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.

I’ve told you countless times that with your weak immune system, you

The noise from the living room

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Sheila’s nagging, quickly tapped Pierre’s arm.

room is upstairs. We have to go through the living room.” Sheila was in the living

the window!” Gemma suggested, pointing to the nearby wall. “You’re tall enough. I can

It wasn’t particularly high, but still a challenge

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

Gemma insisted, gathering her dress and tying it into a knot, her expression determined. “If Sheila sees me covered in mud, she’ll not only scold me

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

She enticed him with a promise. “Whether it works or not, I’ll give you a

a finger,

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