Derek looked over his shoulder to ensure Marcus was out of earshot. He could tell Marcus was genuinely upset this time.

There seemed to be something Marcus felt for Millie, yet she gave him nothing in return.

With a determined look, Derek turned his attention to Millie. “Madame, are you enjoying your porridge?” he asked.

Millie paused for a moment. Did Derek want some too?

“It’s good. Would you like a bowl? I can get you one,” she said.

She remembered Derek helping her out once. It felt right to return the favor and get him some porridge.

it’s not that. I have something

the earnest expression on Derek’s

“Go ahead, Derek.”

Rhea

took Millie

it then? Did you help me because you thought I’m a good

Mr. Thomas who told me to say it. He must’ve seen something. If you want to express gratitude, he’s the one you should be thanking,”

was so livid,

would he

the injury on her head in the orchard and asked if it was Rhea’s doing, did he know

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