you pass the phone to Mommy, then?”
Because of the lingering quietness in the ward, the children’s voices, originating from
the phone speaker, clearly reverberated beside Madilyn’s ears.
Hearing their words and glancing at Roxanne, who was lying on the bed, Madilyn
couldn’t stop her tears from streaming down her cheeks. She covered her mouth and
hastily exited the room to prevent the kids from hearing her sobs.

Chapter 1675 Do Not Have To Apologize

Lucian fell silent for a few moments before saying to them, “Your mommy is busy, but
she should be back by tomorrow. We’ll call you when we arrive at the airport.”
The kids were worried, as Roxanne had been out of reach for the past few days.
However, after Lucian made the promise that they would be returning the next day,
the kids relaxed and said, “Okay. Daddy, you must take good care of Mommy!”
Lucian grunted in acknowledgment. “Give your watch to Ms. Catalina. I need to have
a word with her.”
He heard a rustling sound before Catalina’s voice rang out. “Mr. Lucian.”
“How are the children? Did anything unusual happen?” Lucian asked.
Catalina glanced at the children on the couch, taking in their wide, expectant eyes.
She recalled the past two days’ events and replied, “No. Mr. Archie, Mr. Benny, and
Ms. Estella were all very well- behaved.” Then, remembering something, she added, “I
believe Mr. Archie and Mr. Benny had a phone conversation with their friend overseas,
but I’m not sure what they discussed.”
Lucian pondered over her words for a few moments and confirmed the kids didn’t
suspect anything. “All right. Please do your best to look after them. Thank you for your
dedication.”
“Of course. You and Mrs. Farwell take care, too.”
After the call ended, Lucian gazed at Roxanne and reached out to caress her pale
cheek. “Did you hear that, Roxanne? The kids are waiting for you to go home. You’ll
wake up soon, right?”
Roxanne remained motionless, her breathing so light and shallow that it was almost
imperceptible.
Lucian’s fists balled up as he seemed to be struggling to make up his mind.
Madilyn stepped into the ward, her eyes swollen and red from the tears she had shed.
Her voice was still unsteady as she asked, “Do the kids know?”
Lucian shook his head. “No. I’ve asked Catalina, and they have yet to suspect
anything as long as Roxanne contacts them before tomorrow night.”
Tomorrow night?
Madilyn’s heart clenched as she started dreading tomorrow.
It was already the second day, so if they still couldn’t figure out anything by tomorrow
morning, they would have no choice but to agree to Jack’s condition.
Madilyn dreaded the thought of Roxanne’s response when the latter eventually
regained consciousness, as well as the children’s reaction.
Before returning to the country, Archie and Benny held a strong prejudice against
Lucian.
It took Lucian a long time to change their minds about him.
If the children discovered he married another woman when Roxanne was severely ill,
they would most probably hate him for the rest of his life.
Madilyn felt a heavy burden of guilt settle in her heart as the thought crossed her
mind.
“I’m sorry,” she muttered, her gaze fixed firmly on the ground.
Lucian’s brows furrowed slightly, as he had no idea why she would suddenly
apologize to him.
Feeling heavy-hearted, Madilyn explained, “Because of what happened six years ago,
I was biased against you and assumed you were a b*stard. I even told Roxanne to
stay away from you. I had no idea you’d do this for her.”
Lucian’s gaze turned dark. “You don’t have to apologize to me. It was my fault six
years ago. I will make it up to her now.”
Six years ago, I wronged Roxanne. Little did I know that I would be making the same
mistake again six years later. If I had been more aware of my emotions and acted on
them when I was younger, or if I hod taken it upon myself to set her free when we
bumped into each other again after so many years, she would not hove had to go
through so much…

Chapter 1676 Giving Up On Himself

They both waited hopefully until the afternoon.
Time ticked away, and it was soon three in the afternoon. Alas, no one could figure out
a way to save Roxanne.
Madilyn felt a wave of anxiety wash over her, and she felt completely lost. Her gaze
kept shifting to Lucian. She wanted to ask him what they should do.
Lucian remained unfazed. His face was as cold as ice.
Seeing his reaction, Madilyn blurted out, “Mr. Farwell, are we still going to wait?
Should we call Old Mr. Lomax?”
Lucian met her gaze and said firmly, “I need to leave. Take care of Roxanne. I’m not
sure when I’ll be back.”
Madilyn asked anxiously, “Where are you going at this hour?”
Lucian’s gaze landed on Roxanne, who was lying in bed silently. A flash of
determination appeared in his eyes and disappeared.
“I’m going to Jack”
Madilyn gaped incredulously. “What? Are you seriously going to…”
She trailed off and clenched her jaw. Despite her strong desire to reach out and grab
his sleeve to prevent him from leaving, she didn’t dare do so, as he seemed really
intimidating. She merely gave him a look of disapproval.
“There is still time. Let’s wait instead of giving in to Jack now!”
Lucian paid no heed to her and turned to leave. “I can’t wait anymore. It’s too risky,
and I can’t bearthe thought of putting Roxanne’s life in danger.”
Madilyn parted her lips, but she couldn’t say anything to stop him from leaving.
After all, she knew she would do the same if she were in his shoes.
They couldn’t afford to risk Roxanne’s life.
Lucian strode out of the ward, his face expressionless. He walked through the
corridor, passing by a group of specialists.
Everyone couldn’t help but wonder what was going on after seeing him.
“Is Mr. Farwell going to give up on Dr. Jarvis? Dr. Jarvis’ condition is deteriorating, but
he doesn’t seem anxious at all.”
“I don’t think so. We saw how distressed he has been in the past few days. He even
invited Old Mr. Lomax here. Why would he give up suddenly?”
As the elevator doors slid shut, everyone else raised their voices, eager to discuss the
possibilities.
Hearing the commotion, Madilyn marched out of the ward and gave them a pointed
look. “Everyone, if you’re free, then I suggest getting back to work trying to figure out
how to treat Roxanne instead of wasting time gossiping here!”
No one knew better than her that Lucian had never thought about giving up on
Roxanne.
He was actually giving up on himself.
The specialists were determined to treat Roxanne but couldn’t help gossiping when
they noticed Lucian leaving.
It was normal for Madilyn to lash out at them, and they understood her feelings well.
They got back to work instantly.
Madilyn glanced at the elevator, which had finally reached the parking lot level. She
then turned to look at her best friend, who was oblivious to everything. The agony that
flickered across her face revealed the inner turmoil she was experiencing.
In the parking lot, Lucian sat in his car for a long time without revving up the engine.
He had assumed he could accept the reality as long as Roxanne could survive.
Even though he was on the verge of losing her, Lucian still could not rid himself of his
own selfish desires.
Is accepting Jack’s conditions the only way out?
Lucian waited in the car for almost half an hour, but there was no update. Finally, he
pulled out his phone to call Jack.

Chapter 1677 Business Genius

The phone rang for almost one minute before Jack answered the call.
“Who is this?” Jack’s voice was dripping with arrogance and disdain.
Lucian responded calmly, “It’s me, Lucian.”
“Oh, it’s you,” Jack drawled in exaggeration as though he had just realized who it was.
“Mr. Farwell, hello. I thought it was someone else who was rude enough to interrupt
me while I was busy working.”
He was saying that Lucian was rude enough to interrupt him at work.
Lucian pretended to be oblivious to Jack’s mockery and replied calmly, “It looks like I
picked the wrong time to call. Mr. Damaris, if you’re occupied, then you can call me
back when you’re free.”
He fell silent after saying that but didn’t end the call.
On the other end of the phone, Jack grew flustered when he heard Lucian indicating
that he wanted to end the conversation. “Wait a minute!”
Lucian arched a brow, for Jack’s reaction was within his anticipation.
“No matter how busy my schedule may be, I need to make time for you since you took
the initiative to call me, Mr. Farwell,” Jack sneered. “How can I help you? If my
memory serves me correctly, it isn’t time yet as we agreed upon three days.”
Lucian was unperturbed. “As long as I’m willing to give in, any day works. I believe
you never wanted anything to happen to Roxanne, do you?”
Most of Jack’s requests involved Roxanne, so if anything were to happen to her, even
if Jack got the research institute for himself, he would never be able to realize its
maximum potential.
Hearing that, Jack grew increasingly smug. “You’re right, Mr.
Farwell. That was what I thought, too.”
Lucian ignored his arrogance and said, “Since we have reached an agreement, are
you free tonight? Let’s talk in person. Remember to bring the antidote along, Mr.
Damaris.”
Jack chuckled. “Of course. I would be delighted to meet with you, Mr. Farwell, at any
time that is convenient for you.”
They agreed on the time and location before hanging up.
Jack was brimming with conceit as he sat in his chair in the office. “Business genius,
huh? He is no match for me!”
Having overheard their exchange, Kevin felt a chill go down his spine.
I am astounded that Mr. Damaris had such a callous disregard for human life that he
would resort to using a person’s life to threaten Mr. Farwell. It is even more distressing
that Mr. Farwell proved to be so pliable as to give in to the threat.
“I heard Lucian had brought in specialists from all around the world in an attempt to
treat Roxanne, but despite his best efforts, he still required my assistance,” Jack said
with disdain. “Didn’t I tell him that I’m the only one who has the power to save her
since it was me who poisoned her in the first place?”
He then glared at Kevin. “What are you doing? Hurry, reserve a table at the
restaurant!”
Kevin snapped out of his reverie and nodded readily. “Got it. Mr. Damaris, I’ll go
handle it right away!”
He spun on his heels and fled the office.
Kevin closed the door firmly behind him, shutting out the chill of the room and the
oppressive atmosphere he had just been subjected to. Taking a deep breath, he
allowed himself a moment to relax and gather his composure before leaving to carry
out Jack’s orders.
After Jack sent Hector away, chaos ensued within Damaris Group. In an effort to
regain control, Jack resorted to the use of extreme and forceful methods to restore
order within the organization.
Jack took decisive action against those who went against him. Others might have
been unhappy with his decisions, but they kept their objections to themselves, not
wanting to risk incurring his wrath.
Because of that, Jack started doing as he wished in Damaris Group.
It was only five in the afternoon. He was supposed to attend a meeting in the evening,
but he decided to leave the company. He took the antidote with him and strolled out
leisurely.

Chapter 1678 Expert

At six in the evening, they met at the restaurant.
Lucian did not have the patience to wait, so he immediately headed there after ending
the call.
When Jack arrived, the table in front of him was bare except for a single glass of
water.
It was obvious that Lucian had used the same reason to stop the server from serving
them the dishes.
Jack was inwardly displeased, and his smile was cold.
“I’m pleasantly surprised that you were willing to wait for me, Mr. Farwell”
Jack strode across the room and took his seat two chairs away from Lucian. “You
should’ve let me know if you dislike the food here.”
Lucian glanced at Jack as though he had just realized the latter was around.
“It’s not that. I don’t think it’s necessary to eat here, that’s all.” With that, he went
straight to the topic. “I’ve prepared the property transfer agreement for the ten
companies. Once you have signed the agreement, you will take possession of the
companies. As for the research institute, I have signed the indemnity contract to
officially terminate our collaboration. This contract is also included inside.”
He retrieved a file and pushed it to Jack coolly.
Jack was surprised to see the file, but it wasn’t long before his expression changed to
one of smug satisfaction.
Turns out it’s pretty satisfying to see Lucian give in to me! To have the opportunity to
get the better of Lucian and make him plead for my help is something that doesn’t
come around often. I must make the most of it.
He flashed a smirk and pushed the file aside without seeing what was inside.
“If you had known it would come to this, why would you reject me two days ago?” Jack
asked. “Didn’t you say you’d exhaust your wealth and resources to save Ms. Jarvis?
How is she doing now?”
Something glinted across Lucian’s eyes when Roxanne was mentioned, but he
quickly calmed down. “No matter what, I believe she’ll regain consciousness tomorrow
as long as you give me the antidote as promised, Mr. Damaris.”
A smile nudged Jack’s lips as he said slowly, “Don’t worry. There’s no need to rush. I
believe you still haven’t fulfilled all of my conditions. Once everything is done, I’ll
deliver the antidote to you.”
Lucian’s gaze swept over him.
The expression on Jack’s face was one of haughty confidence and conceit.
He looks certain that I have no choice but to ask for his help.
Lucian had been mentally preparing himself to accept his condition before he arrived
at this location. However, upon his arrival, he found himself unable to say so.
“I heard that you had hired many experienced doctors to diagnose Ms. Jarvis. It looks
like she’s still unconscious now. It seems that those foolish doctors have yet to
determine how my drug functions, huh? It’s no surprise that the medical industry is in
such a state. Anyone can call themselves an expert as long as they have worked in
the field for a long period of time.” Realizing he had gone off-topic, Jack snorted.
“Don’t worry. Even if they managed to find the root of the problem, that doesn’t mean
they can find a solution. I had to peruse the ancient medicine books of the Damaris
family extensively before I could develop this drug!”
Comprehension dawned on Lucian.
No wonder Old Mr. Lomax couldn’t locate the antidote despite his extensive study of
medical books, as it was revealed that the solution lies solely within the ancient
medicine books of the Damaris family. It is not surprising that this information was not
documented in other sources.

Chapter 1679 High And Mighty

After Jack explained about the drug he developed, he asked cheerily, “So, Mr.
Farwell? Have you considered my third condition?”
Despite his initial shock, Lucian regained his composure and met Jack’s gaze calmly.
“You have my word.”
Jack was still unsatisfied. “Just that? What about proof? Without proof, how can I be
sure that you are not lying to me? I trust your character, but I went through a lot of
effort to create the antidote. I don’t want to get tricked.”
Lucian furrowed his brows. “What kind of proof do you need?”
Jack arched a brow and said readily, “A marriage certificate, of course. It’s too late
now. The City Hall should be closed. If you announce to the public that you’re
marrying someone else, I’ll take that, too.”
With that, he shot Lucian a provoking look.
Jack knew precisely which condition was most unacceptable to Lucian, so he was
eager to observe Lucian’s distress after he brought up the condition again.
/ will certainly relish the sight of the high and mighty CEO of Farwell Group suffering
before me!
“All right.” Lucian nodded calmly.
Jack frowned as surprise and displeasure flitted across his gaze. “What did you just
say?”
He did not expect Lucian’s reaction and was thoroughly disappointed.
This is the moment I’ve been eagerly anticipating. How could Lucian be this calm?
Why isn’t he hesitating or experiencing any reservations about having to leave
Roxanne? How could he say yes so easily?
A mocking grin played on Lucian’s lips. “I’ve already considered the three conditions
carefully and made up my mind before asking to meet you. However, it was a careless
mistake on my part, as I didn’t get the proof ready for you. I’ll leave to take care of it
right away.”
He then got up to leave.
He didn’t show any signs of begging for mercy and portrayed an air of superiority as if
he had complete command of the situation.
Jack’s face contorted in fury as he watched Lucian leave.
“F*ck! F*ckhim!”
A long while later, he rose to his feet and, in a fit of rage, sent all the items on the table
crashing to the floor with a powerful sweep of his arm.
The glass shattered into hundreds of tiny shards as it hit the ground with an almighty
crash.
Outside, the server heard the commotion. Concerned that some sort of accident might
have occurred, he rushed in to investigate.
However, he was met with an enraged Jack. “Who allowed you to come in? Get out!”
The server trembled in fear and nodded profusely before leaving Jack alone.
Another ruckus sounded in the room.
Jack would flip the table over if he could.
Lucian had to ask for my help. Who does he think he is? How could he act all
arrogant? After losing the ten subsidiaries, Farwell Group is likely to suffer a steep
decline that would soon bring him down to the some level as the Damaris family.
Despite this, he had the nerve to come to me with such confidence!
Jack returned to his seat, his face flushed with anger.
His fury only subsided when he remembered that Lucian was about to marry someone
else soon.
So what if Lucian acts all high and mighty? He’ll have to listen to me in the end. After
he marries someone else, there will be no going back. I’ll figure out a way to win
Roxanne’s heart and trample Lucian beneath my feet!

Chapter 1680 Marry Him As Soon As Possible

At seven that evening, Lucian’s car rolled to a stop before the Farwell main residence.
At seven that evening, Lucian’s car rolled to a stop before the Farwell main residence.

The house was brightly lit. Lucian sat in the car for a few minutes before eventually
stepping out, his footsteps echoing loudly off the pavement.

He walked from the gate to the door of the main building.

On the way, he didn’t forget to recompose himself.

“Mr. Lucian.” The butler came out to greet him. “Mr. and Mrs. Farwell are having dinner
inside.”

Lucian nodded and headed into the mansion with him.

Inside, he saw Sonya and Elias sitting at the dining table.

Sonya and Elias appeared to be discussing something, with Sonya seemingly unhappy
and Elias seemingly powerless to do anything.

Upon spotting Lucian, Elias asked, “What brings you here? Have you had anything to
eat? If not, want to join us?”

Lucian nodded and settled in the seat across from Sonya.

Sonya parted her lips and said, “You came at the right time. Your dad and I were talking
about Elektra. You remember her, right? She’s from the Lane family and grew up with
you.”

Lucian belatedly remembered such a person existed after hearing his mother’s words.

They had indeed grown up together, but the Lane family had gone overseas a few years
ago.

They had indeed grown up together, but the Lane family had gone overseas a few years
ago.

“Elektra came back a few days ago and was telling us she wanted to meet you but
didn’t know when you would be free,” Sonya continued. “I think she’s a great match for
you and would be a lot better than Roxanne. She’s kind and gentle, so you won’t have
to worry about her causing trouble like Aubree!”

She had been trying to explain her view to Elias, but he held fast to his own thought and
thought her to be wrong. That was why the atmosphere seemed tense earlier.

Elias thought she shouldn’t be saying that and interjected, “Stop interfering in Lucian’s
relationship. It has been years since they last met, so Elektra might not think that way!”

Sonya huffed in displeasure. “Lucian is a capable man! Even if Elektra doesn’t have
feelings for him now, if they spend more time together, her feelings for him may develop
and grow over time! How can you be sure she doesn’t love him?”

They started arguing again and completely forgot about Lucian.

“You can talk to her,” Lucian suddenly said.

Silence fell after he said those words.

Both Sonya and Elias gazed at him in disbelief.

“What did you just say?” Elias was the first to regain his composure. He frowned as he
put his fork down.
Lucian reiterated, “Since you both think she’s nice, you can approach her. I have no
objections if she’s interested in becoming my wife.”

The reason he came to Sonya was that Aubree was the only woman he had been in
contact with over the years.

Despite agreeing with Jack’s condition to marry another woman, he couldn’t find any
suitable candidate.

He had to seek his mother’s help.

She had never liked Roxanne and would definitely look around for other suitable
women.

Be it Elektra or another woman, he didn’t mind, for they weren’t Roxanne.

All he needed was a woman who would marry him as soon as possible.

Sonya and Elias shared a look before giving Lucian a pointed one.

They refused to believe that he would suddenly change his mind.

“So, you want to marry Elektra now? But what about Roxanne? I thought you were
adamant about marrying her a while ago. And what about Essie?” Elias asked sternly.

Chapter 1681 Your Own Decision

Lucian’s gaze darkened slightly when Elias mentioned Roxanne. However, he
concealed it and recomposed himself before his parents noticed it.
Lucian’s gaze darkened slightly when Elias mentioned Roxanne. However, he
concealed it and recomposed himself before his parents noticed it.

“I’ll ask Essie first. But if she wants to be with her mother, I won’t stop her.”

Lucian only mentioned his arrangement for Estella and said nothing about Roxanne.

Sonya felt even more incredulous when she heard that Lucian had even thought about
whether he was going to keep Estella or let her go.

“What’s with you today, Lucian? Are you feeling sick? Do you have a fever?” Sonya
asked. Although I’ve never liked Roxanne, I know Lucian is obsessed with her. In fact,
no one knows that better than me! I was prepared for a long battle. Why is he giving up
so easily? Could this be a trick or something?
Lucian looked at her with a plain expression and asked in a deep voice, “Haven’t you
been wishing to see me marry another woman? Why are you reacting this way now that
I’m giving in?”

Sonya was rendered speechless. Nonetheless, she still felt something was amiss, so
she shot Elias a glance.

Elias looked at Lucian concernedly and asked, “Did something happen? Did you have a
fight with Roxanne?”

That was what Elias had in mind because he couldn’t think of another reason for his
son’s behavior.
That was what Elias had in mind because he couldn’t think of another reason for his
son’s behavior.

Lucian didn’t comment on that. Instead, he urged Sonya, “I don’t have her contact, so
please help me contact her and ask her to come over. Or maybe I can go over to look
for her.”

Sonya’s eyes were filled with confusion.

“I’m only saying this tonight. After tonight, I might change my mind.” Lucian turned to
meet Sonya’s gaze.

Sonya was still hesitating. It’s true. I’ve always wanted him to marry someone else.
However… something is definitely wrong with Lucian tonight.

“What happened, Lucian? Tell us. Even if I can’t help you, maybe your dad can!” Sonya
asked patiently because she wanted to get to the bottom of it.

Lucian’s patience was running thin. He instantly put down his fork and said, “Since
you’re not going to help, I’ll do it myself.”

Sonya grew anxious when she saw him walking toward the door. She quickly agreed to
it and said, “All right! I’ll call Elektra and ask her to come over!”

With that, she whipped out her phone to ring Elektra.

The call got through after just a few rings.

With a scowl on her face, Sonya asked, “Are you free now, Elektra? You’ve been
wanting to see Lucian ever since you came back, right? He’s here with me now. Would
you like to come over?”

That was the first time Sonya had asked to meet someone during dinner time.
Fortunately for Sonya, Elektra didn’t mind one bit. In fact, Elektra was elated when she
heard she could see Lucian. Needless to say, she agreed to go over.

Upon hanging up the phone, Sonya looked at Lucian helplessly and said, “Elektra said
she’s coming over. Sit down and have some food.”

After saying that, she sighed worriedly. What exactly happened? Why did Lucian
change so suddenly?

Lucian kept mum and sat in the same spot as before.

Sonya glanced at Lucian before shooting Elias a look. She knew Lucian wouldn’t listen
to whatever she had to say, so she hoped that Elias could get some answers out of
Lucian.

To her dismay, Elias merely stared at Lucian with a grim expression and rose to his
feet. “It’s your decision, so I’m not going to intervene, but you have to be responsible for
your own decision.”

With that, he turned around and went upstairs.

Chapter 1682 Marriage Certificate

Lucian and Sonya sat in the living room and waited for Elektra.
Lucian and Sonya sat in the living room and waited for Elektra.

Neither of them uttered a word to the other.

After some time, they heard noises coming from the door.

Sonya glanced at Lucian before standing up to greet the guest.

“Mrs. Farwell,” the guest greeted.

An elegant woman was seen walking in through the main entrance. Not only did the
woman have a nice smile, but she also had a gentle voice. In fact, she seemed like a
cultured and educated girl.

In a dark green dress, Elektra was holding a white purse in one hand and Sonya’s arm
affectionately in the other.

Ever since she returned to the country, she had met up with Sonya a few times, so they
were close.

Obviously, Sonya liked Elektra and thought Elektra would make a perfect daughter-in-
law.
“I’m so sorry for asking to see you at such an odd time. Have you had your dinner?”
Sonya asked with a smile.

Elektra returned with a smile of her own and replied, “It’s all right. I’m on a diet. I don’t
eat at night.”

The two of them entered the living room.

When Lucian heard them approaching, he rose to his feet and greeted the guest
gentlemanly.

“It’s been a while, Lucian. You look so mature now.” Admiration flashed across Elektra’s
eyes when she saw Lucian.

They had parted when they were both still teenagers.

They had parted when they were both still teenagers.

Over the years, Elektra had seen Lucian on the television frequently, and she knew he
had changed a lot.

However, only when she saw him in person did she realize how much he had changed.

Lucian politely reached out to shake her hand. “Indeed, it’s been a while. You look
prettier now.”

Elektra smiled sheepishly in response.

Sonya had forgotten all about her bafflement from earlier on when she saw the two of
them interacting harmoniously. With a smile, she said, “You guys talk, okay? I’ll make
some coffee.”

She turned around and left to give them some privacy.

Elektra sat down on the couch next to Lucian and sized him up.

She had been spending time with Sonya over the past couple of days, so she had heard
quite a bit about what was going on between Lucian and Roxanne. Now that I see him,
it’s really hard to imagine him doing those things for a woman. Besides, why is he
seeing me? Is he not worried about Ms. Jarvis misunderstanding the situation?

At that moment, Elektra’s gaze was filled with puzzlement.

“Do you have a boyfriend or someone you’re into?” Lucian asked straightforwardly.
Elektra was dumbfounded when she heard the question, and she cast him a confused
glance. Isn’t that a private question? Why is Lucian asking me that the minute he sees
me?

Upon seeing the earnest expression on Lucian’s face, Elektra instinctively became
serious as well. “N-No… What’s up?”

“What do you think about me? If you don’t mind, we can get our marriage certificates
right away.”

Elektra got even more confused. What’s happening? We’ve only met each other, and
he’s already asking me to marry him. If I remember correctly, Sonya told me Lucian is in
love with someone. If that’s the case, why is he doing this? Besides, where are we
supposed to go to get our marriage certificates at night?

“L-Lucian, have you been drinking? Do you know what you’re talking about?” she
asked.

With a straight face, Lucian answered, “I haven’t been drinking.”

Elektra could not wrap her head around it when she heard his answer.

In a deep voice, Lucian said, “That’s the reason I asked to see you. You can give it
some thought whether you want to marry me or not.”

Chapter 1683 Does Essie Know

Elektra didn’t know how to respond, as Lucian seemed adamant about getting married.
Elektra didn’t know how to respond, as Lucian seemed adamant about getting married.

At that moment, Sonya was leaving the kitchen after preparing the coffee. When she
heard what Lucian said, she couldn’t help but be astounded. I thought Lucian said those
words in a fit of rage. That’s why I thought he would change his mind the moment he
saw Elektra. However, he’s actually doing it! Furthermore, he’s being so straightforward!

“Lucian, are you facing some difficulties? Otherwise, why would you suddenly ask me to
marry you?” Elektra regained her senses, and a guess slowly surfaced in her mind.
Something must’ve happened, and Lucian is forced to do this. What could it be?

Sonya halted in her tracks when she heard Elektra’s question. She also threw Lucian a
confused glance. I’ve been asking him that question, and I couldn’t get an answer out of
him. Now, even Elektra thinks something has happened. That has to be the case, then!
Will he tell Elektra the truth?

Sonya waited by the entrance of the kitchen.

She had thought she could eavesdrop on their conversation. To her surprise, Lucian
suddenly turned toward her and met her gaze.

Sonya froze momentarily before coming back to her senses and serving them the drinks
nonchalantly. “I made coffee for you guys. Have some while you guys talk.”

Then she sat down next to them.

Then she sat down next to them.

“Please give us some privacy. I need to speak privately with Ms. Lane,” Lucian uttered
in a deep voice.

As soon as those words fell, Sonya froze, and her expression stiffened. “What do you
want to talk to her about? Why must you hide it from me?”

Naturally, Sonya was displeased.

However, Lucian wasn’t keen on explaining himself.

For a moment, the atmosphere in the room became tense.

Feeling the tension, Elektra quickly said, “Mrs. Farwell, I suddenly feel like eating the
finger food you make. Would you mind making some for me?”

Only then did Sonya give in and say, “Carry on, then. I’ll make some finger food for
you.”

After saying that, Sonya went back to the kitchen reluctantly.

Lucian and Elektra continued talking after Sonya left.

While Sonya was making finger food in the kitchen, she tried her best to listen in on
their conversation, but to no avail.

Half an hour later, Sonya couldn’t take it anymore. She stopped what she was doing
and wanted to check on them.

Unexpectedly, she saw them standing up and seemingly leaving the moment she left
the kitchen.

“What’s the matter?” Sonya looked at them in confusion.

“Mrs. Farwell, I’m sorry, but I’m in a rush. I won’t be able to eat those finger food today.
Please save some for me, and I’ll come again another day.” Elektra smiled.
In a rush? Sonya threw Lucian a suspicious look.

Upon meeting her gaze, Lucian said flatly, “I’m bringing her to the City Hall to collect our
marriage certificates. I’ve already contacted the City Hall, and they told me they would
wait half an hour for us.”

He turned to look at Elektra, signaling for her to pick up the pace.

No one knew what they had talked about, but Elektra had a natural expression on her
face. In fact, she even picked up her purse cooperatively and rushed toward Lucian.

Just like that, they walked toward the door, one after another.

Sonya was undeniably happy to see his son fulfilling her wishes by marrying another
woman. However, she could not help but find it weird.

“Why are you in such a rush? Does Essie know about this?” Sonya chased after Lucian.

Without turning back, Lucian answered, “I’ll tell her after I collect the marriage
certificate.”

Chapter 1684 Found Someone So Quickly

The two of them got into the car right away.
The two of them got into the car right away.

When they were on their way to the City Hall, Elektra was still in utter disbelief. Did I
really just say yes to him? I’m getting married to my childhood sweetheart whom I
haven’t seen in years. This is surreal!

Lucian noticed she was lost in thoughts, so he asked, “What’s on your mind?”

Elektra snapped out of her reverie and smiled nonchalantly. “Nothing. This feels like a
dream. Besides, I didn’t know the Farwell family is so influential that even the working
hours for the City Hall can be altered.”

“I just need someone to stamp a seal. Besides, I’m merely asking one of them to help,
so it’s not a big deal.”

Elektra smiled and went silent.

Half an hour later, they arrived in front of the City Hall on the dot, and both of them went
in to receive their marriage certificates.

After exiting the City Hall, Lucian drove slowly toward the Damaris residence.
Instead of reacting to the direction they were driving in, Elektra was merely looking at
her marriage certificate curiously.

“We’re here,” Lucian said in a deep voice after they arrived at the Damaris residence.

Elektra hummed an acknowledgment, passed Lucian her marriage certificate, and

watched him stuff it into his pocket. The two then entered the residence.

“Mr. Farwell?” Ever since what had happened the last time, the butler had been
traumatized. He didn’t dare to stop Lucian when he saw his arrival.

“Mr. Farwell?” Ever since what had happened the last time, the butler had been
traumatized. He didn’t dare to stop Lucian when he saw his arrival.

Fortunately for the butler, Lucian halted in his tracks voluntarily and said, “I’m here to
see Mr. Damaris. Let him know I’m here. He’ll want to see me.”

Upon hearing that, the butler heaved a sigh of relief inwardly before promptly agreeing.

The butler went inside and reported, “Mr. Damaris, Mr. Farwell is here. H-He brought a
woman along…”

Jack had just returned from the hotel, and he still had rage boiling within him. Before
Lucian arrived, Jack had been drinking on his own expressionlessly.

When Jack heard the butler, a meaningful look appeared in his eyes. He then ordered
the others to keep the alcohol aside before instructing, “Invite them in!”

The butler agreed and went out to welcome the guests.

Not long after, Lucian and Elektra appeared before Jack.

Jack sized Elektra up and smiled. “You have good taste in women, Mr. Farwell! You
managed to find yourself such an elegant and cultured lady within a short time. You’re
indeed incredible, Mr. Farwell.”

The moment Elektra saw Jack, she could feel the dangerous aura Jack was exuding.
Slightly terrified, she stood behind Lucian warily.

Jack let out a cold snort when he saw how Elektra was acting. “Mr. Farwell, have you
been secretively hanging out with the candidates Mdm. Songsler lined up for you while
Ms. Jarvis was awake? Otherwise, how could you have found someone so quickly?
Could it be that this lady here is eager to marry into the Farwell family?”

Lucian’s expression turned solemn. “You’re free to insult me, Mr. Damaris, but don’t
insult the person next to me.” He took a step back and introduced Elektra to Jack. “This
is Elektra Lane, and we grew up together. The Lanes went overseas a few years ago,
and Elektra followed her family there. She only returned to the country a couple of days
ago. You’re right. She’s an elegant and cultured lady, so I think you should choose your
words wisely, Mr. Damaris.”

Not only did Lucian introduce Elektra to Jack, but Lucian was also warning him.

The Farwell family had a good relationship with the Lane family. Having spent a few
years overseas, the Lane family had become a force to be reckoned with.

Although the Farwell family couldn’t do much if Jack were to treat Elektra poorly, the
Lane family would definitely have a go at Jack.

Chapter 1685 Where Is The Thing I Want

Lucian’s warning had evidently served its purpose. Faced with Elektra before him, Jack
was now much more disciplined than before.
Lucian’s warning had evidently served its purpose. Faced with Elektra before him, Jack
was now much more disciplined than before.

Elektra greeted graciously with a smile, “Nice to meet you, Mr. Damaris. I’ve heard a lot
about you.”

Jack got up and extended his arm courteously for a handshake. “You’re so beautiful,
Ms. Lane. You sure complement Mr. Farwell so well. Even your family background is
similar to his. You two sure are a match made in heaven! I doubt you’ll invite me to your
wedding, so I’ll give you my blessings first!” Then, he shifted his sarcasm-filled eyes to
Lucian. “There’s a good catch close to you, Mr. Farwell. Why do you have to be so
obsessed over Ms. Jarvis? There wouldn’t be so many problems if you had chosen Ms.
Lane from the beginning!”

Lucian looked at him coldly. “I’ve brought her here. Where’s the thing I want?”

Jack snickered. “Be patient. What I want to see isn’t her.”

An icy glint flashed across the eyes of both men.

Lucian pulled out a marriage certificate expressionlessly, and Jack reached out for it.

However, Lucian did not seem to have noticed that and instead walked past Jack and
put the marriage certificate on the coffee table.

Jack’s face darkened drastically as his hand was left empty mid-air. Nonetheless, the
instant he caught sight of Elektra at the side, he immediately recovered his composure.
A hint of contentment crept up his face.
It doesn’t matter what kind of attitude he gives! He has already lost!

It doesn’t matter what kind of attitude he gives! He has already lost!

Jack broke into a smirk. He turned around and strolled to the coffee table to pick up the
marriage certificate.

The moment he saw the photo and the official seal on the marriage certificate, he grew
even smugger.

“Tsk! Just look at this well-taken photo! Both Mr. and Mrs. Farwell are very photogenic
indeed!” Upon saying that, he shook his head regretfully. “Then again, this is a marriage
certificate. Why aren’t the two of you smiling? Those who have no idea what’s going on
will probably think that someone forced you two into this marriage!”

The faces of Lucian and Elektra clouded over when they heard Jack use “Mrs. Farwell”
in his remarks.

Elektra turned to Lucian, thinking that he would do something.

Unexpectedly, Lucian had already kept his temper in check. His face was devoid of
expression as he fixed his eyes on Jack. “Mr. Damaris, isn’t the marriage certificate
what you want? Nothing else really matters that much, no? No one else, other than the
few of us here, will get to see this thing anyway.”

No matter what kind of blatant provocation Jack made, Lucian was unaffected. Feeling
bored, he ultimately returned the marriage certificate to Elektra, who received it and
kept it away.

“You’ve seen what you wanted, Mr. Damaris. Now then, it’s time you give me what I
want,” Lucian uttered grimly.

Jack turned around unhurriedly, opened the drawer, and took out a small glass bottle.

It was a transparent bottle, and in it was a colorless and transparent liquid. At one
glance, it looked like a serum—the kind women used in their skincare routine.

“Here.”

Jack held the bottle out to Lucian. He was about to flaunt his remarkable medical skills
again, but Lucian snatched it away before he could do so.

The crease on Lucian’s brows deepened as he scrutinized the bottle in his grip
seriously.
Since he barely had any medical knowledge, there was no way he could tell if the bottle
of transparent liquid was the so-called antidote.

“Since you did as I said, Mr. Farwell, rest assured. I’m a man of my word. That is the
antidote for Ms. Jarvis. She’ll regain consciousness as long as you feed it to her.” A hint
of displeasure surged within Jack, but he quickly suppressed his emotions. “Ms. Jarvis
is my business partner, after all. There’s no reason I’d harm her.”

Instead of uttering a response, Lucian shot Jack an unfathomable look before he took
Elektra with him and strode off.

Chapter 1686 A Real Marriage

Looking at Lucian’s and Elektra’s retreating backs, Jack felt another wave of vexation
wash over him.
Looking at Lucian’s and Elektra’s retreating backs, Jack felt another wave of vexation
wash over him.

He furrowed his brows and muttered to himself, “Childhood sweethearts? The Lane
family? Isn’t that too much of a coincidence?”

Regarding Lucian’s love for Roxanne, Jack was not at all doubtful about it. After all, he
figured that Lucian would not have agreed to his request if that was not the case.

Yet, he thought Elektra’s sudden appearance at this juncture was too much of a
coincidence, so much that he could not help but feel suspicious.

After some deliberation, Jack decided to call Kevin over. “Go and find out who exactly
Elektra Lane is.”

I must find out the truth so that I can feel assured.

That very night, Kevin began his extensive search on Elektra.

In less than half an hour, he retrieved some results.

“Mr. Damaris, I’ve found it. As Mr. Farwell said, Elektra is indeed the daughter of the
Lane family. The Lane family and the Farwell family are considered family friends. A few
years ago, the Lanes decided to go overseas, and Elektra followed along too. However,
there aren’t any clues as to why she’s back recently,” Kevin conveyed the investigation
findings to Jack respectfully.

Despite the lengthy report, Jack did not hear anything related to the marriage. He
knitted his brows in dismay. “What about the marriage between the Farwell family and
the Lane family? It’s such a big matter. There’s no way the Lanes didn’t show any
response whatsoever!”
If I’m right, any family will be eager to announce it to the whole world if their daughter
gets to marry Lucian. How is it possible that there’s no news from the Lane family?

If I’m right, any family will be eager to announce it to the whole world if their daughter
gets to marry Lucian. How is it possible that there’s no news from the Lane family?

Jack was particularly suspicious about that.

Kevin recalled his investigation findings and said cautiously, “I didn’t discover any
reaction from the Lanes to the marriage news while I was investigating. It’s almost as if
they didn’t know about the marriage…”

Jack narrowed his eyes pensively. “No reaction? Perhaps they’re really clueless about
this matter?”

And one possible reason why they’re clueless is that Lucian and Elektra haven’t had
time to inform them. Then again, it’s also possible that… this marriage is merely a ruse!

Kevin was stunned to hear those words.

Marriage is such an important matter. How can they not inform their family about it?

Jack stayed silent for a long while, seemingly pondering over something. Frustration
engulfed him initially, but that soon transformed into contempt and disdain. “Get
someone to continue keeping an eye on the Lanes.”

Even though Kevin did not quite understand Jack’s meaning, he politely nodded
regardless and immediately left to execute the order.

With that, Jack was the only one left in the living room.

At the thought of Kevin’s findings report, Jack curled the corners of his lips into a cold
smile.

How interesting is it that the Lane family doesn’t know about the marriage? Don’t tell me
the CEO of Farwell Group actually got driven to the edge of the cliff by me and had to
fake his marriage? Or did Elektra and him agree to a paper marriage? But if that’s the
case, I wonder what he did to win over the heiress of the Lane family. Her family
background is so prominent, so why is she willing to be his nominal wife? Or should I
say, is Lucian really that charming? Anyway, none of this matters. Whether or not it’s a
real marriage, I’ll find out sooner or later by monitoring the Lane family’s response. If
Lucian dares to deceive me regarding this matter…

Jack narrowed his eyes dangerously.

That bottle he gave Lucian was indeed the antidote that could save Roxanne.
Nevertheless, it was impossible to entirely remove the toxins in Roxanne’s body based
on just that tiny bottle of antidote alone.

The amount in that bottle was only one-fifth of the dosage and was enough to keep
Roxanne conscious for some time.

After the antidote effects wear off, if Lucian keeps his promise and leaves Roxanne, I’ll
naturally let Roxanne have the remaining dosage. But if he dares to lie to me, I’ll make
sure he has to beg me for help by then!

Chapter 1687 If We Delay Any Longer

After leaving the Damaris residence, Lucian did not even spare time to send Elektra
home and brought her to the hospital instead.
After leaving the Damaris residence, Lucian did not even spare time to send Elektra
home and brought her to the hospital instead.

As she sat in the rear passenger seat and observed how worried he looked through the
rearview mirror, she could not help sighing inwardly. So, it turns out that everything
Sonya told me previously is true. I can’t believe he’d love someone to this extent.

Her realization of how strong his love was for Roxanne only piqued her curiosity about
what sort of woman Roxanne was. Even though he was taking her to the hospital in the
middle of the night, she did not utter a single complaint.

It was only after Lucian had sped all the way to the hospital that he realized he had
forgotten to send Elektra home. Things had been so busy over the past few days that
he could hardly think straight. He said apologetically, “I’m sorry for troubling you to
come with me to get the marriage certificate at such a late hour, then bringing you here
to the hospital. If you don’t mind waiting in the car for a while, I’ll ask my assistant to
come over and take you home.”

Elektra chuckled unconcernedly. Lifting her gaze to look toward the hospital, she replied
lightly, “No. I want to go in and see the woman who’s capable of making you care so
deeply about her.” Then she turned to Lucian with a smile. “You don’t mind, do you?”

The pair looked at each other for a few seconds. She could see his gaze gradually
soften when she mentioned Roxanne, and her curiosity heightened.

The pair looked at each other for a few seconds. She could see his gaze gradually
soften when she mentioned Roxanne, and her curiosity heightened.

“Part of the reason I managed to obtain this bottle of antidote is because of you. In a
way, you have a part in saving Roxanne. She should thank you personally,” he
answered in a deep voice.
Upon hearing his response, Elektra could not resist saying teasingly, “Really? Aren’t
you afraid she’ll get jealous when she wakes up and sees you with another woman? No
woman can bear such a shock, no?”

The mere thought of waking up after being unconscious for three or four days to see the
man she loved standing next to a strange woman was too much for Elektra, let alone
that it was the reality Roxanne was about to face.

Lucian smiled calmly. “Roxanne isn’t like that, so you don’t have to worry. Since you
wish to meet her, you should go in with me.”

After saying that, he turned and led the way without waiting for her to respond.

She was momentarily surprised. Recalling what Lucian had said earlier, she could not
suppress her curiosity and hurried after him.

As soon as the pair exited the elevator, they saw Madilyn quietly wiping her tears next
to the door of the ward.

She had been tending to Roxanne inside the room and working with the specialists to
help Roxanne regain consciousness. But no matter how hard they tried, their efforts had
been futile. In fact, Roxanne’s condition had even worsened! The sky was pitch-black,
and it was going to be morning soon. However, they had yet to make any progress.

Unable to bear staying in the ward any longer, she had left the room in despair and
gone out to the corridor to compose herself. However, try as she might, she could not
stop her tears from flowing.

When she saw Lucian walking out of the elevator, she was stunned for a few seconds.
Then she rushed forward anxiously and grabbed his arm. “How did it go, Mr. Farwell?
Have you thought of a way to save Roxanne? There’s no time left! If we delay any
longer…”

I know the only way he can save Roxanne is to comply with Jack’s wishes and marry
someone else, but I can’t worry about that anymore! If we delay any longer, she’ll die!

When Lucian noticed her red-rimmed eyes, his gaze dimmed with concern. “What
happened? Did her condition worsen again?”

He could not think of another reason that could have caused Madilyn to cry so bitterly.

Chapter 1688 Let Her Take The Antidote

Madilyn turned to glance in the direction of the ward while struggling to steady her
tearful voice. “It was just hardening of the blood vessels at first, but the effect of the
treatment these few days has been little to none. Now, several blood spots have
appeared…”
Madilyn turned to glance in the direction of the ward while struggling to steady her
tearful voice. “It was just hardening of the blood vessels at first, but the effect of the
treatment these few days has been little to none. Now, several blood spots have
appeared…”

A look of shock and distress filled his eyes when he heard that. He pulled her hand
away and strode into the ward.

Inside the room, a group of specialists had gathered around Roxanne. They wore
expressions of helplessness and pity.

“How is she?” Lucian asked coldly.

The specialists bowed their heads, not knowing how to respond. They were afraid of
incurring Lucian’s wrath if they told the truth.

Having followed him into the room, Elektra felt a chill run down her spine when she saw
the anger on his face. Nonetheless, she calmly reminded him, “Lucian, hurry up and
give Ms. Jarvis the antidote.”

Everyone suddenly took notice of her presence, and their gazes shifted between her
and Lucian as they wondered who she was.

Madilyn followed them into the room. She had noticed the woman while they were
standing in the corridor but had been far too worried about Roxanne’s condition to ask
about her. However, after hearing the woman address Lucian as though they knew
each other very well, she could not help feeling sorry for her best friend.

Madilyn’s eyes flashed with hostility as she asked, “Who are you?”

Madilyn’s eyes flashed with hostility as she asked, “Who are you?”

Elektra was taken aback. Knowing that Madilyn had misunderstood, she smiled and
replied, “Let’s return to that question later. The most pressing matter now is to let Ms.
Jarvis take the antidote.”

Antidote? Madilyn’s expression stiffened, then turned into a look of distress. If Cayden
has obtained the antidote, that means he has married another woman. I guess it must
be her.

Nonetheless, she knew he had done so to save her best friend’s life, so she could not
say anything. All she could do was keep the pain she felt to herself.

“You should do it.” Lucian had walked over without her realizing it and was holding out a
clear bottle.
Madilyn raised her hand and took it from him in a daze, her heart welling up with
sadness. “Mr. Farwell, are you trying to avoid arousing suspicion?”

Otherwise, why would he entrust such an important task to me?

His brows drew together in a slight frown. In a low voice, he replied, “I don’t know much
about pharmacology. Since you’re a doctor, it’d probably be safer if you did it.”

After saying that, he turned and strode back to the hospital bed.

For a moment, Madilyn felt at a loss. She turned her head to look at Elektra, then
glanced at Roxanne on the hospital bed. A trace of hesitation flitted across her eyes.
When Roxanne wakes up and learns of the news, I wonder how she’ll take it.

However, she only hesitated for a split second before quickly walking forward. Roxanne
is in no condition to wait while I get the details of what happened. We’ll deal with it after
she takes the antidote.

“Mr. Farwell, could you please help to lift her?” She stood next to the bed, assuming a
professional attitude.

Little by little, Madilyn poured the antidote into Roxanne’s mouth. She had only gotten
halfway through when the latter’s face suddenly turned pale.

Madilyn’s heart sank, and she quickly stopped feeding her friend the antidote with a
conflicted look in her eyes. She appears as though she’s in just as much pain as the
other night! The poison is acting up again!

“What’s happening?” Lucian had also noticed the unusual reaction. His panic was
almost palpable around him, yet he held Roxanne as gently as ever for fear of
accidentally hurting her while she lay unconscious.

After soying thot, he turned ond strode bock to the hospitol bed.

For o moment, Modilyn felt ot o loss. She turned her heod to look ot Elektro, then
glonced ot Roxonne on the hospitol bed. A troce of hesitotion flitted ocross her eyes.
When Roxonne wokes up ond leorns of the news, I wonder how she’ll toke it.

However, she only hesitoted for o split second before quickly wolking forword. Roxonne
is in no condition to woit while I get the detoils of whot hoppened. We’ll deol with it ofter
she tokes the ontidote.

“Mr. Forwell, could you pleose help to lift her?” She stood next to the bed, ossuming o
professionol ottitude.
Little by little, Modilyn poured the ontidote into Roxonne’s mouth. She hod only gotten
holfwoy through when the lotter’s foce suddenly turned pole.

Modilyn’s heort sonk, ond she quickly stopped feeding her friend the ontidote with o
conflicted look in her eyes. She oppeors os though she’s in just os much poin os the
other night! The poison is octing up ogoin!

“Whot’s hoppening?” Lucion hod olso noticed the unusuol reoction. His ponic wos
olmost polpoble oround him, yet he held Roxonne os gently os ever for feor of
occidentolly hurting her while she loy unconscious.

Aftar saying that, ha turnad and stroda back to tha hospital bad.

For a momant, Madilyn falt at a loss. Sha turnad har haad to look at Elaktra, than
glancad at Roxanna on tha hospital bad. A traca of hasitation flittad across har ayas.
Whan Roxanna wakas up and laarns of tha naws, I wondar how sha’ll taka it.

Howavar, sha only hasitatad for a split sacond bafora quickly walking forward. Roxanna
is in no condition to wait whila I gat tha datails of what happanad. Wa’ll daal with it aftar
sha takas tha antidota.

“Mr. Farwall, could you plaasa halp to lift har?” Sha stood naxt to tha bad, assuming a
profassional attituda.

Littla by littla, Madilyn pourad tha antidota into Roxanna’s mouth. Sha had only gottan
halfway through whan tha lattar’s faca suddanly turnad pala.

Madilyn’s haart sank, and sha quickly stoppad faading har friand tha antidota with a
conflictad look in har ayas. Sha appaars as though sha’s in just as much pain as tha
othar night! Tha poison is acting up again!

“What’s happaning?” Lucian had also noticad tha unusual raaction. His panic was
almost palpabla around him, yat ha hald Roxanna as gantly as avar for faar of
accidantally hurting har whila sha lay unconscious.