The Windfalls of Love (Roxanne and Harrison)

Chapter 230

Roxanne thought, "We're just not meant to be!"

Once upon a time, Harrison was a part of her life. They had countless close encounters.

He was the closest person to her in the world and the one she most wanted to share her life with.

Yet, it was as if he had never existed.

From marriage to divorce, it was all like a dream.

The dream was over, but why couldn't she face reality?

"Chloe, don't mention Harrison in front of me ever again. I want a fresh start."

Her eyes were filled with determination. She was about to start over again.

Each time her loved one left, it was a painful experience for her.

The only thing that could bring her a sense of security was to live her life to the fullest, and work hard to

earn money.

She wiped away her tears and firmly said, "Get a car. I need to get back to the office and work hard!"

Harrison returned to the company headquarters. He stepped out of the elevator, looking gloomy.

As he drove his car into the company building, Alexander, who had been waiting at the elevator,

approached him.

"Harrison, did you really get a divorce?"

Without answering, Harrison walked into his office with Alexander trailing behind.

Seeing him toss the divorce papers into a drawer, Alexander frowned.

"Harrison, how can you just let go of a good wife so easily? I thought you were a responsible man. How

could you divorce so easily? How could you be so irresponsible to a woman?"

Harrison, who had just sat down, put the divorce out of his mind.

He opened his computer, started checking emails from various department heads, and gave his

secretary tasks. He was ready to reorganize his work and re-plan his life.

Before he met Roxanne, his life was all about work.

After the divorce, he needed to return to focusing solely on his work. That was what a company leader

should be like.

If he were to be consumed by emotional troubles, would he still be a man?

He started typing on his computer, completely ignoring Alexander, who angrily closed his laptop.

"Are you crazy?" Harrison looked up, "What did my computer do to you?"

Alexander was livid, "You're the one who's crazy. You think working hard can cover up your inner pain?

Divorce must be painful for you. Painful like being skinned and deboned, right? You're pretending as if

nothing happened. Do you think that's cool?"

Harrison reopened his computer, "I don't have time to chit-chat with you, get out."

Alexander angrily closed the computer again, "You divorced so easily. How do you expect Roxanne to

live?" Alexander was really angry.

"She'll live better than anyone." Thinking about Roxanne's firm stance during the divorce, not asking for

any assets, Harrison frowned even more, his face darkened.

Alexander asked, "Do you understand Roxanne?"

Harrison remained silent, while Alexander rambled on.

"When Roxanne married you, you were just an ordinary guy starting over after bankruptcy. She thought

you were equals, you could support each other, and she could have a steady life with you. But all of a

sudden, you became the richest man in Seraphim Haven and your high status made her feel inferior.

Didn't you think of that? She wanted to continue her career, not relying on you. Isn't she doing this to

love you more purely, to be with you? She asked for a divorce, just to get your agreement to let her

continue working, and you actually divorced her, don't you understand your wife?"

Harrison asked, "What is she to you?"

"I said all this, and you still think I'm defending her, did I say anything wrong?" Alexander was

disappointed with Harrison's ignorance.

Alexander had a special empathy for women, because he believed that women were inherently

disadvantaged, and every good woman deserved to be cherished by men.

He could no longer cherish his ex-wife. If Hazel hadn't cheated on him multiple times, he would've

pampered her for life.

Alexander couldn't tolerate men who didn't cherish women.

This time, Alexander was really disappointed in Harrison, "Harrison, you can go on being proud for the

rest of your life, but don't regret it."

After saying this, Alexander left.

Harrison didn't ponder over Alexander's words. He made a call to the secretarial department, and then

threw himself into work.

In the blink of an eye, it had been over a month since the divorce. Seraphim Haven was entering

summer, another scorching season.

When Roxanne walked into the hotel, the strong air-conditioning inside made her feel cold.

She remembered how much she used to enjoy air conditioning before her miscarriage.

But now, whenever she was under the air conditioner, she felt cold to the bone. Perhaps it was the

harm caused by the miscarriage.

She was reminded of the day she and Harrison picked up their marriage certificate. That day, she rode

a scooter for over half an hour, feeling overheated.

When she entered the city hall, the air conditioning was on, and she felt cool. Then, she saw the

extraordinary Harrison.

It felt like it happened yesterday, yet also felt like it was in a past life.

Now, every time the cold air blew, she thought of Harrison.

At this moment, her emotions were complex, but she still briskly walked to the reserved private room

with Chloe.

Today, they were entertaining a guest at this three-star hotel, a guest who was a bit difficult to handle.

Before entering the private room, Roxanne checked her clothes, buttoning up her shirt collar tightly.

She also stopped Chloe, who wanted to touch up her makeup, "You don't need to put on makeup, just

go in like this."

"But he's a customs chief. If we go in without makeup, all spotty, won't that be disrespectful?"

Roxanne quietly said a few words to Chloe, her face instantly changed, she started to feel scared, "Can

we get what we came here for? Don't tell me we end up in trouble instead."

"Since we're here, I'm prepared. Don't be scared, I'm here." Roxanne patted Chloe's hand and led her

into the room.

Normally, the customs chief inside would be an official.

Roxanne invited him over. They were supposed to arrive early, but Mr. Dino got there a whole half an

hour ahead.

As they walked in, Mr. Dino's eyes began scanning over them, finally resting on Roxanne.

A satisfied smile spread across his face.

She was as tall and beautiful as she was in her photos, a real knock-out.

"Come on, you beauties, sit over here. The booth's too empty. It'll be easier to chat if you're closer," Mr.

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Roxanne strolled over with a smile. After introducing herself, the waiter started serving dishes and

treated them warmly.

During the meal, Mr. Dino sneakily slid his hand onto Roxanne's thigh, which made her really

uncomfortable.

She made an excuse to stand up, avoiding Mr. Dino's hand.

This guy was just like what she had heard, but she wasn’t someone to be pushed around, she would

teach him a lesson slowly.

She stood up to toast, "Mr. Dino, our goods are now detained by customs, facing hefty fines. I hope you

can help us check it. We didn't break any rules."

"Alright, alright." Mr. Dino's hand reached out again, moving over her pants.

How could he be so bold in front of Chloe? Chloe was really worried that Roxanne would be humiliated.

She wanted to help but didn’t know how to. She was really anxious.

Roxanne put down her wine glass, grabbed Mr. Dino's hand, "Mr. Dino, I'm a straight shooter, I don't

like beating around the bush. Please tell me, are you into me and do you want me to keep you

company? If so, I can agree right now."

"Great!" Mr. Dino had done this too many times, he didn't know what fear was, "Then I'll get a room.

You accompany me and I'll solve your customs problem. Let's just call it a quid pro quo."

Quid pro quo? In order to save goods worth over a million, she would have to sleep with him.

He must be dreaming! Even if the goods were worth a hundred million dollars, she would never agree.

But the goods were detained and the delivery deadline was approaching, she had no choice but to deal

with this yucky old man.

She gave Chloe a signal. Chloe gave her an OK sign, and Roxanne pretended to agree.

"Mr. Dino, I'm going to the restroom, I'll be back to accompany you in a bit."

After leaving the booth, Roxanne asked Chloe to send her the recorded video to check.

Just as she was about to open the video, she bumped into someone.

She looked up and got a big scar.