Chapter: 196

Millie pivoted her gaze towards the distant landscape, cupping her cheeks in contemplation.

Marcus’ patience was wearing thin, and he realized that Millie’s fiery temperament was in part a product of his own tolerance.

With a firm grip, he held Millie’s shoulder and hoisted her up, his voice laden with reproach. “Why the tantrum? Remember, you kicked someone into the lake! Do you really think it wouldn’t have any consequences?”

The vice-like grip on her shoulder felt painful. Were his hands crafted from iron?

Caught on the back foot, Millie felt compelled to protest, her glossy dark eyes radiating frustration. “I don’t owe you an explanation. | didn’t invite you here. I let Derek know that I wasn’t hungry, so I planned to skip lunch. What are you still doing here? Your high and mighty talk seems to be just a cover to torment me until my shoulders crumble.”

face was contorted

more refined whenever she

discomfort, his resolve wavered. He eased the pressure on her

you’ve finally decided to speak up. Have you decided to

me! Of course, I’m going to

encircling Millie’s head. It

your concern. Please spare yourself the embarrassment of meddling. Even if I were in excruciating pain, I wouldn’t accept a penny from you for medication.” Millie lifted

you’ve been bitten by ants. You’re overreacting,

drawing Millie against his sturdy chest. Cradling her

had torn it from a

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