Fragile Loyalties: Roxanne Amidst Conflict

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As Joseph noticed Lucian getting nearer to them, he glanced at his friends who were standing not far away. Joseph steeled himself and stood in front of Lucian. “Do you know this woman?” Lucian slowly came to a stop as his gaze emotionlessly swept over the man in front of him before returning to Roxanne’s face. The woman in question had cast her gaze downward, and her lips were pursed. She did not seem to want his help at all. Noticing her reaction, Lucian felt like he was being mocked. Even at this stage was Roxanne still trying to avoid him. Since that was her wish, Lucian would grant it. Upon thinking of that, Lucian looked away. “I don’t know her.” Joseph inwardly heaved a sigh of relief when he heard those words. The man on the floor scrambled to get up. He pointed at Lucian’s

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