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,

ago. Why have

resigned sigh, “It’s out of concern. When it comes to the two of you, I have plenty to worry about. My hair has turned gray because

his father’s silver hair but

health is fragile right now, and that has

his worry evident. “What would I do

Neera is helping me seek treatment, and my condition

words caught in his throat, the

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

time, he pressed his cigar into the ashtray, his expression unwavering as he added, “Plus, you’re not fully recovered yet. I won’t find peace until you make a

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

silently held onto that

you phrased it, it

do, don’t disturb

of

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.

warmed