Chapter 1461

"I'll pass," Terence said as he pulled the umbrella back over him at just the right time. Patrick opened an umbrella and emerged from underneath the gazebo. "Mr. Devereux, I'm grateful you dropped Chantelle home. You've got no one at home waiting for you, so don't feel bad about it. It's really just a simple meal." As Chantelle stood under the black umbrella, a gentle light from the courtyard shone down on her face, accentuating the fairness and suppleness of her skin. She looked toward Terence, unsure of whether she wanted him to accept the invitation or not. Her thoughts were in a mess. Patrick added, "Or is there something else that's of concern to you, Mr. Devereux?" Terence paused. He turned back and looked at Chantelle and Patrick. He had been feeling like there was something strange about Patrick. It was only at this moment that he realized where that feeling stemmed from. Others might not be curious about who Chantelle's ex-husband was, but as her current husband, Patr