The Enigmatic Return (Neera and Jean) novel Chapter 559

Isabella had anticipated Neera's doubts but chose to feign ignorance. Her ability to play dumb was not for nothing.

"On purpose? What are you hinting at?"

Neera leaned against the headboard of the bed and positioned herself with one arm around her body.

She questioned, "Are you truly not understanding or just playing innocent?"

With genuine concern in her voice, Isabella responded, "What with the riddles today? I'm not lying when I say I'm not going to make it. There's a major surgery at the hospital. You should know about this as a doctor. Patients won't wait for you to return from vacation before becoming ill.

"Sigh! What a shame to waste such a great opportunity. I wanted to take a few days off because I've been so busy recently talking to you."

Neera said with a chuckle, "Please refrain from matching me with somebody. You're not a matchmaker."

"All right, I understand. Bye for now; I have to go now."

After finishing his morning routine, Jean went to Neera's door and knocked on her door. He asked, "Where are the kids? What time will they show up?"

Neera apologized, "Bell couldn't make it because of a situation at the hospital. She had sent the kids home."

"So it's just the two of us today? Jean wondered, an eyebrow raised.

Neera asked awkwardly, "Yes, I hope you don't mind..."

"Why would I?" Jean asked with a smirk.

It sounded good to spend some time together with only the two of us traveling around.

"Let's go downstairs and have breakfast."

"Alright."

They discussed where to go and what to see over breakfast.

She received some advice from a waitress who just happened to be walking by.

She expertly suggested, "You can consider renting a yacht and going sailing. Dolphin sightings are frequent in the region. Additionally, there's a nearby marine theme park that is worth visiting.

Neera thanked her before turning to face Jean. She asked, "Do you want to check it out?"

Jean felt strangely elated when she said the word "we."

His expression softened. He spoke with a deep and melancholy voice, saying, "Since we're here, it would be a shame not to pay those places a visit. Let's sail."

Neera felt a strumming in her heart. She replied, "Alright."

"If you decide to go, our hotel will help arrange everything. The waitress proactively offered her assistance. "Only registration at the front desk is required."

Neera thought to herself, This is convenient.

The two visited the front desk after breakfast. Efficiently, the receptionist made a call, and a cab arrived to take them to the pier within ten minutes.

They soon found themselves surrounded by a fleet of ships, yachts, and cruise ships.

They approached a yacht under the guidance of an employee.

Jean took the lead and stepped onto it first. Then he turned around and naturally extended his hand to Neera.

Neera hesitated briefly before giving him another glance.

"Give me your hand," the man said slowly.

Her heart still skipped a beat, even though she was aware that his words had no special meaning.

She put her hand in his as he fixed his gaze on her.

He then swiftly and gently pulled her up in the next instant. He performed it with such ease, as if he had done it countless times.

The yacht soon sailed away.

Although cloudy, the day's weather was pleasant. Neera felt calm as she stared out at the horizon where the sea and sky met and watched seagulls glide freely.

Neera felt at peace.

She said with a smile, "I haven't felt so relaxed since I returned from abroad."

"I haven't taken a leisurely break in a long time either," Jean added, grinning. "I used to rest at home when I had some free time. Now, thanks to you, I'm here."

Neera beamed, "That's because you didn't meet me earlier. If you had, you wouldn't have endured as much pain."

Jean graciously accepted her statement and replied, "True."

He then added, "It's still not too late. I'm glad I didn't miss you."

Again, Neera's heart was pumping violently.

Am I being overly sensitive today? I feel as though I overthink things. We're discussing his health, but I just felt like it had a deeper meaning.

They conversed while the yacht continued to sail.

Jean suddenly nudged Neera and urged, "Look at the sea."

Dolphins greeted Neera when she looked down.

Playfully, they leaped in and out of the water, sending huge waves into the air.

"They are so adorable! She yelled, quickly pulling out her phone to take pictures while muttering, "It's a shame the kids aren't here. They would have loved it."

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On the other side, the triplets sneezed simultaneously.

"Did you sneeze because of the cool sea breeze? Isabella immediately inquired worriedly. "Should we go inside?"

They were also traveling on a sailing vessel, but it was a tourist cruise with lots of people on board. They were having a blast nonetheless.

"Godmother, Mommy is probably thinking of us!"

"Look, it's dolphins!"

"They're so adorable!"

Isabella cracked up and let them become engrossed in their excitement.

The four went out for a fun morning and came back to the pier.

The keen-eyed triplets observed Neera and Jean also making their way back to the shore as they got off the vessel.

Neera turned to face them as if she had sensed something.

The triplets were shocked and quickly took cover.