Chapter 248 - Tell me about her (1/2)

~ Reno, White family villa ~

Elanor was surprised to see Jeff come home for the weekend. Usually, he would stay in his apartment in Los Angeles, and come home only for holidays and events.

She was even more surprised when he asked her to talk to him in private. It's a long time since he asked her to talk to him in private. Elanor guessed that this is something important to him.

They were sitting in the family room, facing each other over a glass coffee table when he told her, ”Mom... I found a woman I like.” It was obvious that he is nervous.

Elanor observed his body language carefully. She does not know if she ever saw him this anxious. She slightly moved her head, as if asking him to continue, curiosity was showing in her gaze.

”I like her, and I don't want to continue this charade with Isabella. I have no feelings for Isabella. I will talk to dad, and to Isabella. It's my fault that I was passive and let it come to this stage.” Jeff observed his mom, trying to predict her reaction, but the only thing he could see was that she is expecting more information.

After some silence she spoke. ”Does this woman have a name?”

”JoAnna.” Just saying her name calmed down Jeff's heart. His expression softened, and gaze became gentle.

Elanor noticed change in Jeff. She wanted to know more about a woman who can make her older son so anxious and so gentle at the same time.

”Tell me about her.” Elanor's face didn't show any reaction.

Jeff was nervous, but as soon as he started talking about JoAnna, smile appeared on his face. ”She is bold and shy at the same time. She likes to tease me, and she can drive me mad from anger, yet I can't be angry at her... smart, definitely smart. And kind. Beautiful inside and out. She changed me... I want to protect her.”

Elanor was moved by his words.

”Did you disappear from work for two days because of her?” Elanor accused him.

He was surprised that she knows about it. 'Did Steve call home as well?' But he could not deny the truth. ”Yes.”

”Does she know about Isabella?” Elanor wanted to know how honest he is with JoAnna. Having secrets is not a good start of a relationship.

”Yes. I told her, because I don't want us to have any secrets between us.”

Elanor was happy to hear that answer and wanted to find out JoAnna's reaction. ”And? What does she say about that?”

Jeff closed his eyes and exhaled as frown veiled his handsome face. He looked like he is in pain. ”She... I don't think that she wants to see me again until I fix this thing first.”

Elanor approved. It shows that girl has integrity and self-respect.

”Is she returning your feelings?” Elanor continued her questioning.

”Yes, I believe so.”

”What will you do if we don't break up the agreement with Lambert Dillen, and force you to marry Isabella?” Her gaze scrutinized him.