Chapter 1584: It Is Only Right

Lucian smiled faintly. “If I think lowering the price will benefit us, I’ll definitely remain firm in that decision.”

Roxanne didn’t understand. “But Jack can’t accept it, and the collaboration will fall apart.”

That’s precisely what happened; Damaris Group unilaterally terminated the collaboration.

Lucian’s expression remained unchanged. “I’ll force him to work with me.”

Roxanne frowned. “How?”

“By using public opinion. The Damaris family has operated their business for over a century. The public perceives them as benevolent, yet they’re unwilling to lower medicine prices. Making this public will force them to lower prices, even for reputation’s sake.”

Roxanne nodded, feeling she’d learned something new. But…

Lucian anticipated her concern. “However, this would damage the Damaris family’s reputation. I don’t mind, but you do.”

Roxanne nodded. The Damaris family held a significant position in the medical industry; she, too, considered them exemplary. Furthermore, this pricing decision might be solely Jack’s.

Roxanne didn’t want to ruin the Damaris family’s reputation. Doing so would impact the entire traditional medicine industry. Feeling defeated, she said, “I can’t do that, but I’ve contacted all the suppliers I know. None can replace the Damaris family.”

Lucian raised an eyebrow at her troubled expression. “Perhaps I can help.”

Roxanne’s eyes lit up, but hesitation followed. “This is the research institute’s problem. I can’t keep asking you for help.”

“But the matter is urgent, and you’re out of options.”

Roxanne opened her mouth, but couldn’t counter him.

Lucian added, “Anyway, I’m not helping for free.”

“You want a share of the profits?” Roxanne asked, confused.

Lucian was surprised by her question. After a moment, he smiled. “If it were someone else, I’d have seized the opportunity to gain something.”

Roxanne’s heart pounded. The thought of discussing business with him in the future gave her a headache.

“But since it’s you, I want something else,” Lucian continued.

Roxanne felt relieved and puzzled.

Lucian leaned close, murmuring something in her ear before returning to his seat, smiling expectantly. Roxanne’s face flushed; a hesitant look filled her eyes.

Without pressure, Lucian drove toward the research institute. At the entrance, he turned to her. “What do you think?”

Roxanne, hesitant throughout the journey, finally nodded resignedly.

Upon receiving her answer, Lucian smiled, unbuckled his seatbelt, and kissed her. Only when Roxanne ran out of breath did he reluctantly release her.

“If the research institute can’t hold on, tell me. I can provide funds whenever needed,” Lucian said hoarsely.

Suddenly, Roxanne felt something was amiss. “Why do I feel like I’ve become your sugar baby, and you’re even supporting the entire research institute?”

Lucian shook his head. “You’re my wife. It’s only right for you to spend my money.”

Roxanne blushed, silent. She would never ask him for money.