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 laughter erupted

men to lack culinary prowess.” Grace’s voice, laden

exchange, Millie’s gaze caught Marcus, his eyes

as she realized

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

array of dishes on the table. Meanwhile, Marcus lingered in the courtyard, an enigma of his

into the open air, Millie found Marcus, his voice concluding a conversation as she arrived. She graced the threshold with

as though Marcus inhabited a world apart, his attention seemingly lost in the distant horizon,

settled within Millie, a shadow of unease cast upon their

Millie’s thoughts, insisting that a subtle shift had transpired within Marcus subsequent to their telephone exchange. Approaching Marcus, Millie ventured softly,

depth that echoed unspoken

bewilderment, the sudden shroud of Marcus’