Chapter 1703: Bringing the Kids Over

“You’ve only just recovered, and you haven’t made a full recovery,” Lucian replied with a disapproving frown.

“I know what I’m doing. At least I can get out of bed and walk around now,” Roxanne explained patiently.

After a brief argument, Lucian conceded, “You can’t leave the hospital. If you must see them, I’ll have Cayden bring them over.”

“If you do that, they’ll find out I’m sick,” Roxanne protested hesitantly. She didn’t want the children to worry.

“We’ll tell them you caught a cold after getting off the plane, so I had you sent to the hospital for treatment. They’re still young; I don’t think they’ll discover the truth,” Lucian suggested thoughtfully.

Roxanne remained unconvinced but agreed. Lucian immediately called Cayden.

Cayden, having just dropped off Madilyn and Elektra, arrived at the hospital as Lucian called.

“I’ve safely returned Ms. Lane and Ms. Xander home, Mr. Farwell,” Cayden reported.

“Good. I need you to go to the manor and bring the kids here,” Lucian replied.

Cayden hesitated. “I thought you wanted to keep this secret from the children?” He wondered if bringing them to the hospital would reveal the truth.

“Pick them up tonight. If they ask questions, tell them Roxanne has a fever from the plane and is receiving treatment at the hospital,” Lucian instructed.

Having received instructions and an excuse, Cayden complied. He waited until nightfall before going to the manor.

The three children rushed out the moment his car entered the courtyard. Their excited smiles vanished as they saw Cayden. “Oh, it’s you, Mr. Lawson…”

Cayden’s heart ached at their disappointment. “Come on, I’ll take you to see your mom and dad.”

Their faces brightened, but concern quickly replaced joy. “Mommy told us to wait for her at home.”

Archie stared at Cayden. “Did something happen to our mommy, Mr. Lawson?” He wondered why she hadn't answered their calls and sent Mr. Lawson instead.

Benny and Estella shared his worry.

Cayden felt terrible about lying but knew it was unavoidable. “It’s not serious. Mrs. Farwell had a fever on the way back, so Mr. Farwell brought her to the hospital for a check-up. It’s nothing to worry about!”

Seeing their continued doubt, Cayden added, “If you’re still worried, come to the hospital and see for yourselves. Mrs. Farwell wouldn’t have sent me if anything serious had happened, right?”

The children, tentatively reassured, said goodbye to Catalina and got into the car. A somber mood settled over them during the drive. Cayden sighed, helpless to comfort them, aware of the gravity of the situation they were unaware of. They nearly lost their mother.