The Enigmatic Return (Neera and Jean) novel Chapter 1051

Adriana returned downstairs, and after about fifteen minutes, she brought up a steaming plate of pasta.

These pasta were made especially for Neera back when she had first taken her abroad, fearing that Neera might not be accustomed to foreign cuisine.

During that time, Neera often ate these pasta. Although the cooking skills were not top-notch, she found them delicious, comforting, and heartwarming.

Under the watchful eyes of everyone, she reluctantly ate about half a plate and then put down her fork.

“Aren't you eating anymore? Have a bit more,” Adriana said, concerned about her health.

Neera shook her head. “I can't eat anymore.”

Then, she suddenly changed the subject and said, “Aunt Adriana, let's return to Essley tomorrow.”

Upon hearing this, everyone was taken aback.

Adriana, being understanding, agreed, “Okay, whatever you say. We'll leave tomorrow.”

Neera nodded silently, lowering her head without saying anything more, seemingly lost in her own world.

Everyone could see that her emotions were extremely fragile, and something was not quite right with her.

However, they didn't know what to say or do to console her, so they remained silent, feeling deeply troubled.

Adriana didn't dare to slack off. As soon as she left Neera's room, she instructed Chad to prepare everything for their return. Then, she went to her room to pack.

Nadine and Jeremiah went home to prepare to leave the country.

Isabella kept Neera company, feeling anxious and worried about her condition.

Suddenly, she remembered their first encounter many years ago.

At that time, both of them were studying abroad. It was pouring rain, and she had forgotten her umbrella. Neera had lent her one and escorted her back to the apartment.

From then on, they became the best of friends who could talk about anything and everything.

Although they claimed to share everything, initially, it was mostly Isabella doing the talking while Neera listened.

During that time, Neera was already pregnant, and she faced constant gossip and judgment from others at school.

She often remained silent and seemed to struggle with depression, much like her current state.

Now, her worst fears had come true.

Isabella regretted ever letting her know about what had happened back then, as it had led to the current situation.

Due to their worry for Neera, the elderly couple from the Park family decided not to leave and stayed behind.

Isabella, unable to shake her concern for Neera, chose to remain by her side and offered to sleep in the same room.

Neera didn't refuse this time.

The three little ones didn't want to leave her either and stayed close, as if afraid that their mother would stop loving them.

Neera could tell that they were still anxious. To ease their minds, she tamped down her emotions and gently touched their little faces.

“Don't worry, Mommy is really okay. Do you guys want to take a bath? It's almost time for bed.”

Penny nodded. Tugging at the corner of her clothes, she asked timidly, “Mommy, can you help us wash?”

They could wash themselves, but they just wanted to spend more time with Neera.

Neera understood and smiled as she agreed, “Sure, let's go. I will help you take a bath.”

Seeing Neera regain some spirit, Isabella felt a bit relieved and offered, “I'll help too.”

No one dared to mention Jean or the events of the past.

After they had bathed, Neera helped the children put on their pajamas, blow-dried their hair, and gave each of them a goodnight kiss like usual.

The three little ones finally started to smile and looked at her expectantly.

“Mommy, you're not angry with us anymore, right?”

Neera gently stroked their little faces, knowing that she had frightened them earlier. She patiently reassured them, “I'm not angry with you. I have never been angry with you. You're my most precious treasures. How could I ever stay angry with you? Be good and don't overthink things. I will always love you.”

Their anxious hearts finally found solace, and they cried tears of relief.

“That's great! We thought you wouldn't want to talk to us anymore.”

They were truly terrified. As they spoke, tears began to flow, and they choked out a torrent of words.

“We're sorry, Mommy. It was our fault. We know we were wrong.”

Neera's heart ached as she hugged them, gently patting their backs and apologizing repeatedly.

“You didn't do anything wrong. I should be the one apologizing. It's my fault for scaring you. I won't do that again, and I won't ignore you.”

After comforting them for a while, the three little ones finally stopped crying.

Perhaps they were exhausted from crying so much, or perhaps the tension they had been holding in all day was finally released, but they soon fell into a deep and peaceful sleep.

Neera stared at their adorable sleeping faces for a long time, lost in thought.

It was only when Isabella began to worry again, wondering what to say to get her attention, that she suddenly spoke in a soft voice, asking, “Bell, do you think I'm being a bit overdramatic?”