The Abandoned Wife (Lucian) novel Chapter 700

Chapter 700 Voluntarily Apologizing

Roxanne snapped out of it and typed out a reply: Thank you, but it’s what I should have done. We will be working together in the future, so you shouldn’t be so courteous every time.

Jack smiled guardedly and replied: Indeed, it won’t happen again. A rustling sound came from upstairs as soon as he sent the text.

He pocketed the phone, and his gaze shot up to see a middle-aged man guiding Hector down the stairs in slow, measured steps, both of them engrossed in a conversation.

The man’s presence made Jack frown, but he was a product of his upbringing, so he greeted politely, “Grandpa, Mr. Hightower.” That man was Stephen Hightower, Jessica’s father.

One could only imagine why he would want Grandpa to summon me back home. The only possibility is to plead in favor of Jessica after the mess she made.

Irritation surged in him when he remembered that night’s events. Hector and Stephen turned to look in his direction when he spoke. “You’re home so soon?” Hector glanced at him with a smile, clearly enjoying his conversation with Stephen.

A frown drew Jack’s brows together, and he nodded at Hector. “Why did you call me back?”

Hector glanced at Stephen. “I hope we didn’t interrupt you by summoning you back abruptly.” Stephen’s words of concern conveyed his apology. With Hector present, Jack decided not to escalate the situation and only replied flatly, “No.”

Stephen heaved a sigh of relief. “That’s good. I had your grandpa call you home after Jessica told me things between both of you are tense. I’d like to apologize on her behalf.”