Chapter 1635: Making His Demands
“Honestly, I feel bad deceiving someone as naive as Ms. Jarvis—” Jack began, but Lucian interrupted, delivering a hard punch to his stomach.
Jack’s face paled, a groan escaping his lips as he doubled over. Lucian grabbed his shoulder, his expression grim. “Do you hear yourself? Roxanne trusted you as a fellow medical practitioner! How could you betray her trust?” Lucian’s anger boiled, remembering Roxanne’s arguments on Jack’s behalf.
Jack wheezed, attempting to straighten, but Lucian held him firm. “You don’t deserve to be a doctor!”
Jack chuckled disdainfully, struggling. “I never wanted to be a doctor! My suitability is none of your business! I’m surprised you dared hit me, Mr. Farwell. Aren’t you worried about Ms. Jarvis anymore?”
Lucian, livid, released Jack’s shoulder. Jack rubbed his abdomen, straightening only to be seized again by the collar. Lucian’s grip was suffocating.
“Name your terms now. I’m capable of anything, so don’t play games!” Lucian hissed through clenched teeth.
Jack fell silent, seeing the viciousness in Lucian’s eyes. A sinister grin spread across his face. “Strangle me if you like! But remember, only I can save Roxanne.”
Lucian punched him again. “You wouldn’t dare!”
Jack groaned, his smile unwavering. “Try me! I won’t save her until I get what I want!” He noticed Lucian’s grip loosening.
Lucian, after a moment’s consideration, shoved him away with disgust. Jack’s glee momentarily eclipsed his abdominal pain. He’d won the moment Lucian appeared; with Roxanne’s life in his hands, Lucian was entirely at his mercy. He could demand anything! But instant gratification was insufficient. He would savor this.
“Start thinking about what you want,” Lucian said coldly.
“Oh, I want many things. The drug Ms. Jarvis is researching, based on my suggestion, belongs to Damaris Group. And her research institute requires expansion,” Jack replied casually. A greedy smile played on his lips as he met Lucian’s gaze. “Farwell Group has numerous subsidiaries. You’ll relinquish some for Ms. Jarvis’ sake, won’t you, Mr. Farwell?”