Mission To Remarry

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.

was dusk when he arrived.

up dinner for the medical specialists at the hospital.

uneasy, Madilyn remained

up upon his arrival. “How did

he had left. There was even

no harm

he observed Madilyn's

worry for two days straight did Madilyn's pallor no good.

book some rooms in the hotel next door.

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

day and will continue to do so tomorrow. We cannot handle the consequences of any

that, Madilyn finally nodded.

happens to her, call me. I'll keep my phone

Lucian nodded.