The Enigmatic Return (Neera and Jean) novel Chapter 1037

Harvey was so shy he blushed at the compliment.

Across from him, Elmer looked at him with a face full of admiration.

“Little one, your chess skills are impressive. Who taught you?”

After glancing at Jean, Harvey answered calmly, “I learned a bit from books before, but I'm not very proficient. My daddy taught me a lot later on, so I can just about hold my own.”

Upon hearing Harvey mention “Daddy,” all the adults present were taken aback.

Sammy explained with a chuckle, “Daddy has already proposed to Mommy, you know. We're going to be a family sooner or later, so we might as well start using the right titles now.”

Elmer understood and turned to Jean. “You've done a great job teaching my great-grandson. It seems your chess skills are even better. Care for a match?”

Jean smiled. “You flatter me, Mr. Park. In truth, Harvey was already quite skilled at chess from the start. I merely gave him a few pointers...”

“What are you chatting about that's making you so happy?”

Nadine and Neera walked over and, seeing the situation, questioned with a smile.

Jeremiah ruffled Harvey's hair. “Praising this little guy's chess skills. Why did you guys come down? Is Mom asleep?”

“She's asleep. Neera was the one who coaxed her to sleep. That's what really works.”

Nadine smiled with pursed lips, then turned to look at Neera.

After pondering for a moment, Neera stated, “Granddad, Uncle Jeremiah, there's something I'd like to discuss with you... I won't be staying in the country for long this time. There are important matters abroad that require my attention, so I'll need to return. If it weren't for reuniting with you, I'd probably be in Essley by now. But given Granny's current condition, I'm worried. If I'm too far away, it might affect her health. So, I want to discuss a plan with you.”

Upon hearing this, Nadine felt a pang of discomfort. “How could this be? Neera, don't you want to stay here...”

Neera saw her reluctance and couldn't help but feel apologetic.

“I'm sorry, but all of my aunt's properties are overseas, and I'm the heir. I need to manage the companies there. Besides, there are several important patients abroad that I've promised to treat. I really can't stay in the country. This time, I returned home just to handle some affairs. I didn't expect to run into you all...”

Upon hearing these words, everyone in the Park family fell silent.

They weren't angry or dissatisfied. In fact, they could all understand Neera's situation.

It was just that the family had just reunited with each other, and they already had to part ways. No one wanted that to happen.

And most importantly, Mariah definitely wouldn't be able to handle it.

Over the past two years, she had been in low spirits, her illness progressively worsening. Her mental clarity fluctuated, sometimes lucid, sometimes confused.

Now that she finally had emotional support, who knew what she might become if they were to part ways again?

Deep down, Neera also felt a bit guilty.

From both an emotional and rational perspective, one should fulfill one's filial duties.

However, abroad, both Avery and Willard were waiting for her to return and heal them. She had promised them that she would return; she couldn't go back on her word, nor could she just abandon them.

Just as everyone fell silent, unsure of how to handle the situation, Jean suddenly spoke up.

“Mr. Elmer, do you think you and Mariah would be comfortable living in Essley? If you think you could adapt, we could all move there together. This way, it would be more convenient to take care of her and get her treatment, and the family wouldn't have to be separated. We could see each other every day.”

Upon hearing that, Jeremiah nodded. “This does seem feasible.”

Nadine, however, was somewhat apprehensive. “But changing the environment... I wonder if Mom and Dad will be able to adapt...”

At that moment, the three little ones gathered around Elmer, taking the initiative to hold his hand.

“Great-grandfather, come with us. Essley is really fun.”

“If you're worried about noise, it's no problem at all. Daddy bought Mommy a manor there. It's very quiet, and the environment is nice. There won't be any disturbances, and it's also very suitable for Great-granny to rest and recuperate. We can also accompany both of you for walks on regular days.”

“Also, Mommy's medical skills are excellent. She will definitely keep you all healthy. Our family has finally reunited after so much difficulty. Can we please not separate again...”

Meanwhile, Neera also tried to persuade Elmer.

“Granddad, I've just taken over the company, and indeed, I'm tied up at the moment. But rest assured, I will get a handle on things as soon as possible. In a year or two, once everything is stable, if you want to return here, I can bring the kids, and we can move back with you. Does that sound good?”

Elmer was moved by what he heard. He hesitated for a moment, then agreed.

“All right. I'll go with you to Essley.”

Neera was very happy as if a weight had been lifted off her heart.

“Okay, then. Let's pack up and leave together.”

Standing at one side, Nadine couldn't sit still anymore. She spoke without even thinking.

“In that case, your uncle and I should go with you. Your grandparents are abroad, and we can't see them. We're bound to worry. It's better for us to go and take care of them. You're busy all the time, and you also have to look after your grandparents. In the long run, it will take a toll on your health. We can lend a hand if we're there.”

Jeremiah thought the same and immediately chimed in, “Yes, let's go too.”

Edward was somewhat bewildered.

“If you're all leaving, what about me...”

With a matter-of-fact tone, Nadine said, “You have to stay here and manage the family business. Surely, you're not thinking of coming along, are you?”