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

Why have you taken

“It’s out of concern. When it comes to the two

his father’s silver

and that has me concerned. If anything were to happen between the two of

trailed off, the weight of his worry evident. “What would I

caught a cold. Are you jinxing 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

stared angrily at Jean, his frustration evident as he exclaimed,

added, “Plus, you’re not fully recovered yet. I won’t find peace until you make a full comeback. It’s a constant worry

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

silently held onto

matter how you phrased it, it did

to do, don’t disturb me. The company has plenty to attend

of

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

warmed upon