Chapter 641

Outside, Charles took off his suit jacket and draped it over Yvonne's shoulders. "It's getting cold. Be careful not to catch a chill."

Yvonne smiled up at him. "I'm not cold. You should wear it."

"Keep it on. Your health is fragile. If you get sick again, I'll be worried," Charles said as he adjusted her clothes, his deep eyes filled with warmth and affection.

Knowing how insistent he could be, Yvonne did not argue. When the driver brought the car around, Charles opened the rear door and helped her in.

Just as she was getting settled, a clear and urgent voice called out, "Wait a minute."

Yvonne turned to see a young girl in a dress running towards them, lifting her skirt as she hurried. Before she could get a good look at the girl's face, Charles had already pushed her gently into the car.

His tone, though still gentle, had a cold edge to it. "Get in first. I'll be back shortly." He shut the door and walked briskly towards the girl.

"Excuse me, miss, do you need something?" Cha