Chapter 1740

Wenham's remark rendered Keegan speechless.

His attitude toward the two could not be any more different. He barely acknowledged the gift Keegan brought but praised Marshall, especially upon learning that Stella had assisted in choosing them.

In the past, Keegan might not have endured this injustice and stormed off. However, possibly influenced by Jaylene, he remained surprisingly silent. He did not retort even as Wenham sarcastically teased him.

Stella couldn't bear to see Keegan being berated. She cleared her throat to interrupt Wenham. "Dad, put the wine away. Marshall has work this afternoon, so we won't be drinking today."

Wenham nodded, "Sure. Make sure Marshall feels welcomed. I'll be there shortly."

Stella agreed, and Wenham carried the two bottles of wine to the wine cellar.

"Marshall, come have a seat."

Stella adjusted the backrest, gesturing for Marshall to sit. He took a seat beside her, directly across from Keegan.

her coat aside. She turned to Marshall and said in

Stella's shoulder. In a low voice, he added," You're a bit underdressed. Are

the corner of

winter, and you're wearing a skirt. Are

hem of her skirt, revealing her legs. "I'm wearing

on the tights

genuinely surprised. "I didn't know

"Why would I go

they could say anything else, they heard the loud sound of a coffee cup being

to the source of the noise. "Keegan, sorry. I didn't expect you to be here today. If

I getting in the way of

I'm just concerned

"I thought you'd be the one feeling awkward. After all, she's

distance?"

raised an eyebrow. "You say that she's still your fiancee. Yet, you're here

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