The Enigmatic Return (Nancy’s And Roxanne )

Chapter 311 One–Sided Pursuit

Jean paid little attention to Joanna’s expression or mood, completely indifferent to her presence.

With Wrenn resting, he proceeded to visit his father in the study.

Frederic had refrained from visiting the company because of Wrenn’s illness, choosing instead to remain at home. Her well–being weighed heavily on his mind, and he found himself unable to focus on work during this time.

As Jean entered the study, he was greeted by the sight of his father, seated behind his desk, a contemplative expression on his face as he leisurely smoked a cigar.

The haze of smoke enveloped the room, the scent of tobacco permeating every corner.

Jean’s brow twitched as he approached, taking a seat across from his father. He offered a reminder, “Mom will be mad if she catches you smoking again.”

Frederic glanced at him before lifting the cigar to his lips, exhaling a plume of smoke, and casually dropping a

one knows, who’s to say anything?” comment, “Then don’t let her find out. If

eyebrow, Jean inquired,

have you taken

concern. When it comes to the two of you, I have plenty to worry about. My hair has turned gray

a glance at his father’s silver

health is fragile right now, and that has me concerned. If anything were to

weight of his worry evident. “What would I do

Are you jinxing her? Besides, my health is improving. Neera is helping me seek treatment, and

in his throat, the

evident as he

“Plus, you’re not fully recovered yet. I won’t

offered reassurance in a patient tone, “Don’t worry, old man. I’ll outlive you,

held onto that

matter how you phrased it, it

you go, you little rascal! If you’ve got nothing to do, don’t disturb me. The company has plenty

of

“People are keeping an eye on things at the company. I wouldn’t feel at ease leaving if it weren’t for Mom. I’ll return later tonight. For now… Would you care for a

warmed upon hearing