Burning Passion: Love Never Die

Marcus felt grateful that he’d arrived just in time to intervene.

At the sound of Millie’s voice, Marcus’ steadfast profile subtly shifted, his eyes softening.

“I wanted to surprise you,” he explained.

In response, Millie instinctively lifted the corners of her lips. She recognized that his schedule was typically demanding, making his presence here a genuine effort.

A N G E L A ‘s L I B R A R Y

At times, Millie couldn’t shake the sense that everything unfolded with uncanny synchronicity. During their previous encounter at Snow Mountain Villa, Laurel ridiculed her with acerbic remarks. Laurel’s mockery stemmed from Humphrey’s lavish gift to Nancy-a precious bracelet. The barbs insinuated that Marcus didn’t hold the same affection for Millie.

Yet, by a twist of fate, Marcus had bestowed upon Millie an invaluable hairpin.

her, Marcus materialized like a celestial force, silencing him entirely. He had used the most

home, Marcus closed the door and pressed Millie against the

you’re to refrain from acting

Acting without notifying?

your whereabouts, particularly if

venture wherever she pleased. By the time he became aware, she was already on

absence of jest, a pang of trepidation gripped

course, honey. I’ll exercise greater mindfulness

Marcus didn’t reply, leaving Millie to wonder if her apology

would you care for a tour of

the contours of her delicate features-the elegantly arched nose, the tender curve of

a mere day apart

in broad daylight. She struggled momentarily but soon surrendered, her