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.

ensuing silence enveloped Mark and

the past, their connection was primarily physical, a fervent urgency underpinning their interactions, leaving little room for verbal

a palpable

night deepened, Mark proposed, “Stay

have more to

Cecilia harbored no illusions.

intimacy and a shared life; pretense was unnecessary when he suggested they converse

to the dishes,

found solace by the window, initiating a call home,

was faint, a stark contrast to the

conversation, she ended the call, her gaze falling upon

unease

man for the first time, nervously

Look stunning,” Mark

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