Chapter: 141

Millie’s physical strength waned, unable to sustain the burden of Marcus any longer, while their pursuers remained only a comer away from catching up.

“Disregard me, and make your escape swiftly,” Marcus anxiously urged.

His uncle, Brock Thomas, possessed a cunning and treacherous nature, someone who wouldn’t hesitate to inflict harm upon even his own nephew. If Millie were captured, she could potentially become a pawn, threatening Marcus and subjecting her to unspeakable torture.

And now, there was only one thought dominating Marcus’ mind—never would he allow anyone to bring harm upon Millie.

Millie swiftly surveyed their surroundings and guided Marcus to conceal themselves in the stairwell.

did my words not reach your ears?” Marcus, leaning against the

of strength within his weary

him with intensity. Yet she was not naive and recognized that he feared for her safety, deliberately urging her

hearts of the two, causing Millie

me? Your reluctance to part ways—do you wish to stay by

Flirtation filled Marcus’ eyes.

jacket and draped it upon herself, not uttering a word. Then, with nimble movements, she kicked off her own shoes and

actions caused

you doing?” he

will go and divert their attention while you seek a means of rescue,” Millie replied resolutely. She retrieved a

“No!” Marcus demanded.

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