Chapter 2923

To her, Marcus was now like a distant moon, unattainable and not to be pondered upon.

She phoned the breakfast shop owner in Warsew.

The proprietress, sensing Melissa’s ordeal, offered no questions.

She simply welcomed Melissa back to work.

Melissa’s thanks came softly, tinged with relief.

After a pause, the proprietress advised, “Don’t overthink.

Your job awaits your return.

Melissa had planned to return to Warsew that afternoon, but her departure was unexpectedly delayed.

A knock at the door broke the silence.

Opening it, she encountered a stranger, a man who appeared respectable.

He greeted her with a warm smile.

Melissa Brown,

I’m Thomas Smith.

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mention of ‘Smith’ had Melissa quickly

against it, her

alarmed – why would the Smith family be

was the younger

Outside, Thomas remained patient.

connection

half-hour wait, Melissa finally

greeted her

should call me

a chat,

found themselves in

Melissa’s expression was blank.

my parents as

Mr.

who

don’t seek me

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