The Enigmatic Return (Neera and Jean) novel Chapter 888

Neera went upstairs to the study room. She took out all the ancient medical books that had been carefully kept and thoroughly read through them. Time had passed when she finished sorting the books that might be helpful to her. She stretched and carried these books downstairs. Neera rubbed her cheek to brighten herself after a long search.

As she walked down the stairs, she was considering calling Jean. Neera said surprisingly, "Why have you returned?" Who would have thought that he would appear right in front of me when I was thinking about him? She gave the books to the servant and walked to Jean.

Jean glanced at the books in the servant’s hand and looked away. He said, “I have been awake since you left. You have been gone for a while, and I am waiting for you. I am guessing you might be here, so I came over. Anything happened?"

Neera hesitated before telling him about Avery. She only told Jean about Avery being attacked and Avery’s illness. Regarding the internal affairs of the Cox family, she decided to keep her mouth shut. After all, she was just an outsider. She shouldn’t make irresponsible remarks to her fiancé, regardless of how close they were.

Jean could tell from her expression that things were more complicated. He stopped asking questions since he respected her. He said, "Since it’s a request from Uncle Chad, you should do it." He did not show any sign of anger.

Neera sized him up. She was relieved since he did not appear to be envious. At the same time, she was feeling bad since she would have to focus on Avery’s condition now and then. She tiptoed and leaned over to kiss Jean after noticing no one else was in the hallway.

Neera said, "Thank you for staying at home with the kids. I will take care of Avery’s illness as quickly as I can."

Jean’s expression became relaxed and indulgent. He himself was surprised by the effect and Neera’s kiss. It made him feel at ease, and he would do anything for her. He sighed pamperedly while patting her forehead. "I would never say no to you."

Neera grinned. "I shall take my leave." She walked past him to the door.

Jean was reluctant to let her go and grabbed her arm, saying, "Wait a minute."

"What’s wrong?" asked Neera.

Jean quickly came up with a reason to stay with her longer. He said, "Why not have breakfast before you go? It won’t take much time."

Neera agreed after some thinking. Avery should be fine for now. I shouldn’t be rushing.

They had breakfast together. Neera and Zephyr then hurried to Avery. Zephyr carried the bulky books to the basement medical room.

The elders from the Cox family greeted Neera as soon as she entered the room. "You are back, Ms. Garcia. Do you plan to begin studying Mr. Cox's illness now? Do you need the medical team to assist you?"

Neera declined by saying, "They should focus on Mr. Cox's injuries. His heart was almost wounded by the bullet. His condition isn’t stable, so the medical team has to keep an eye on him. It’s too risky to leave him unattended. As for Wug, more people will cause more chaos; they won’t help with this matter."

The elders remained silent after hearing her words. Neera checked Avery out; he remained unconscious. She then brought his blood sample to the research room next door. She got to work on the matter.

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After Neera left, Jean went back to the manor since the triplets were here. He pulled off his coat and grimly called out to Storm and Cloud.

He said, "I need to know the details of why Avery was being attacked, as well as everyone else’s recent moves." Neera is most definitely going to be in danger now. The Cox family could get her into unimaginable trouble. I wouldn’t forbid her from saving the needy. I will eliminate anything that would endanger her. I will protect her no matter what.

Storm and Cloud set off to complete the task right away.