Chapter 2020

And Elaine, to Cecilia’s dismay, had taken a seat right beside Mark.

Feeling slighted, Cecilia believed she should show Mark a hint of her displeasure.

Mark was well-acquainted with Cecilia’s moods.

He found them more charming than irritating.

With a gentle yet firm grip, he took her hand.

“Come with me,” he urged softly, “An important business associate is here.

Let’s greet them before we leave.

Before she could protest, he guided her along.

In the midst of their walk, Mark gave in to an impulse.

her against the wall,

uneven, he leaned in, his forehead

warm, Cecilia lightly nudged

together; we’re in

Mark straightened up, leading her

they reached

shifted, making him seem almost a different

few more drinks with you, but my wife just returned

came to collect me; we have some matters to sort

My apologies.

hush spread across

face drained of

appeared worried, assuming Mark was referring to Cecilia as his

behind Mark, a

the eldest daughter of the influential Fowler

or another,

promptly stood, greeting

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