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

Jean inquired,

have

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

cast a glance at his father’s silver

if your condition will improve. Your mother’s health is fragile right now, and that has me concerned. If anything were

weight of his worry

expression, Jean spoke up, “Mom only caught a cold. Are you jinxing her? Besides, my health is improving. Neera is helping me seek treatment, and

the trembling cigar nearly falling onto

angrily at Jean, his frustration evident as he exclaimed, “I’m worried

he pressed his cigar into the ashtray, his expression unwavering as he added, “Plus, you’re not fully recovered yet.

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

held onto

matter how you phrased it, it did sound

nothing to do, don’t disturb

of

are keeping an eye on things at the company. I wouldn’t feel at ease leaving

heart warmed upon