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.

pulled her close, pressing her against the wall, and their

forehead touching

cheeks warm, Cecilia lightly

it together; we’re in

Mark straightened up,

they reached the

almost a different person as he began

intended to share a few more drinks with you, but my wife just returned

collect me; we have some

My apologies.

hush spread

face drained of

assuming Mark was referring to

a

daughter of the influential Fowler

or

greeting her warmly,

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