Marcus was stunned too.

Was his rage that obvious? Why was he jealous of Josiah for nothing? The latter had been following him since they were young.

After coughing softly, Marcus picked up the mug and took a sip of water. He stayed silent.

A pair of tiny, soft hands tucked at him.

Subsequently, the subtle scent of her body flirted with his nose.

“Hubby.” Cordelia’s voice was as soft as cotton candy. She showed a pleasing smile. “I’ll stop if you don’t like me talking about work.”

Marcus instinctively smirked. He felt better now.

“It’s not that I dislike listening to you talk about your work.” He turned his face to look at her and spoke slowly. “It’s just that you’ve been talking about Mr. Bayer the entire night. Can you talk about someone else?”

Cordelia widened her eyes. “Who do you want me to talk about?”

“Like…” He paused. “Wasn’t that ball organized by the Hamertons? Then I’m sure you heard about Mr. Z, right?”

thought about it, and a light shake of

Marcus’ eyes dimmed.

up and continued

She glanced at him before getting up to collect the washed clothes on the

know that person, nor have I met him. What does his welcome dinner have anything to

heard he’s powerful. The Hamertons control Centrolis’ economy. Many

were at the hotel. Aren’t you curious about what he looks like? You didn’t

of your mind?” Cordelia chuckled. “Why would I

they picking a wife for him at the ball?” he asked. “If you went to the ball, wouldn’t you get ahead if he

stopped the work she was doing. She frowned, lifting

such a woman

Marcus was stunned.

and would always smile at him. It was

have a husband. I’ve been

to the powerful to get ahead! I don’t care who Mr. Z is. Those men have nothing to do with me! Ever

his throat tighten. He was dying to

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