The Enigmatic Return (Neera and Jean) novel Chapter 1448

Chapter 1448 

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Moreover, he was fully aware that Neera was the target of envy and hatred, yet he didn’t provide her with adequate protection in time, which led to her suffering such significant harm. 

All of this calamity befell Neera solely because of him. 

It went without saying Adriana wouldn’t forgive him. In the event any harm befell that girl, even he himself wouldn’t forgive himself, not to mention Adriana. 

As Adriana leaned into his embrace, her fists gradually lowered until she wrapped her arms around him, sobbing like a wounded animal. 

“Chad Gordon, I hate you to the bones… I hate you… 

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Chad rested his chin on her shoulder, his eyes tightly closed. The weight of regret consumed him to the point that he thought he was going to go mad, yet all he could do was patiently console her. “If it makes you feel better, just hate me. Punish me in any way you want, but rest assured, no matter what happens, Neera will be fine. I will find the best doctor to treat her. I promise you, she will get better…” 

While the two were heartbroken, seeking solace in each other’s embrace downstairs, Jean sat alone by Neera’s bedside in the bedroom upstairs. His gaze remained fixed on Neera’s pale face, as if he could never get enough of looking at her. 

At that moment, the aftermath of the slap on Neera’s face lingered; her cheek remained slightly swollen, a stark reminder of the recent trauma. It was a disconcerting sight. 

Unable to resist, he reached out, his touch a tender caress as if he sought to erase the marks, hoping to alleviate her pain. 

His movements were delicate, as though he feared causing her any further harm. 

When he was far away in District Twenty-One and received the news of Neera’s kidnapping, he yearned to grow a pair of wings so he could swiftly return. 

The anxiety of that moment was so overwhelming that he wished never to endure it again in his lifetime. 

On his journey back, the haunting image of Neera’s sad expression as he departed replayed in his mind. 

Suddenly, he found himself despising his decision, questioning why he had to leave. 

If he had known the tragic events that would unfold in his absence, he would never have gone, regardless of the circumstances. 

Countless emotions surged within him-regret, anger, ferocity, remorse, and worry-pushing him to the brink of madness. 

When the news reached him upon his return to District Fourteen, he hurried to the warehouse without delay. 

Before barging in, he envisioned countless possibilities in his mind. 

However, what he saw inside was beyond his expectations. Even in the face of death, this resilient woman refused to yield. 

Observing the patchwork of scars on her body, he could imagine the painful struggles she must have endured. 

It was her defiance that had led those angered by her to subject her to such brutal treatment. 

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He was well aware of how strong Neera could be, but in that moment, he found himself wishing she wouldn’t be so resilient. 

The mere thought of what might have transpired had he arrived a moment later sent shivers down his spine. 

Her slender and fragile figure, leaning on the railing, appeared as if it could collapse at any moment. 

The prospect of bursting in only to witness her falling was too much for him to bear; he believed it would undoubtedly drive him to madness. 

This haunting notion invaded his mind, causing the corners of his eyes to turn crimson once again. 

He shook his head, closed his eyes, and compelled himself to calm down, determined not to let his thoughts spiral out of control. 

Upon touching Neera’s body, he noted that her temperature was currently normal. With a deep breath, he rose and exited the bedroom. 

lan stood in the hallway, waiting. As soon as he saw Chad emerge, he hurriedly approached. 

“Mr. Beauvort, it’s getting late and you haven’t eaten anything all day. Please have something to eat first to fill your stomach. If you continue to starve like this, your body won’t be able to take it. If Mrs. Beauvort sees you like this, she will surely be heartbroken.” 

Despite the suggestion, Chad knew that Jean wouldn’t entertain the idea of eating. 

As anticipated, Jean shook his head, displaying no inclination to go downstairs for a meal. Instead, he beckoned lan to the study. 

“Where are those who have been detained?” he asked bluntly and coldly upon entering. 

lan replied honestly, “They are still in that warehouse and haven’t moved yet. Do you want me to bring them over?” 

“No need,” Jean responded without hesitation. With a calm voice, he issued his instructions methodically. “Just deal with them there however you see fit. Don’t worry about anything. Go personally; you know what to do.” 

lan nodded in acknowledgment of the order. “Yes.” 

He then conveyed another piece of information, “Sir, I have already sent people to detain the Logan family. As for Phoebe, he has also been found. She is currently in our custody. How do you plan to handle this?” 

A profound malice surfaced in Jean’s eyes when he heard that. 

His thin lips slowly parted, a chilling voice squeezing out from his throat. 

“Not a single one from the Logan family shall be spared. As for Phoebe, however she plotted against Neera, she shall be repaid in kind. An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth.” 

“Yes, sir!”