The Abandoned Wife novel Chapter 266

Not wanting to attract attention to herself, Roxanne interrupted coldly, “Since Ms. Pearson is back and Essie's tree has been planted, I think you should take Essie and go back with Ms. Pearson, Mr. Farwell.”

Hearing that, Aubree shot to her feet and glanced at Lucian with a grin.

Aubree's motive for coming was to prevent Lucian and Roxanne from spending time with each other. Now that Roxanne had suggested the idea herself, Aubree could not be happier.

Lucian's gaze turned grim when he heard Roxanne's words. He looked at her with a frown and said, “Ms. Jarvis, you helped me and Essie to plant the tree just now. I can't just leave like that. Besides, there's one more tree left. Let's plant it together.”

Roxanne furrowed her brows. When she was about to turn down his suggestion, Estella called out timidly, “Ms. Jarvis...”

Roxanne's heart softened. She turned around, only to notice the look of aversion on Estella's face.

Clearly, Estella was traumatized by what Aubree had done to her previously. She was still afraid of her.

I'd love to keep Essie with me if possible, but we're not even related. I can't do anything about it even if I want to protect her.

After pondering for a moment, Roxanne lowered her eyes and agreed, “Since you've said that, Mr. Farwell, I'm afraid I'll have to trouble you, then.”

Lucian's expression relaxed. He picked up the shovel and continued filling up the holes.

Meanwhile, Estella's mood lifted when she realized Roxanne would not leave her. Smiling, she joined the boys to fill the holes.

All of a sudden, Aubree was neglected by everyone.

After a moment of silence, Aubree mustered her courage and made up her mind to take Lucian away from Roxanne. She asked, “Lucian, you must be tired. Why don't you stop and get some rest?”

However, Lucian did not stop. It was as if he did not hear her voice at all.