But Marcus merely added a pink box to the collection of gifts.

“Here’s my gift. Happy birthday. You all continue to celebrate. I have some matters to address, so I’ll be departing,” he stated. While he had agreed to attend, he hadn’t committed to staying.

Marcus’ intention to leave flustered Rhea. Yet she quickly composed herself, clasping Marcus’ arm and pleading with a sorrowful gaze.

“Marcus, stay for my birthday wish. I’ve been waiting for you. I want to make the wish with you here, if only for a moment, okay?”

When Rhea seized his arm, Marcus displayed clear discomfort. Sensing his unease, Rhea promptly released him. His dislike for physical contact was well established.

Still, Marcus’ silence was akin to consent. He genuinely felt indebted to the Evans family for past wrongs.

to work, instructing, “Hurry, place the

the candle placement as Rhea prepared herself in the room’s center, ready

was straightforward: she implored the heavens for Millie’s swift exit so she

“I’ve made my wish. Now,

two wine glasses and hastened to catch up with Marcus, heading for the exit. She assertively handed him

wait. Let’s toast before you

head upward, and relished a drink. Marcus had no inkling whatsoever; he glanced at the crimson fluid and lifted it

over Rhea. The drug’s potency, as

the young aristocrats and advised, “Return home early.” Rhea complied obediently

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