Chapter 3 The Little Mute
- Roxanne's heart lurched to her throat and remained there as she hurried out of the airport. She kept turning at her shoulder to confirm he didn't come after them.
- Fortunately, his figure remained nowhere to be seen even after they exited the airport.
- Roxanne could finally heave a sigh of relief.
- The kids found it strange that she kept turning her head to glance behind them.
- As Roxanne seemed anxious, they knew it wasn't the time to ask questions. Without a word, they allowed her to drag them out obediently.
- “Roxanne! Archie! Benny!” A woman called from afar.
- The three of them lifted their heads and saw a lady dressed in a suit, waving at them happily as she made their way to them.
- Roxanne relaxed gradually at the sight of the woman. Flashing a smile, she said, “Madilyn, it's been so long!”
- Madilyn Xander was her best friend back in university and was currently working as a doctor in her own family's hospital.
- Shortly after, Madilyn came to a stop before them and flung her arms around Roxanne. “You're finally back home. I've missed you so much!” she said in a friendly manner.
- Roxanne chuckled and replied, “I've missed you, too.”
- They've been in touch over the years online but rarely got the chance to meet each other in real life.
- After giving her a hug, Madilyn squatted down and pulled the boys into a hug. “My babies, do you miss me?”
- Archie and Benny giggled adorably before answering in unison, “Of course we do! Aunt Madilyn, we even dreamed of you. You're still as pretty as ever!”
- “How sweet of you!” Madilyn beamed happily after hearing their praise.
- Roxanne's guard was still up. She glanced at the gate of the airport and said calmly, “Let's go. We can talk back home.”
- Madilyn gave the boys a peck each on their cheeks before getting to her feet. After placing the luggage in her car truck, she ushered them into her car and sped away.
- At the same time, Lucian appeared at the gate of the airport.
- “Cancel my schedule overseas,” he told his assistant, Cayden Lawson.
- Cayden gave a brief nod in acknowledgment. “Mr. Farwell, we've widened the search for Ms. Estella. She's young and can't go far. Don't worry.”
- Ms. Estella is Mr. Farwell's darling daughter. It's more crucial to find her. His work overseas isn't as important in this situation.
- Lucian's gaze turned dark as he strode toward the Maybach parked by the road.
- Soon, the car drove away.
- An hour later, Madilyn's car arrived in Durwest Garden. It was a residential area full of mansions.
- Roxanne had asked for Madilyn's help to rent a place, and this was the house that Madilyn had gotten her.
- The four of them hopped out of the car and entered the new house under Madilyn's lead.
- “The surroundings seem nice. I like this place.”
- Satisfied, Roxanne turned to look at Madilyn. “You're quite efficient, huh?”
- Madilyn arched a brow. “I'm your neighbor. The owner of this house moved to the capital and wanted to rent this place out. I happened to stumble upon it. Whenever we're free, we can visit each other's places.”
- Roxanne's lips curved as she bobbed her head in agreement.
- After she unpacked their stuff briefly, it was time for dinner.
- Hence, Madilyn brought them out for dinner.
- She had just driven into the restaurant's parking lot and was about to park her car when a little girl ran out of a dark corner.
- Madilyn slammed on the brakes before her car could hit the little girl. In shock, she stared at the little girl who had collapsed to the ground.
- Roxanne's heart was racing at the near accident, too. She turned to make sure her boys were fine before opening the door to get out.
- There was a young girl around five years old mere inches away from the car. She sat on the ground, clearly in a state of shock.
- Roxanne felt her heart soften at the sight. She made her way to the girl carefully before asking, “Hey, are you hurt?”
- The young girl had a fair complexion and looked sweet with her hair braided up. She had a tall nose, huge eyes, and delicate features. Dressed in a pink fluffy dress, she hugged an expensive doll in her arms.
- Hearing Roxanne's voice, the little girl regained her composure and shook her head shyly. She didn't forget to eye Roxanne warily.
- Roxanne's heart stirred as she observed the little girl silently. After confirming that the little girl was unharmed, she heaved a sigh of relief inwardly and reached out to help the little girl up.
- She had just stretched her hand out when the little girl cowered back in fear.
- Roxanne's hand paused midair. Flashing an assuring smile, she explained, “Don't worry. I just want to help you up.”
- Glancing around, she asked doubtfully, “Where are your parents? Why are you alone?”
- The young girl hugged her doll tightly and shook her head without uttering a word.
- Roxanne's brows snapped together, for she had no idea how to communicate with the girl.
- Madilyn and the boys soon got out of the car.
- Archie and Benny shared a curious look when they noticed the little girl remaining silent the entire while.
- She looks cute. Why isn't she talking? Could she be a mute?