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, “You quit

long ago. Why have you

When it comes to the two

glance at his

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

of his

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

caught in his throat, the

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

as he added, “Plus, you’re not fully recovered yet. I won’t find

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

held onto that

you phrased it,

you’ve got nothing to do, don’t disturb me. The company has plenty to attend to, and I’ve let you have your way. Why are

of

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

heart warmed

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