Chapter 59

Chapter

59

The man approaching was dressed in a tailored suit, exuding an air of calm authority. His graying temples hinted at age, and the sharp glint in his eyes betrayed his calculating nature. He was clearly not someone to be trifled with

This was Jepson, Jake's father and Nicolas's elder brother.

Jake instinctively released Thea's hand and took a deliberate step away from Madelyn, moving closer to Thea in an attempt to make their relationship appear more harmonious. Madelyn, of course, noticed his little maneuver.

Tears welled up in her eyes, her expression filled with hurt.

This tactic might work on other men, but to Jepson, women like Madelyn were all too familiar

gave Thea a warm, almost paternal smile. "Thea, it's been a while. Please give my regards

was secretly surprised. In the past, Jake's parents had acted like they didn't even know her, let alone initiate

of Madelyn's awkward and embarrassed expression, she immediately

can't stand

politely, Thea responded with a measured distance, "Mr. Hendrix, thank you for your concern. My father is doing well-

don't worry. I'll take care

was Madelyn, speaking with a

We all share responsibility, so please don't be too concerned." Jake looked at Madelyn,

emotional look on Jake's face only deepened

this is a Hendrix family matter. There's no need for you to worry about it. Thea, come with me," Jepson

his attitude clear. He

followed Jepson, Madelyn clenched her hands tightly to suppress the

me. He seems to be really close to Miss Rowland. But I get it. If Miss Rowland has said anything about me to him, it's understandable." Jake's heart ached at

hand, he promised. "Don't worry. Whether Thea and marry or not, you'll always have a

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