Burning Passion: Love Never Die

In a humble retort, Millie replied, “No, he carries his own imperfections. Perfection eludes us all

“Even Marcus possesses flaws? Pray, what are they?”

Grace’s inquisitiveness surged, disbelief mingling with her desire not to miss out on this savory revelation.

Millie’s gaze alighted upon Marcus, engrossed in his work, a hint of hesitation weaving through her thoughts. Aware of Grace’s knack for delving deep, she treaded cautiously.

What vulnerabilities rested within Marcus’ being? Millie’s fingers absently traced her neck, her mind wrestling to conjure an answer. In the end, she fabricated a random imperfection,

“Take for instance his inability to cook, a glaring flaw. Culinary prowess is a vital aptitude, particularly in these rustic lands. A maiden bereft of culinary skill faces hurdles in securing a marital bond. Accusations of indolence and inept household management would inevitably arise.”

Yet, having uttered those words, Millie remained oblivious to their applicability in Marcus’ case.

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opposite end of the line, Grace’s

It’s commonplace for men to lack culinary

eyes carrying a pensive musing as

her as she realized she had just nitpicked at his

Millie answered, a note of finality gracing her words. Having bid farewell to the call,

as she placed the artful array of dishes on the table. Meanwhile, Marcus lingered in

Millie found Marcus, his voice concluding a conversation as she arrived. She graced the threshold with her presence

a world apart, his attention seemingly lost in the distant

a shadow of unease cast upon their proximity. Could he have overheard her dialogue

subtle shift had transpired within Marcus subsequent to their telephone exchange. Approaching Marcus,

sidelong glance bore a depth that echoed

moment of astonished bewilderment, the sudden shroud of