Addicted To The Genius Lady With A Thousand Faces

Chapter 982:

Still, call it a hunch, but I have this feeling he’ll show up today. I’m curious to meet him face-to-face, to have a chat and see what kind of person he really is.”

Neil contemplated for a while, then he said, “Everett is certainly unusual. As the new Brock family head, it’s customary for him to throw a grand soiree to introduce himself to Blebert’s elite.

After all, we all share the same space here, and even if there’s bad blood, sometimes alliances have to be forged. Civility pays its dues. But since his return, Everett has practically barricaded himself in his house. He makes no effort to reach out and even turns away visitors. His behavior—well, it’s downright peculiar.”

At this, Aelfric’s eyes narrowed.

“Did you just say Everett’s not seeing anyone who tries to visit him?”

“Exactly, without exceptions. Even I, his sister’s father-in-law, paid him a visit, but he wouldn’t see me, showing me no respect,” Neil’s expression soured.

“Oddly enough, though, when Della took Foley back to the Brock family’s house, Everett didn’t turn them away.”

Neil raised an eyebrow, a hint of displeasure in his voice.

“Yet, from what Foley told me, Everett’s attitude toward him was as cold as stone. He completely disregarded Foley.”

After a pause, Neil leaned in, adding, “Foley mentioned that Everett isn’t just aloof with strangers—he’s also noticeably cold with his own sisters. They act like they’re walking on eggshells around him, choosing every word carefully.”

Knowing Aelfric’s interest in Chloe, Neil shot him a knowing look and remarked, “Della’s married and only goes back now and then, so that leaves Chloe to deal with this intimidating brother day in and day out. It can’t be easy for her.”

Aelfric had been listening with a hint of amusement, but at the mention of Chloe’s troubles, his face clouded over.

The thought of the girl he liked going through a rough time was hard for him to stomach.

After a beat, he looked at Neil and asked, “What makes Everett act so peculiar? Sure, keeping outsiders at arm’s length is one thing, but why freeze out his own family?”

Neil hesitated, eyebrows furrowing, and said, “Well…”

Before he could finish, Aelfric jumped in.

“Maybe he’s got some kind of condition—physically disabled, maybe? Or unattractive? Is that why he acts so standoffish?”

Neil shook his head, dismissing the idea.noveldrama

“Not even close. I haven’t met him myself, but Foley’s descriptions paint a different picture. Everett’s tall, incredibly good-looking, as charming as Connor.”

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