The Windfalls of Love (Roxanne and Harrison)

Chapter 153

Harrison Rodriguez's phone rang at that moment.

It was his bodyguard, Jack, calling.

After hanging up, he looked around the hotel lobby with caution.

His gaze pierced through the crowd, as if looking for something.

Then he turned and left, quickly walking out of the hotel and getting back into his car.

His actions seemed as if he were avoiding something.

A dozen seconds later, Roxanne and Chloe came out of the hotel lobby, holding hands, and headed

towards the parking lot.

They were heading towards where the red Porsche was parked, which was in the opposite direction of

where the Rolls-Royce was parked.

Harrison saw Roxanne and Chloe walking in a different direction.

Then they got into the Porsche.

Harrison watched them drive away.

Only then did his furrowed brows relax a bit.

Then he took out his phone and called his bodyguard, "What's Roxanne doing at the Seraphim Grand

Hotel?"

Jack, the bodyguard, replied, "Mr. Harrison, I'm not sure. You asked me to keep an eye on Mr.

Alexander's wife, and I've been doing that. But then I suddenly saw your wife and Ms. Mitchell coming

out of the elevator, so I quickly called you."

After hanging up the phone, Harrison pondered the issue.

Inside the hotel.

Dean Langley was trying to use his connections to get the police to let them go.

In theory, the Langley family was somewhat influential in Seraphim Haven. A phone call should be able

to solve that problem.

But the police were very firm, insisting they bring them back for questioning. No matter how Dean

called for help, he couldn't solve the problem.

It was not because Roxanne and Chloe had called the police to expose their illegal transaction that the

police were sent, but rather because of Harrison's arrangement.

Otherwise, with Dean's ability, that minor issue could definitely be resolved.

Seeing that Dean was unable to smooth things over no matter what, Hazel seemed to realize

something.

Someone must have found out about her and Dean.

Was it Harrison's doing?

Hazel was somewhat apprehensive at first.

She had once promised Alexander that she would reform and start anew.

But the man by her side was her first love, Dean. That time, even if she wanted to kill herself, she was

determined to be with Dean.

And Dean had forgiven her previous betrayal.

Dean also told her that he was still deeply in love with her.

Over the years, he could not forget her.

She felt the passion reignite.

Since she had Dean, if Alexander wanted to divorce her, then let them divorce.

She didn't have to worry about not being wanted.

So Hazel was no longer afraid.

Even seeing Nora rush out of the hotel lobby, Hazel did not have a trace of fear.

She was just a bit surprised.

"Nora, what are you doing here? I thought it was Harrison who called the police."

Responding to Hazel was Nora's four slaps in a row.

She slapped Hazel's cheeks twice on each side.

These four slaps echoed throughout the entire hotel lobby, immediately attracting everyone's attention.

The angry Nora didn't notice that Harrison had already left.

She slapped Hazel four times in a row, shaking with rage, "Hazel, how can you be so shameless?

Have you forgotten the vows you made to our parents and brother-in-law?"

"Nora, why are you attacking your sister?" Dean immediately rushed forward to protect Hazel.

"I don't recognize this kind of sister. She's not worthy!"

From then on, she, Nora, no longer had such a sister.

She wanted to sever ties with Hazel.

Dean was still protecting Hazel, gently touching her face and asking if she was in pain.

After comforting Hazel for a while, he turned to Nora and said, "Hazel used to be my girlfriend. It was

Alexander who stepped in."

Nora only recognized Alexander as her brother-in-law, "My brother-in-law didn't know that you and

Hazel hadn't broken up yet."

"So what?" Dean hugged Hazel tightly in his arms, "If your sister wasn't so naive, how could she be

seduced by Alexander's sweet words?"

Nora scoffed, "Dean, are you sick?"

Hazel had clearly betrayed Dean and deceived her brother-in-law, Alexander.

And Dean blamed her brother-in-law for being too sweet-talking?

"Do you really like this kind of woman?" Nora pointed at Hazel an asked.

She was ashamed to have such a sister.

But Dean cherished her like a treasure.

Just as Nora was about to say something else, Hazel firmly said, "Enough, Nora. You don't have to

worry about my business. I will initiate the divorce with Alexander. Even if you and our parents no

longer recognize me, I still want to be with Dean."

Eight years ago, she made a mistake.

She accepted Alexander's pursuit and hurt Dean.

Since Dean had forgiven her then, and was willing to accept her again, she was not going to miss that

opportunity.

The police watched them argue fiercely. Their heads were starting to ache.

One of the officers stepped forward and said, "Enough. We need you all to come with us to the police

station."

Dean quickly explained, "Officer, we really are boyfriend and girlfriend, not engaging in any illegal

transactions."

The officer replied, "We'll see about that at the station."

Hazel grabbed Dean's hand and smiled, "Dean, it's okay. It's just a statement; they won't do anything to

us. We didn't break the law."

Watching Hazel and Dean be taken away, Nora clenched her fists.

How could she have such a shameless sister?

She didn't even dare to show her face then.

But Hazel was so brazen.

At that moment, Harrison, who had returned to the hotel lobby, spoke in a low voice behind Nora, "You

were all deceived by Hazel's gentle and virtuous appearance."

In reality, Hazel was a bad woman, and also, a woman who played with feelings.

It was absolutely disgusting!

...

That night, Roxanne and Harrison dropped by Vincent Rodriguez's "rented" place next door for dinner

after work.

Ever since Roxanne ended up in the hospital with acute gastroenteritis, Vincent had sworn off the food

trucks for them.

When Roxanne was at work, Vincent would prepare lunch and have it delivered to her.

He'd even whip up lunch for a few of her colleagues.

When she was at home, Vincent would prepare even more delicious and nutritious meals.

He'd even created some secret elixirs to help Roxanne get her strength back.

Vincent didn’t really have to deal with the Rodriguez Group stuff anymore, he’d handed it all over to

Harrison.

So, he was pretty much a free bird then.

When it was time for Roxanne's medicine, Harrison had a piece of candy ready.

But Roxanne downed the stuff without hesitation.

She didn't mind the bitter taste at all!

Harrison unwrapped the candy and handed it to her, "You should have some candy. That medicine was

pretty bitter."

Roxanne wiped her mouth, "It's just medicine, not poison. It was indeed pretty bitter, but I'm not that

picky."

But since he’d already prepared the candy, it would be impolite if she didn't eat it. All text © NôvelD(r)a'ma.Org.

Smiling, she popped the candy into her mouth and said, "Thanks, it’s sweet!"

With the candy still in her mouth, her smile quickly turned into a scowl, "Harrison, I ran into Hazel today.

She really pissed me off. Guess what I saw?"

Harrison's back broke out in a cold sweat.

Did Roxanne see Hazel betraying Alexander at the Seraphim Grand Hotel?

Roxanne spilled everything she saw today about Hazel.

She was fuming, "Poor Mr. Alexander, being betrayed by his own wife."

"Really? Are you sure? Didn't you say Mr. Alexander and his wife were very much in love?" Harrison

feigned surprise.

He had become quite good at putting on a show in front of Roxanne.

"How could I have seen wrong?" Roxanne added a few more details.

The scene of Hazel’s infidelity was vividly described by her.

Especially the part where Hazel screamed when she saw a snake in room 1909 at the hotel.

Suddenly, it all clicked for Harrison.

So, that's why Jack bumped into Roxanne at the Seraphim Grand Hotel.

So, Roxanne was there to see Hazel.

"You’re a real goody two shoes." Harrison gently tapped her forehead.

She frowned, "How could I turn a blind eye when I saw it? I hate cheaters, and Mr. Alexander has even

helped me and Chloe."

But she couldn't really do anything to help.

Mr. Alexander’s marriage was still broken.

Harrison continued his act, "This Mr. Alexander and my friend Alex really have similar fates."

Roxanne finally got it, "Harrison, you’re right. The similarity in their names and both being betrayed by

their wives."

Harrison put on a sad face, "But Alex isn't as lucky as Mr. Alexander. Mr. Alexander lost his wife but

he’s still a public figure with a successful career. Alex is still stuck working for others after the betrayal.

He’s been really down lately, always distracted and screwing up at work."

Roxanne was oblivious to the fact that Harrison was lying.

She felt bad for Alex, "Harrison, you should hang out with Alex more. Help him out at work if you can."

"I’ve been writing codes for Alex, that's why I’ve had to work late and couldn’t get back early to be with

you."

"I don’t mind. Be there for Mr. Alexander in this tough time. After all, you two are friends."

"Alright."

Vincent listened to their conversation on the side.

He admired Harrison’s acting skills, but he also felt a sense of dread.

Last time in Valeria, he told Harrison that he had a feeling Hazel had betrayed Alexander.

And it turned out to be true.

When Roxanne went back to her new place next door, Vincent pulled Harrison aside.

"Harrison, is it true about Hazel?"

"Yes."

Both of them frowned, looking very serious.

Vincent sighed deeply, "Alexander is such a responsible man. Hazel must be heartless to hurt him like

this."

Harrison said, "Don’t worry, Hazel will get what she deserves."

Vincent patted Harrison's shoulder, "You need to explain this to Anne properly. You can't keep lying to

her."

Harrison thought for a moment, "Dad, don’t worry. I'll tell her everything once she’s recovered and

safely delivered our baby. I'll accept whatever blame she puts on me."

Vincent nodded, "Alright."

Harrison chose not to tell Alexander about Hazel and Dean.

Alexander was admitted to the hospital again because of his weak body.

He wasn’t seriously sick.

He just caught a cold.

Perhaps due to his emotional stress, the minor cold had him bedridden.

His body was very weak now.

Harrison visited Alexander in the hospital and peeled an apple for him.

Alexander slowly nibbled on it.

But the apple felt like a fish bone stuck in his throat.

He couldn’t swallow, then suddenly asked, "Did you call Dean back to the country?"

Harrison wasn't surprised.

He knew Alexander had found out, "Are you blaming me for meddling?"

"Nope." Alexander put down the apple he was holding and said, "I know you're looking out for me; it's

about time we put an end to this."

Harrison handed him a wet wipe and responded, "You need to take care of yourself first. Even if you

don't want to divorce Hazel, she'll probably bring it up herself."

Taking the wet wipe and wiping his hands, Alexander managed a bitter laugh, "Harrison, am I really just

a big loser that I can't even hold onto a woman's heart?"

"She didn't know what she had." Harrison comforted him, "If you'd met someone like Anne, she'd love

you wholeheartedly."

"Cut it out, Harrison." Alexander feigned annoyance, "I'm already feeling crappy enough; you don't

have to rub your happy life in my face. We all know you've found yourself a great woman."

Harrison said seriously, "I'm not bragging about my happiness. I just want to tell you that you'll find a

good woman too."

Just then, there was a knock at the door.

"Come in."

The bodyguard cracked the door open, "Mr. Harrison, Hazel is here. Should I let her in?"

Harrison glanced at Alexander, lying in bed receiving treatment, stood up, and patted his shoulder, "You

need to brace yourself."

With that, he left the room.

Hazel, waiting at the door, had a basket of fruit in hand.

Seeing Harrison, she was still a bit fearful.

However, with Dean by her side and the influence and power of the Langley family in Seraphim Haven,

she wasn't that afraid.

"Is Alexander okay?" she asked.

Harrison's response was icy. He never laid his hands on a woman, but he wanted to break Hazel into

pieces.

Hazel didn't want to have a conversation with him either.

She was here to discuss divorce with Alexander.

She brought a basket of fruit and entered the room.

Alexander, in the room, looked quite weak.

He used to be very healthy, but his current state was really bad.

His eyes were as desolate as a setting sun.

But he straightened his back to face Hazel.

His lips were tightly closed, not uttering a word.

Hazel put down the basket of fruit. Instead of asking about his condition, she went straight to what was

on her mind.

"Alexander, you know about me and Dean getting back together, right?"

"What do you want to say?" Alexander tried to look as calm as possible.

He didn't want to waste any more feelings on that woman.

But after all, he had deeply loved her.

To say he wasn't sad would be a lie.

A heavy feeling weighed on his chest, as if it were crushing him.

Without considering his feelings, Hazel went straight to the point, "Alexander, let's get a divorce."

Maybe she felt a bit guilty.

Perhaps she felt she owed something to Alexander.

After saying that, Hazel paused, biting her lip, feeling somewhat shameless.

So there was a hint of guilt in her eyes.

But that was just for a moment.

Soon, she gathered the courage to speak her mind again.

"Alexander, I know why I've betrayed you many times during our marriage to be with other men. It's not

because you're often away on business, unable to meet my needs. But because I don't love you. I just

like being taken care of by you—the feeling of you being good to me. But that's not love. I think I'm still

in love with Dean."

Otherwise, when he came back to her, her heartbeat wouldn't race so fast.

It was as if she were back in her girlhood.

She liked the feeling of her heart beating faster.

"Alexander, life is so short. I don't want to spend my life with a man who can't make my heart race. I

want a marriage that combines love. Of course, you are indeed the most suitable person for marriage.

But I'm still young. I don't want to waste my life with someone who's just suitable for marriage.

Alexander, I'm sorry. I've hurt you, so I won't take a penny of your property during the divorce. You'll

agree, right?"

Alexander found it laughable.

He was so good to her, spoiling her, always afraid that she might get hurt.

In the end, she said what he gave her wasn't love.

Just suitable?

What else was there to say?

He wasn't without options.

If he wanted, women all over the world would line up to marry him.

He hid his emotions.

He didn't explode with strong anger or sorrow; he just responded calmly, "I agree. It's Friday today. We

can go through with the divorce procedures."

After saying that, he removed the IV needle from his hand, then got up and put on his coat, "Let's go, to

process the divorce procedures."