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.

that. I have something

seeing the earnest expression on

“Go ahead, Derek.”

truth is, I didn’t see Rhea

revelation took Millie

me because you

must’ve seen something. If you want to express gratitude, he’s the one

Marcus was so livid, he could’ve

would he have

head in the orchard and asked if

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