Chapter: 1259
Roger's eyes darkened.
"Mr. Sullivan might..."
"It's okay. I'll call Carson. If he can't come, I'll ask someone else to pick Victor up," Rachel assured him.
Roger looked at her Lips.
Rachel noticed him falling silent all of a sudden.
“What's the matter?"
To her surprise, Roger pulled her into his arms.
"Ron"
Before Rachel could finish her words, Roger lowered his head and drew closer to her.
His handsome face was only inches away from her.
Realizing what he was about to do, Rachel tried to wriggle away from his hold. But Roger held her tightly, not giving her a chance to get away.
"Roger, don't..."
Rachel wanted to warn him, but before she could, she felt his soft lips brush her forehead, catching her off guard.
Roger gently kissed Rachel's forehead. After a brief moment, he let go of her and softly whispered, "If anything happens, don't hesitate to call me. I will rush over at any time."
Rachel was rendered speechless by his gesture. She could only stare at him with a blank face.
Roger was also aware that he took a big risk by doing that kiss.
Though it might scare Rachel, he did not regret showing his true feelings. He didn't feel the need to explain himself or even apologize.
Seeing this scene, Lila, who was standing aside, couldn't help but secretly chuckle.
Roger then put on his coat, turned to Lila, and nodded at her.
“I'm going to leave now. Please take care of Rachel and Joey."
His tone was so firm that he could be mistaken for the head of the
Bennet family. He showed so much consideration for Rachel as if he was her husband.
"Don't worry, Mr. Jimenez. It's my job to take care of Miss Bennet and Joey. Rest assured, I will do my job well," Lila answered confidently.
Roger just let out a polite smile and took one last affectionate look at Rachel. Then, without further ado, he turned around and left.
Before long, Roger's car drove out of the Bennet family's house and completely disappeared from their sight. Afterward, Lila walked over to Rachel and looked at the empty vestibule. Then, she whispered,