Cherished By Seven Sisters by Melvin Houle

Chapter 987 Lacking Backbone

“It’s all right. We’re all compatriots here in this foreign land, so we should help each other out. In the future, if you see those people from the Jagger Association, try to steer clear of them. They’re no good.”

“Got it. Thank you for the warning, sir.”

“My name is Nedley Donnelly. I run a traditional medicine clinic nearby called Vitality Oasis. You can simply refer to me as Old Mr. Donnelly.”

At that moment, Emrys spoke up. “A traditional medicine clinic? Old Mr. Donnelly, did you really open a traditional medicine clinic in Jetroina?”

“What’s the matter? Do you have a problem with that?”

Originally, Nedley’s tone when chatting with Yelena was pleasant. However, when it came to Emrys, his attitude changed abruptly, becoming cold. Even his words were filled with displeasure.

Emrys was surprised.

Err, I don’t think I’m the one who has a problem; rather, you seem to have an issue with me.

He felt utterly baffled, clueless as to how he had managed to upset Nedley.

Could it be that this old man is also a lecher? Otherwise, why would there be such a stark difference in attitude when dealing with a beauty and me?

However, Emrys had been observing Nedley since earlier. He noticed that Nedley’s gaze toward Yelena was pure, merely reflecting the affection an elder holds for a younger generation, untainted by any other intentions.

Hence, his two–faced behavior was even more bewildering.

the old man didn’t seem to like him, he decided to wisely

in Nedley’s demeanor. She flashed a charming grin and said, “Old Mr. Donnelly, my name is Yelena Lynch. And this

doing it

was toward Emrys, the more she insisted on shoving him into

“Ms. Lynch, there are certain things I shouldn’t say, but I can’t help but remind you that

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your eyes wide

geezer, who are you trying

was displeased.

words just imply that his character was questionable? How did he even come to that conclusion?

to argue with him.

she said, “Old Mr. Donnelly, you’re

backbone any Chanacan man should have.

of pointing at Emrys and berating him for being a

no way Emrys could stand it

with a furrowed brow, “Old man, stop acting so strange in front of me. When have

accused of lacking a backbone was probably the

What nonsense!