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

ago. Why have you taken it

the two of you,

cast a glance at his father’s silver hair but

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

trailed off, the weight of his worry evident.

her? Besides, my health is improving. Neera is helping me seek treatment, and my condition has rarely flared up. Isn’t that a positive sign? You shouldn’t be such a

the trembling cigar nearly falling

angrily at Jean, his frustration evident as he

into the ashtray, his expression unwavering as he added, “Plus, you’re not

anxiety for his health, Jean offered reassurance in a patient tone, “Don’t worry, old man.

silently held onto

how you phrased it, it did

his eyes, he retorted, “Off you go, you little rascal! If you’ve got nothing to do,

of

wouldn’t feel at ease leaving if it weren’t for

warmed upon