Burning Passion: Love Never Die

“I came to invite you for a meal. I closed up shop early upon hearing your husband’s arrival and prepared a feast for you both.”

Millie attempted to politely decline, not wanting to impose on Joan’s generosity.

“Don’t worry about that. Think of me as family. It’s the first time your husband has visited the countryside. Since your grandma isn’t here, it’s my duty to extend hospitality. Let’s go.”

With a conspiratorial tone, Joan cast a glance at Marcus, who was occupied with selecting oranges in the yard.

“He’s quite the looker, isn’t he? You’ve got good taste. We’ve never seen such a dashing man in our small town before.”

Taking the compliment in stride, Millie directed Marcus‘ attention to Joan’s invitation, and he obliged.

The evening unfolded with a delicious meal at Joan’s home, complete with her renowned bread and an assortment of delectable dishes.

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the sun had not yet set, Millie seized the opportunity to give Marcus a brief tour

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with a silent nod, attentive to

for decades. Whenever I passed by her stall

smile played across Marcus’

“They were delicious.”

Millie had mentioned her meal at Joan’s place during their phone call the previous night, so he had intentionally savored

grocery store, Millie made a quick

the store. Wait here for a moment.” Positioned at the roadside, Marcus waited patiently. Passersby couldn’t help but steal glances at him, mesmerized by his striking presence. Exiting the store with her purchase, Millie unexpectedly

was Millie’s husband. Tall and robust, his magnetic

worth over a million dollars. Roland had never