A Life Debt Repaid novel (John and Cordy) novel Chapter 980

Someone else added, "That's right. Let old Jesse rest. His health is of utmost importance."

Sean nodded, and wheeled 'Jesse' into a lounge reserved for them. He then spotted Cordy and shot her a knowing look.

Cordy hurried to his side, while everyone else in the banquet watched in slight surprise.

How did she manage to get in Sean's good graces?!

Once they were inside and ensured that no one was eavesdropping, Sean told Cordy, "Jean will definitely come by to visit Jesse. Play along when the time comes."

"Okay." Cordy nodded. Then she asked, "Is Dicky going to be alright at Cranston Hall?"

She had her boy stay there since something might happen today, as she refused to put him in potential danger.

"Don't worry," Sean assured her. "My people are watching him."

"Right." Cordy nodded.

Silence ensued, until someone suddenly opened the door.

Jean then entered, escorted by the rest of her family.

She began slowly, "Jesse…"

"I'm sorry, ma'am," Sean said, standing between her and 'Jesse'. "The doctors said that Grandfather isn’t in his best shape right now, so we shouldn't have too many people surrounding him. It may stress him and cause him difficulties in breathing."

Jean understood Sean’s intention immediately, and gestured at the others, "Go on, greet our guests. I'll speak to my brother alone."

"Yes, ma'am."

The Lynds filed out of the lounge, just as Sean shot Cordy a lok.

She nodded slightly and pushed 'Jesse' up to Jean, who hacked violently just as they reached her.

Jean appeared deeply worried and concerned. "What's wrong, Jesse? You're already discharged, but you don't look well at all…"