Marcus pivoted, surveying those present. Their discussion had provided him with a rough understanding of the situation. His gaze settled on Hans, an edge of intensity piercing through. Turning to Millie, he took her hand and addressed the assembly with gentleness.

“Hello, everyone. I’m Marcus, Millie’s husband. It’s a pleasure to meet you all. I’ve prepared some gifts for each of you.”

With a press of a button, the expansive trunk of the Rolls-Royce unfurled, brimming with exquisite gift boxes.

“one for each person, Please, help yourselves.

“Gifts? Let me take a look.”

“A golden necklace. Solid gold.

“What? A golden necklace? Count me in.”

“Me too!”

moments, Marcus’ offerings were

is the Thomas family the most prominent in Preagend? I’ve heard rumors that their wealth knows no

at this display. It certainly seems so. Who would have thought Millie would marry into such an illustrious family? Education truly pays off. Without her schooling, she wouldn’t have captured the affections of someone of means. Wealthy

felt as if he’d been slapped across the face, his complexion

of gifts, Marcus sealed the trunk and

take our leave for now.

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courtesy.

its departure, leaving a crowd in

Approaching Laurel, he seethed with a blend of anger and

meaning of this? Didn’t you claim that

her husband would actually come. My comment was in jest.

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