Chapter 974:

“No,” Pierre responded. “I just knew Ms. Bennett had been in Xada for two years and presumed there might be a romantic involvement.”

Gemma exhaled in mild frustration. “I appreciate Alicia,” she stated plainly. “But sadly, my brother isn’t worthy of her.”

Pierre averted his eyes, focusing on the soil, his emotions concealed. “Mr. Hampton is certainly successful in business.”

“But he isn’t as caring as Mr. Ward.”

Curious, Gemma asked, “Pierre, would you consider yourself caring?”

Pierre glanced at her appealing face, his Adam’s apple shifting noticeably. His throat suddenly dry. Had they grown so comfortable with each other? Why would she pose such a personal question?

Before Pierre could reply, Sheila interrupted them.

exasperation. “Why are you in the garden again? I’ve told you countless times that with your weak immune system, you

The noise from the living room signaled

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arm. “Quick, help me

a childish escapade. “Miss Hampton, your room is upstairs. We have to go through the

to the nearby wall. “You’re

still a challenge for Gemma. Was this

tendency to become breathless when excited, Pierre responded seriously, “That’s too

it into a knot, her expression determined. “If Sheila sees me covered in mud, she’ll not only scold me but also call

stern voice grew closer. “Miss Hampton, aren’t you coming

with a promise. “Whether it works or not, I’ll

finger, suggesting,

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