Leaving The Country After Divorce

Chapter 96

She was busy taking care of Estella when her phone rang in her bag

Afraid Estella would rousc, she immediately covered Estella’s ears and was about to get up to take her phone. To her surprise, Lucian got to his feet and came over to her with her phone.

“Thank you,” Roxanne thanked him softly.

Glancing at the screen, she immediately berated herself for forgetting about her sons.

“Mommy!” the boys yelled the minute the call connected. “When are you coming home?”

Roxanne lowered her voice. “I’m busy tonight, so I might come home late. Have you had dinner?”

The boys replied, “Yes, we did. What about you? Don’t forget to take care of yourself even if you’re busy!”

Touched, Roxanne chuckled. “I know. I’ve eaten earlier. Don’t wait up for me. Good night!”“Got it, Mommy. Try to come home as early as possible. Don’t tire yourself out!” the boys responded in unison.

curved into a grin. Roxanne chatted with them briefly

was about to ask whether she had to head home to take care of them, but the

him change

stay at home? Or do you hire someone

told him, “My friend helps out. Now,

asked, “Was it the same when

Roxanne answered instinctively, “I’d hire someone to

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easier to take care of. It must have been hard when they were younger,” Lucian said suddenly. His gaze fell on her as he pretended

made Roxanne’s heart’lurch

the boys spent time with Lucian, she worried that he’d discover the truth. Thus, she kept reminding the boys

expect to be

for some time before replying, “They are around four years old. It’s normal