Chapter 2999

The store manager, sensing the shift in atmosphere, intervened with a stern glance that quelled further gossip.

He was adept at handling such situations, quickly providing refreshments like orange juice, coffee, and a fruit plate for their VIP guests.

The store was even temporarily closed to the public to ensure their privacy.

Marcus, no stranger to such deference, remained nonchalant.

Julie, however, found herself caught between amusement and concern, worried about Melissa’s

reaction to their extravagant shopping spree.

Over coffee, Marcus mentioned casually, “She ought to be informed sooner or later.

His approach wasn’t about keeping secrets from Melissa, rather, he aimed to establish a bond with Matthew on their terms.

Fifteen minutes later, Sylvia made her way into the store, her arrival marked by a slight complaint about Marcus’s choice of location.

boy bearing a striking resemblance to

breath in surprise, Sylvia’s

toy on

curious, broke the

“Where’s his mother?”

late,” Marcus replied

the conversation about his mother, flashed Sylvia

at work,”

charmed by

Sylvia remembered her mission, proceeding to handle the transaction with a mix of efficiency and

to caution the shop assistants

approached Matthew, squatting down to his level

new faces, greeted her

observed, “He bears a

soft smile graced Marcus’

interrupted the moment,

Marcus gently ran his fingers

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