The Roxena Prison of Love
Chapter 73 Roxena Prison of Love

The day has changed. Gerald's condition is better than ever. Although, he could not get out of bed. Doctor Liu comes to check 3 times a day. Erin's not coming anymore. Meanwhile, Gerald always asks about Roxena.

The reason Dr. Liu gave seemed unreasonable but convincing. Doctor Liu said that Roxena had a sudden affair outside that could not be left behind. And Gerald's treatment was trusted to Doctor Liu.

Boredom and worry hit Gerald. There was nothing he could do but eat, drink, and sleep. Entering the third day, then Roxena showed the trunk of his nose. Gerald was reading a book.

"What are you doing?"roxena asked by placing her face near Gerald's.

Gerald's surprised. When did Xena come in? Why didn't I hear his steps? Gerald's ears flushed, Roxena's face too close. But there is no desire to stay away.

"This book ... Do you understand?"roxena asked again, after looking at the contents of the book.

"No." Gerald put the book on his side. "But it's interesting."

"Oh." Roxena moved, turned to sit on the edge of the bed. Looking closely Gerald. The man became misbehaved. "How did you?"

"It's getting dry. Doctor Liu is taking good care of me."

"Good."

"By the way, Xena. Why do you have this book?"tanya Gerald turned his gaze to the book he had read earlier. Roxena frowned unhappily. He puffed his cheeks.

"Is the book more important than asking me first?!"ketus Roxena's.

Eh?

Gerald panicked for a moment. He was trying to reach Roxena's fingers. No doubt, the wound is a little depressed. Gerald didn't care, he managed to reach it. Hurriedly explained.

"It's not. I'm just a little curious about that. I miss you, Xena."

"I'm worried about you. I'm afraid you don't care about me either. These few days I waited with uncertain expectations."

"But all that was gone when you were by my side. Please don't be angry. In this world no one can replace you, Xena. Do you believe me?"

Roxena smiled. "I believe you."

"I'm happy" said Gerald pulling Roxena in his arms.

"Sorry, Xena."

"For?"

"If only I had been more thorough and remembered the words to be vigilant always, you'd be almost wretched." Gerald lowered his head. This was one of the things that troubled his heart.

"It's not because of our date. I'm not hurt anyway. Although I'm not happy with your actions, thank you." A sincere speech. Instantly relaxes Gerald's heart. Gerald shook his head, denying that he should have done something like this. Better he get hurt than Roxena. It was enough that he saw Roxena wounded to the point of death.

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It's afternoon. Gerald, bored in the room, invites Roxena out of the room. Roxena considered for a moment before agreeing to it.

Gerald was stunned as he walked out of the room. It

directed by Roxena. Four facing buildings form a square building, with a tall tower of the four corners of the wind. Then the towering pine trees, blowing slowly in the wind. And a flag on each corner that exudes its own charm.

The color of the combination of blue and white dominates giving the impression of luxury like a royal palace. Roxena chuckled softly at Gerald's expression. This building is indeed he design combines classical and modern concepts, not excessive if it is called a palace.

"Is this your other residence, Xena? It's more luxurious than Lawrence's main residence, or perhaps the royal palace!"exuberant amazement Gerald. Roxena took Gerald to a chair. Enjoy the afternoon sky behind the pine shoots.

"Died here?" Gerald sharpened his vision. He looked at this building. Despite the luxury ... there is a mysterious, domineering and monstrous impression of this building. Especially flag. Beautiful but scary.

"I think it's too broad."

"Right, this is too broad for both of us. The distance from one room to another is very far. It's troubling," Roxena agreed.

"Maybe we can stay here occasionally. There" Gerald pointed to the main tower where Roxena used to calm down. "It must be very suitable to see the sunset and also the night sky."

Roxena agreed. "But, what is Xena really in this place? I didn't realize before. Now I see what I should have seen. That flag, is this place a headquarters? And those people are members? Although beautiful, this building feels creepy. And those people respect you a lot. Then I remembered, Doctor Liu called you Lady, not Miss. Is not the Lady a noble woman or a woman of high social status? Who are you, Xena?"

As expected. How could Gerald not have noticed. He's sensitive.

Roxena stood up, taking a few steps forward with both hands behind her back, turning her back to Gerald. Roxena looked straight ahead. He had thought about this quite maturely. Can you avoid it until when to avoid it?

"Maybe the story of my life and work is very cliche with romantic novels out there. My identity that you know is true. I, Roxena Lawrence, am the only daughter of the Lawrence family, the head of the family and the President of Lawrence Group. There are no lies in it at all. It's just .. I've lived and died dozens of times. As long as I learn one thing, I must have the strength to protect myself."

Gerald digested every word Roxena said. Roxena sighed slowly. "My life is not easy. Being the center of attention is troublesome."

"Especially with the presence of the child out of wedlock, I felt threatened. I decided to build my own strength. My experience and skills have been very helpful. And now it has been almost 2 decades of this great power standing. In front of receiving respect behind giving intimidation."

The closer you get, the more Gerald's heart beats. He believes Roxena's identity must be unusual let alone normal. There was one guess in his mind.

"I will introduce myself again to my other identity. I, Roxena Lawrence, The Lady of Light and Shadow!"

Gerald. He is a stranger to that name. But, for sure he knows what the job is. Gerald tried to stand up. Then he stepped up and hugged Roxena. "You're great, Xena."

He has no right to judge Roxena's work. Even if it's a job that risks lives. The Mafia must not only compete economically but also in martial or military power.

It is now known why Roxena is often injured and has many scars. Two positions that are equally high, no wonder have many opponents who want to drop.

"Aren't you surprised?"

"With your temperament and strength, I'm not at all surprised."

"You don't mind?"ask Roxena again.

"My hands are covered in blood. And so it will be next. While you're a doctor, my job is against yours." Roxena closed her eyes. The moment he unsheathed his weapon cost the lives of the enemy.

"If you doubt the contradiction of our work, then what is the difference between the work of doctors and soldiers? Although they were prepared to protect the country, the war would take many casualties, both military and civilian. I thought, it's nothing to be concerned about because I'm sure you won't kill if you don't get annoyed."

"I just want you to promise me one thing." Gerald turned Roxena's body around. The two stared at each other for a long time.

"Effort not to be hurt" pinta Gerald.

In that instant, Roxena immediately hugged Gerald. He leaned his head against Gerald's chest. When Roxena decides, Gerald is the only home for her.

This educated man understands himself. Yes, although previously very contradictory. "I love you, Xena. I love you." Gerald dyed Roxena's long forehead.

"Me too, Gerald." Roxena started to admit it.

It was the happiest afternoon for both of them. That confession brought them closer.

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