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.

precious opportunity for them to spend

couldn’t be away

hadn’t been able

Mark’s heart softened.

lowered his head

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contours of her skin beneath the

was a bit more intense

she rested softly against

basked in the lingering

tenderly as if handling

them wanted

face and asked in a hushed tone, “Uncle Mark, why

and said, “What

he pulled her closer

heart, her pulse

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