In the latter part, it seemed that Millie was assuring herself more than anyone else.

The plush carpet had cushioned the pen’s fall. It looked intact from the outside, but Millie remained concerned. She carefully removed the pen cap and inspected the pen’s nib, the most fragile part.

She had a bit of savings, but replacing this pen would certainly be beyond her means.

Millie lowered her gaze and held her breath.

“No, it’s not damaged.” The nib was just fine. Millie could hardly contain her joy.

She was all cheer, moving about excitedly on Marcus’ lap.

“See, it’s not broken!”

that he had no reason to

phone began

“Pass me my phone.”

“Sure.”

the vibrating device from the table and

his finger across the screen, Marcus held the phone to

“Hello.”

pretty late, and you’re still up.

sleeping, can you

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