Chapter 1925

Yet, three years of silence, coupled with significant age disparities and differing social circles, had erected barriers.

Their sole mutual interest appeared to be their discussions about children.

After a brief exchange, Cecilia’s smile waned.

In a subdued tone, she requested, “When you see Miss Holt next, could you apologize on my behalf? I wasn’t at my best earlier.

“It’s on me,” Mark interjected, playfully pinching Cecilia’s cheek.

“I’ll extend your apologies.

silence enveloped Mark and Cecilia,

was primarily physical, a fervent urgency underpinning their interactions, leaving

a palpable

night deepened, Mark proposed,

have more

Cecilia harbored no illusions.

history was marked by intimacy and a shared life; pretense was

attended to the dishes, Cecilia opted for a

she found solace by the window,

voice was faint, a stark contrast to the impulsive

she ended the call, her gaze falling upon

sudden unease

man for the first time, nervously adjusting her crimson

stunning,” Mark

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