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.

enveloped Mark and Cecilia, their

past, their connection was primarily physical, a fervent urgency underpinning

palpable estrangement

the night deepened, Mark

more to

Cecilia harbored no illusions.

shared life; pretense was unnecessary when he suggested they converse in

to the dishes,

by the window, initiating a call home,

faint, a stark contrast to

a brief conversation, she ended the call, her gaze falling

unease overtook

she was with a man for the first time, nervously adjusting her crimson silk

Look stunning,”

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