Chapter 761: Worsen Her Condition

“Why shouldn’t I?” Lucian asked after a moment of silence.

“Because you’re courting Ms. Jarvis! You have to make her happy!” Estella replied matter-of-factly.

Lucian furrowed his brows. His gaze darkened. Even Estella knew that. How could he have forgotten? At the thought of Roxanne’s angry face, he chuckled self-deprecatingly. No wonder there was no progress, despite his persistent pursuit.

Coming back to his senses, he apologized. “Sorry, I was wrong.”

Estella hummed in satisfaction. Crossing her arms, she demanded, “What did you do wrong, Daddy?”

Lucian glimpsed at her in the rearview mirror. “I shouldn’t have made Ms. Jarvis angry. I was too reckless.”

Contented to hear his admission, Estella nodded. “Why did you argue with Ms. Jarvis?”

Lucian shook his head, amused. This little brat! He’d admitted his mistake, yet she pressed further. Well, since she asked… he would need her help in the future, after all.

“There’s a misunderstanding,” Lucian confessed. “You’ve seen what I’ve been doing for Ms. Jarvis, but she won’t accept me. I felt anxious and wanted an explanation.” He decided against mentioning his rival; a child didn't need to know that much.

Estella, while remaining on Roxanne’s side, was slightly worked up. “You can ask me for help if you’re anxious. Don’t ever get mad at Ms. Jarvis again!”

Lucian nodded. “Okay.”

Estella continued to stare, unsatisfied. Meeting her glare in the mirror, Lucian pursed his lips. “I promise not to get mad at Ms. Jarvis anymore. I’ll talk to her properly, no matter what. If all else fails, I’ll ask for your help.”

Estella finally smiled, her approval evident. However, her smile faded as they neared the Farwell residence. Aubree’s presence frightened her.

“Daddy, how much longer will she be staying at our house?” Estella asked carefully.

Lucian knew who she meant. The woman in his house troubled him. While talking to Roxanne, he’d only considered her relationship with Jack. Now, he realized Roxanne was right. With Estella’s aversion to Aubree, the girl’s condition would likely worsen if Aubree remained. However, with Sonya’s interference, he needed a good reason to make Aubree leave.

In the end, he gave Estella a vague answer. “If you don’t like her, I’ll make her leave as soon as possible.”

Estella bobbed her head, reluctantly.