The Enigmatic Return (Nancy’s And Roxanne )

Chapter 1425

“Mommy, is there something troubling you? You seem like you’ve encountered some difficulties.”

Neera paused for a moment, a helpless smile tugging at the corner of her mouth.

“How come even you guys noticed it? Is it that obvious?”

Penny nodded, then shook her head. “It’s not obvious, but we can feel it. Perhaps this is what they call a mother-daughter bond.”.

Sammy chimed in, “And a mother-son bond.”

Neera smiled lightly. Not wanting them to worry, she just made up an excuse.

“There’s really nothing much going on. It’s just that I’ve been a bit busy lately over here. I’m just a bit tired, I guess.”

Upon hearing that she was tired, the three little ones were incredibly understanding. They quickly urged her to rest.

“Get some rest, then. We won’t disturb you any further. Once you’ve recovered, we’ll give you a call!”

After speaking, they faced the camera, waved their hands, said goodnight, and quickly hung up the phone.

Before Neera could even respond, the video call was abruptly ended, leaving her somewhat amused.

The bathroom door swung open, and Jean emerged, clad in a bathrobe. His chest was half-exposed, revealing a tantalizing glimpse of his pectoral muscles.

down the strands of his hair. Some droplets found their way to his shoulder, sliding down his collarbone before finally disappearing beneath his bathrobe.

bit parched, and

closer to her. “What are you hiding from?

his bathrobe, pulling it down. “Sit down.

readily took a seat next to her, relishing in the

dried his hair roughly, seemingly

She tried to

time, Jean did not stop her at all, indulging her antics. At that moment, he let out a soft sigh, raised his hand to smooth his hair, and turned to look at her.

now? You’ve been distracted all day, hardly even

response and suddenly buried herself in his

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me. I was really looking forward to this day, but now that it’s here, I’m somewhat apprehensive. I’m afraid… I’m afraid I might cause trouble for the Gordon family, or even worse, inflict irreparable damage. If that’s the case, then I would become a sinner of the Gordon family. At that time, it won’t just be my personal problem. Even Uncle Chad, I fear, would be blamed and criticized by the elders of the Gordon

was not so easy to deal with. The Cox family might have been lucky to get away, but the Gordon family might

battle of wits and courage, where danger lurked at every corner, a single misstep could plunge them into an

didn’t want to drag the entire Gordon

her thoughts. He pulled her closer into his embrace

and scared at this point. All I can say is, I’m here with you. No matter what you do, I’m by your side, doing my best to support and encourage you.

she could smell was his refreshing and comforting scent.

around him a bit more. With her eyes closed, she leaned