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.

was a precious opportunity

couldn’t be away in

yet they hadn’t been able to really be together for more

Mark’s heart softened.

lowered his head and ki*sed her

&

her skin beneath the quilt, igniting an

unintentionally, he was a

rested

the lingering warmth of their

her, as tenderly as

them wanted

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

smiled and said, “What do

her closer into his

against his heart,

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