CHAPTER 27 Knots And Odds Gerald asked permission from Drake to have a day off since they would be going to the gathering later that night. He was planning to take Leila out so they could spend some time alone. The past days were very busy as he had been the personal driver and bodyguard of the couple. Drake permits him and so he immediately made preparations to leave as soon as he can. While preparing he called Leila's number to ask if she would be allowed by Leo to go out with him as Leo would not need Leila's assistance later in the gathering. Leila put down the phone receiver for a while and asked for permission. Gerald was a bit surprised when permission was granted without further ado. No questions asked or whatever. He just dismissed the odd reaction of Leo to Leila asking for

