A faint scowl appeared on Lucian’s face. Just when he wanted to speak, the sound of a ringtone interrupted the awkward atmosphere between them.

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Roxanne averted her gaze apathetically and took out her phone from her bag. When she glanced at the caller ID, she saw that it was Larry calling.

At that, she secretly sighed with relief. Larry’s phone call came to my rescue!

After nodding toward Lucian, Roxanne picked up the phone and walked to her car.

This time, Lucian did not try to stop her.

Walking past Lucian, Roxanne could feel herself easing up.

Meanwhile, Lucian recalled the caller ID on Roxanne’s phone while staring at her retreating figure. If I remember correctly,

man even had a meal privately with Roxanne. They seemed

too. Hmm, I didn’t expect them

that

abruptly darkened.

something

Roxanne picked up the phone, they exchanged pleasantries until she got into the car. Then, she took the initiative to ask

end of the line, Larry replied with a chortle, “Why are you acting so distant toward me? Can’t I call you

Smilingly, she answered, “Of course, you can. However, I’m sure most people

all, Roxanne would usually be sending the kids off to kindergarten or on

“I called to arrange a time to meet as I have something to

fine to meet up

Larry promptly agreed.

hanging up the call, Roxanne was confused about what Larry had said during the call. I wonder what he wants to

walked out of the research facility. When she saw the

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