Chapter 185

Percy spoke softly. "Alice, do you think Uncle Xavier might be interested in someone much younger?" Alice shot him an annoyed glance. "Since when is Uncle Xavier old? He's just higher in rank. He's only three years older than me." Tired of the conversation, Alice noticed Xavier getting into his car and said, "We should hurry and follow him!" Scarlett immediately spotted two large sunflower bouquets when she stepped into the car. The driver, Henry Basom, explained, "Ms. Quinn, these are from Mr. Stroud for you and Mr. Percy. He was in a rush earlier and forgot to take them with him." Scarlett was delighted by the gesture. She picked up one of the bouquets and cradled it, feeling a warm sense of joy and contentment spread through her chest. A moment later, Xavier climbed into the car as well. Scarlett was about to thank him, but remembering the playful flick on her forehead, she smiled instead and said, "Mr. Stroud, I really like this bouquet." Xavier nodded and asked, "Where