Rosalie rejected River’s offer without hesitation. “I wouldn’t dare to hold your hand. I don’t want you accusing me of molesting you and asking me to take responsibility. I can’t afford to bear the consequences.”

So what if she was wearing heels?

It was not as if she had not worn them before.

She also wore heels to work on a regular basis. She simply changed into sneakers when she had to drive.

There were always a pair of sneakers and sandals prepared in her car.

River smiled. “I guess you’re not giving me a chance even when I’m being this gentlemanly once in a while.

“Okay. You can take your time. I’ll head off first. Old Mr. Lafayette and Mr. Lambert are close acquaintances. I believe Old Mr. Lafayette would’ve arrived early.”

Indeed, Rosalie’s grandfather had arrived at the Lamberts’ residence quite some time ago.

He and Mr. Lambert were close friends.

River was hinting to Rosalie that he could not guarantee what he would not tell Old Mr. Lafayette if he were to enter the