The Abandoned Wife (Lucian) novel Chapter 159

Chapter 158

Roxanne kept silent after she greeted them. Since Alfred didn’t give her a chance to leave, she had no choice but to stay and listen to their conversation.

Sonya retracted her gaze from Roxanne and looked at Alfred carnestly. “What a blessing it is for the Queen family now that you’re fine!”

Alfred smiled and nodded before turning toward Roxanne. “It’s all thanks to Dr. Jarvis. Without her, I would still be bedridden!”

As soon as those words fell, everyone turned to look at Roxanne.

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Henrietta chimed in, “Indeed, Dr. Jarvis is the Queen family’s savior.”

With those few words, she had directed Sonya and the others’ attention toward Roxanne.

Roxanne furrowed her brows slightly and smiled. “I wouldn’t call myself a savior, though. As a doctor, I was just doing my job. I’m very glad to have cured Old Mr. Queen.”

Alfred’s admiration toward her grew when he saw how humble she was.

Sonya’s face fell when she noticed Alfred’s attitude toward Roxanne. However, she maintained her smile and said sarcastically, “Not too shabby for a young doctor like her. We’ve looked for so many renowned doctors, and none of them succeeded. How surprising.”

Although it seemed like Sonya was praising her, Roxanne could sense the hostility in those words.

Roxanne’s heart sank, and she ignored Sonya.

Aubree wasn’t pleased with how everyone was putting the spotlight on Roxanne. As soon as silence ensued, she let go of Sonya’s arm and went up to Alfred. In a coquettish tone, she said, “Old. Mr. Queen, you’re going to live a long and stress-free life now that you’ve survived the illness!”

Alfred shifted his attention toward her and smiled when he heard that. “Why do you say so?”