Chapter 162
Chapter 162 Their Relationship
After seeing them interacting with each other a few times, Jonathan seemed to have figured something out. At the very least, he had noticed that Lucian’s attitude toward Roxanne was far from what he expected.
Jonathan watched as Lucian’s gaze followed Roxanne and Larry, his eyes narrowing slightly whenever Larry made Roxanne laugh. It was clear that Lucian was not pleased with the situation, and his discomfort was palpable.
Deciding to probe further, Jonathan casually approached Lucian. “Lucian, it seems like you know Dr. Jarvis quite well. How long have you two known each other?”
Lucian’s expression tightened momentarily before he composed himself. “We’ve known each other for a while. Our paths have crossed professionally on several occasions.”
Jonathan nodded thoughtfully. “I see. She seems very accomplished and well-regarded in her field. It’s no wonder she’s made such an impression on you.”
Lucian’s jaw clenched slightly at Jonathan’s observation, but he merely nodded in response. “Yes, she’s very talented.”
Jonathan decided to push a little further. “And what about Dr. Morrison? They seem to have a close relationship. Do you know much about him?”
Lucian’s eyes darkened at the mention of Larry. “Dr. Morrison is a well-respected colleague of Roxanne’s from her time abroad. They worked together on several projects.”
Jonathan couldn’t help but notice the tension in Lucian’s voice. “It must be nice for her to have someone familiar to work with now that she’s back.”
Lucian’s expression remained stoic, but there was a flicker of something in his eyes. “Yes, it’s good for her to have support.”
Seeing that he had hit a nerve, Jonathan decided to ease off. “Well, it’s great to see such talented individuals coming together for the benefit of the medical community. I’m sure their collaboration will yield excellent results.”
Lucian nodded curtly, clearly not interested in continuing the conversation. “Indeed.”
As the evening progressed, Lucian couldn’t shake off the feeling of unease. He found himself watching Roxanne and Larry more closely, his mind racing with thoughts he couldn’t quite control.
Roxanne, meanwhile, was oblivious to the tension building in Lucian. She was enjoying catching up with Larry, their conversation flowing easily as they reminisced about their time abroad and discussed their current projects.
At one point, Larry leaned in slightly, his tone more serious. “Roxanne, I wanted to ask you something. Have you thought about collaborating on a research project together? I believe our combined expertise could make a significant impact.”
Roxanne’s eyes lit up at the suggestion. “That sounds like a wonderful idea, Larry. I’d love to work on a project with you. What did you have in mind?”
Larry smiled, clearly pleased with her enthusiasm. “I have a few ideas, but let’s sit down and discuss them in detail. I think we could come up with something truly groundbreaking.”
As they continued to talk, Lucian’s patience wore thin. He decided he couldn’t stand by any longer. With a determined stride, he made his way over to where Roxanne and Larry were standing.
“Roxanne,” he interrupted, his voice firm. “May I have a word with you?”
Roxanne looked up, surprised by the interruption. “Of course, Lucian. Excuse me, Larry.”
Larry nodded, watching with mild curiosity as Roxanne followed Lucian a short distance away.
Lucian’s expression was serious as he looked down at her. “I need to talk to you about something important.”
Roxanne’s brow furrowed in concern. “What is it, Lucian?”
He hesitated for a moment, searching for the right words. “I’ve noticed the way you and Dr. Morrison interact. It’s clear that you have a close relationship.”
Roxanne’s eyes widened slightly. “Yes, we do. We’ve been friends and colleagues for years. Why do you ask?”
Lucian took a deep breath. “I just want to make sure you’re aware of how others might perceive it. It’s important to maintain a professional image, especially in our field.”
Roxanne frowned, sensing that there was more to his concern. “Are you worried about my reputation, Lucian? Or is there something else you’re not telling me?”
Lucian’s gaze softened slightly, but he remained firm. “I care about your reputation, Roxanne. But more than that, I care about you. I don’t want to see you get hurt or misunderstood.”
Roxanne’s expression softened as she realized the depth of his concern. “I appreciate that, Lucian. But you don’t have to worry about Larry and me. We’re just friends, and our professional relationship is strictly that.”
Lucian nodded, though he still felt a lingering unease. “I trust you, Roxanne. I just want you to be careful.”
She smiled gently, reaching out to squeeze his hand reassuringly. “I will, Lucian. Thank you for looking out for me.”
As they returned to the group, Lucian couldn’t help but feel a sense of relief. He knew that his feelings for Roxanne were growing stronger, and he hoped that one day she would understand just how much she meant to him.
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