The Enigmatic Return (Neera and Jean) novel Chapter 1478

“It's really okay,” she said with a laugh. “Besides, they are in Kingsview right now, and we are in Phison. What could you possibly do about them?”

She winked at him, appearing as if she didn't take it to heart at all.

“Besides, Shane, you said it yourself, it's just a minor issue. Can't I handle that on my own? Relax, okay? Let's just enjoy our meal. It's not a big deal.”

Seeing her say this, they exchanged glances and decided not to ask any more questions.

At the dinner table, the sound of laughter and cheerful chatter resumed. Neera occasionally joined in, but she didn't have much of an appetite. Most of the time, she was absent-minded.

Meanwhile, in Kingsview, Maggie couldn't help but feel a bit apprehensive after seeing Neera's unyielding attitude.

She gritted her teeth, locked eyes with Nigel, and subtly shook her head.

Of course, Levi noticed that.

A cold smirk appeared on his lips as he spoke indifferently, “Aren't you two going to leave yet? How long do you two plan on crying and making a fuss here?”

Maggie glanced at him, finally returning his phone with a hint of reluctance.

“Fine! We'll leave! Seriously, you people start looking down on others after you get rich! We've seen it all now! We've raised an ungrateful wretch!”

After uttering those words, Nigel and Maggie immediately left, fearing that Neera would really call the police if they stayed even a second longer.

The couple wore expressions of deep displeasure after leaving Startales.

Visibly upset, Maggie let out a string of vulgarities before turning to Nigel with a deeply troubled expression as she asked, “Nigel, what should we do now? We can't cause a scene at the company! That insolent wretch seems to not care at all! Moreover, I see so many security guards around the company. They might kick us out if we start anything. Wouldn't we end up losing more than we gain? Maybe we should just go back.”

Although it was hard to accept, Maggie truly didn't know what to do next.

However, Nigel gave her a disgruntled glance. “Go back? Look at the fancy houses they live in! Would you still want to return to our humble home in the countryside?”

Even though they had bought a house in the countryside, which was already much better than the place they used to live in, it was still worlds apart from the place where Neera lived.

After hearing him say that, Maggie naturally became even more reluctant to return.

“But even if we don't go back, we can't move into that fancy house either.”

“Who says we can't move in?” Nigel sneered as he continued, “We raised her, so it's only right that she respects us, gives us money, lets us live in a mansion, and serves us with good food and drinks. These are all her responsibilities. That ungrateful wretch thinks she can abandon us now that she has made it big? No way! Anyway, Wilfrid is busy studying now and doesn't have time to come home. We should take this opportunity to get what's rightfully ours. By the time Wilfrid is free, he wouldn't be able to do anything even if he doesn't approve of what we did!”

That's one way to put it, but...

“But that stubborn wretch doesn't show any signs of backing down! She seems to want nothing more than to cut all ties with us. She doesn't even bother to acknowledge us, acting as if she fears nothing in the world. What should we do?”

A hint of malice surfaced on Nigel's face, giving off a sinister vibe as he said, “It's true that she doesn't care. After all, her reputation wasn't great to begin with, so she's used to it. But even if she doesn't care, the Beauvort family will.”

“The Beauvort family?” Maggie was taken aback upon hearing this.

Nigel nodded, “Have you forgotten how luxurious and extravagant the Beauvort residence was when we last visited? Why can they live there, but we can't? Neera may not care, but I don't believe that the Beauvort family doesn't care. Don't forget, the Beauvort family is a prominent family. It's obvious that they value their reputation highly. They definitely wouldn't want their daughter-in-law to be gossiped about and called an ingrate.”

Maggie caught on and immediately thought this idea was excellent.

So what if Neera marries into the Beauvort family? They can still kick her out if they don't like her! We can take the initiative and strike first. If Neera continues to be so stingy, we'll have a good talk with the Beauvort family. Let's see if she'll be scared, then!

The two were in perfect sync. As they looked again at the towering skyscraper of Startales, a cold glint flashed in their eyes.

“Also, with so many businesses in her hands, it wouldn't be too much to ask for her to give Wilfrid one of her companies.”

Meanwhile, at the Lordsworth Estate, where the Gordon family resided, Neera spent the whole night absent-mindedly and in low spirits.

A slight frown creased Jean's forehead after his attempts to cheer her up had failed. He took her hand and gently wrapped her in his arms.

“Are you still thinking about your adoptive parents?” he asked while slightly lowering his head and gently rubbing his nose against hers.

Feeling goosebumps all over, Neera quickly moved out of the way before nodding sullenly. “Yeah, and it's annoying me.”

Jean's eyebrows slightly furrowed. “It's not worth it to get upset over them.”

Neera reluctantly nodded. “I know. If it were just them, I wouldn't care at all. We can handle it however we feel like, but...”

Jean understood immediately. “Is it because of your younger brother?”

Neera withdrew from his embrace and led him toward the balcony. She then leaned lazily against the railing, gazed at the night sky, and let out a long sigh.

“Well, You can consider Wilfrid as part of my concerns. I don't want these matters to affect him. He's about to take his university entrance exams, so he's at a crucial stage right now. I'm afraid it might distract him and result in lifelong regrets. Although it may sound a bit serious, but the matter of attending university is not a small one. He values it greatly. I know he has always hoped to change his life and secure a better future through his own efforts. He has never stopped moving forward. Wouldn't it be a shame if he were to be sidetracked by these unworthy matters?”

Having understood her thoughts, Jean draped his arm around her shoulders and let out a dissatisfied snort.

“You have been so thoughtful of him even though you two aren't related by blood, and yet, his biological parents have never considered whether their actions might have a negative impact on him.”

Neera tugged at his shirt sleeve and fiddled with his cufflink as she said, “Well, that's not entirely true. After all, I am Wilfrid's sister.”

She then threw her head back and laughed, revealing a radiant smile that showcased her dazzling teeth. Her beauty was truly captivating.

“Speaking of which, I haven't introduced you to him yet. When we get back, I'll take you to meet him if I get the chance to.”

Jean nodded slightly. “All right.”

His rested his hands on Neera's head and gently massaged it. “Stop worrying about these things for now. There's no need to waste your energy on such unworthy people. Since you're concerned about Wilfrid, just play along for now. After all, Wilfrid is about to take his exams soon. We can worry about everything else after the exams.”

Neera nodded slightly. “Okay.”