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

he gave Thea a warm, almost paternal smile. "Thea, it's been a

was secretly surprised. In the past, Jake's parents had acted like they

when she caught a glimpse of Madelyn's awkward and embarrassed

can't stand Madelyn, she

a measured distance, "Mr. Hendrix, thank you for your concern. My father is doing well- Jepson's brow furrowed

Hendrix, don't worry. I'll take care of this," a tremulous voice suddenly

a sincerity that bordered on

so please don't be too concerned." Jake looked at Madelyn, clearly moved by her

Seeing the emotional look on Jake's face only deepened the

for your concern. But this is a Hendrix family matter. There's no need for you to worry

choice of words made his attitude clear.

to suppress

seems to be really close to Miss

always have a place in

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