Chapter 1717

Jeffrey was clearly angry and deeply disappointed in Julius. Then suddenly he remembered something and asked, "Joanne, what did you say just now? You have a boyfriend?" Joanne nodded and went on to tell him about her boyfriend, Dylan, and how he wanted to bring his parents over to meet the family. Jeffrey was a traditional man, so Joanne expected him to criticize her for dating. Jack stood nearby, ready to step in if Jeffrey got upset. Instead, Jeffrey took a slow drag from his cigarette and said quietly, "A man should marry when the time is right, and a woman should too. If you're truly compatible, I won't stand in your way. Just promise me you'll take care of yourself in the relationship." Joanne nodded and asked in surprise, "Dad, does that mean you approve of us?" Jeffrey nodded. Joanne had been ready to argue her case, but now she was momentarily speechless. Just then, Helena stepped out and said cheerfully, "Your dad only came around after hearing that Horace Medford's daug