NovelEnglishChapter 373: Gerry approached, balancing two glasses of wine in his hands.
He played his usual card.
"This is the finest wine you'll encounter today, believe me! And there's only this single bottle.
I made sure to pour a glass for each of you." Alicia couldn't help but smirk slightly.
She wondered why he had chosen to serve them such fine wine.
After the so-called "rare" dessert, could there really be such a thing as "rare good wine"? She found it hard to swallow.
She extended her hand to take the glass.
"Mr.
Hopkins, where did this exquisite wine cfrom? Did it cstraight from the tap?" Gerry maintained a serious demeanor.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"This is truly fine wine, I promise.
If I'm lying, may Caden remain single for eternity." Alicia stared at him in disbelief.
Not far away, Caden felt an inexplicable chill creeping down his spine.
Alicia realized that Gerry had approached to gather information for Caden.
Concerned about offending Blake, she planned to bid him farewell, but Gerry beat her to it, greeting Blake with unexpected warmth.
"You seem new around here.
May I ask who you are?" Blake smiled.
"I'm not from here.
I just arrived a few days ago.
Everyone talks about how wonderful Warrington is, so I decided to ccheck it out.” "Then consideryour guide! I know this place like the back of my hand.
I can show you around in a few days when I'm free.” With that, Gerry effortlessly added Blake on WhatsApp.
Blake played along seamlessly.
With their friendly banter, they quickly formed a superficial friendship.
"Mr.
Langstaff, do you happen to be married?" Gerry asked, his tone light and casual.
Blake replied, "I'm not currently." Gerry pressed on, "But you're so charming and kind.
I bet you treat your girlfriend exceptionally well." Blake held back a smile.
"I'm flattered, Mr.
Hopkins.
I actually just ended a relationship last month." He continued, "I was feeling down about it, so I decided to take a trip to clear my mind." Gerry was cautious in his approach.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm"No need to worry.
Beautiful women are abundant in Warrington.
Just letshow you around, and you'll find yourself charmed by at least ten in three minutes." Blake remained silent, but Alicia had reached her limit.
"Mr.
Hopkins, why don't you and Blake continue your conversation? I need to take a walk." "Leaving so soon? You haven't even tasted the wine yet." Gerry feigned innocence, reaching for the glass.
Alicia gasped as red wine spilled all over her dress.
Startled, she quickly grabbed a napkin, dabbing at the stain imahn attempt to contain her frustration. Unfortunately, the pristine white dress was now marred by the spill.
Gerry played his role perfectly.
"Oh dear! My mistake! There's a room upstairs with snew dresses.
Allowto escort you to change." Blake's brow furrowed in disapproval.
While he wasn't entirely sure of the nature of Gerry and Alicia's om relationship it was clear to him that Gerry had ulterior motives.
Without hesitation, Blake removed Lin frontaf his jacket and stepped in f Gerry, draping it over Alicia's shoulders.
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