Mission To Remarry

At those words, Roxanne looked at the children in the distance who were having the time of their lives.

I wonder if it's the feeling of security Lucian brings that makes the children appear much happier than they used to be.

She could not bear to spoil their mood, seeing as the children did not have many outings.

Roxanne steeled herself to reject Lucian's suggestion. “I'm not unwell. My clothes just aren't the best fit to get physical in.”

Lucian merely fixed her with a penetrating gaze. “Where? Are they too loose?”

Seizing the opportunity, Roxanne nodded.

His voice, carrying hints of displeasure, sounded a moment later. “It shouldn't preclude you from playing with the children if it is loose fitting. I felt it when I hugged you earlier, and it fits you just fine.”

Roxanne's cheeks grew redder than ever. She glared helplessly up at him.

doubts me. Does he want me to spell it

the woman's gaze, Lucian gave her an inscrutable smile and leaned in close

front of her. “Did I buy the undergarments in the wrong size?” he asked softly, sweeping his gaze over her

Roxanne covered them with

low chuckle

placed six years ago, but I'd

felt her ears scorch. She turned her head silently away from his hot breath at

can't take all the blame. After all, you never gave me a chance to take the measurements. I would remember

by

years apart, he has become more shameless.

heartbeat quickened in her consternation. She was so nervous that she dared not

he did

averted his gaze with a laugh and reached for his phone from his pocket. “Since you're restricted from running around, do you want to take a look at the

a place to hide