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.

Stella placed her coat aside.She turned to Marshall and said in a hushed voice, "What would you like to drink?"

replied, brushing

a low voice, he added, * You're a bit

Keegan from the corner of her eye before saying,

winter, and you're wearing a

of her

"I'm wearing tights."

and said, "They're pretty

know you were wearing tights."

would I go bare-legged

loud sound of

over to the source

didn't expect you to be here

"Why? Am I getting in the

at all.I'm just concerned

Keegan pursed his lips.

thought you'd be the one feeling awkward.After all, she's still my

Marshall raised an eyebrow.

you're here with another

Keegan's gaze darkened.

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