Her inner thoughts seemed to reflect on her face.

On the way back, Mark tried to console her, but deep down, he wrestled with the idea of sending her back to Duefron first.

After all, with his status, openly showing up with her before their relationship was officially confirmed to the public posed risks that could greatly impact Cecilia.

He always kept his emotions hidden.

However, Cecilia could discern what he was contemplating.

That night, as they lay in bed together, she nestled softly in his arms and whispered, “I won’t go anywhere! Please don’t send me back to Duefron, okay?”

Mark lowered his gaze and looked at her wordlessly.

Cecilia wrapped her arms around his neck and murmured, “I want to stay here.

this was a precious opportunity for them

couldn’t be away in

hadn’t been able

Mark’s heart softened.

head and ki*sed her

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the contours of her skin beneath the quilt,

was a bit more intense

rested

bodies basked in the lingering

tenderly as

of them wanted to

and asked in a hushed tone, “Uncle

smiled and said,

he pulled her

heart, her pulse

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