Chapter 1339

With just that one gesture, Patrick knew exactly what Suzanne was about to do. He extended his hand, and she gently took his pulse. Given that Patrick was under Roxanne's control, Suzanne wouldn't be surprised if Roxanne had slipped him some kind of drug. She knew all too well how cruel and twisted Roxanne could be. After feeling his pulse and finding nothing amiss, Suzanne finally breathed a sigh of relief. "I've already tried the cake you made, so it's not like I haven't enjoyed anything you cooked." Patrick froze, suddenly understanding which cake she meant. Since arriving in Dudore, he had baked just one cake. Roxanne had requested that he make it for her birthday. With his passion and skill for baking, Patrick didn't hesitate to say yes. Considering Suzanne had already eaten the cake and was now in disguise, there wasn't much left to be uncertain about. He knew that his house arrest was likely a ploy to draw Suzanne out. Patrick's calm demeanor finally gave way to unease. He