Chapter 1119
Jack smilingly agreed, “I’ll take my leave first. Look through these medical books and contact me anytime if you have questions.”
Gratitude filled Roxanne’s eyes. “I will.”
Just like that, they walked toward the door one after another.
Before getting into the car, Jack whipped his head back and cast Roxanne a mysterious glance.
Noticing the man’s gaze, Roxanne scrunched her brows in puzzlement.
“It’s truly a pity to miss the opportunity to dine with you tonight, Ms. Jarvis.”
Jack’s face was plastered with disappointment.
Roxanne was visibly stunned for a brief moment but politely replied, “There’ll be opportunities in the future. Besides, I still have to thank you for providing medicines for our research institute, Mr. Damaris.”
Jack arched an eyebrow. “If you want to thank me, how about you personally whip up a meal for me, Ms. Jarvis?”
Without waiting for Roxanne’s reply, Jack added, “I’m sick of those restaurants out there, and I thought you probably have impressive cooking skills. I wonder if I have the privilege to taste the dishes you make.”
Roxanne couldn’t say no since the man had put it that way. Thus, she could only agree. “If you wish, Mr. Damaris, I can cook for you. But I hope you won’t be disappointed.”
Jack raised his brows and chuckled. “I won’t be disappointed as long as you’re the cook.”
As his words fell, he turned and got into the car. “It’s a deal then. You’ll cook me a meal next time. It’s late today, I’ll head back first.”
Roxanne nodded absentmindedly.
Is it just me, or does his attitude seem a little weird just now? We have always been nothing more than business partners. Why would he suddenly request for me to cook him a meal? Isn’t that a bit too intimate?
After watching the car depart, Roxanne headed back into the mansion, overwhelmed with mixed feelings.
Thinking about her promise to Jack just now, Roxanne could not help but feel a hint of guilt surge within her as she was aware of how repulsive the boys were toward Jack.
Mommy hasn’t had any contact with Daddy recently. In contrast, she meets Mr. Damaris almost every day. If this
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