The man of the house moved to answer it, curiosity in his eyes.

“Who might you be?” he inquired, opening the door.

Derek, his face drawn with concern, presented a photo of Millie, asking with barely restrained urgency, “Excuse the intrusion, but we’re searching for this woman. Have you seen her?”

Recognition dawned in the man’s eyes, and he nodded, excitement overtaking his features.

“she is here, in my house.”

Upon hearing the man’s confirmation, Marcus’ stride became purposeful as he crossed the threshold into the house.

is she? Lead me to her, now!” he

man of the house, momentarily taken aback by Marcus’

he explained, “I’m

of relief washed over the man’s face. “Oh, I understand. Please, follow

from the cold but

swift steps, the man guided Marcus and Derek to

the bedroom, striding with

a local

saving… me,” she managed to

figure, imposing even as it was wrapped in an aura of cold, caught Millie’s eyes. She faltered for a

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