The senior executives, not to be outdone, continued their friendly banter and complaints.

Engrossed in the display, Millie barely noticed when one of the senior leaders raised his voice.

“Let’s target Mrs. Thomas. She’s with them, and she can’t run as fast,” he called out mischievously.

What?

Millie’s eyes opened wide, a feeling of bewilderment washing over her. She wasn’t even part of the Thomas Group. Why lump her in with Marcus and Derek?

The senior executives, seizing the moment, shifted their focus and began to close in on Millie.

the

prepare

She realized that if she

call a halt to the game. But Millie, quick as arabbit, darted toward him, seeking refuge behind his tall

she pleaded, her voice a

waist, Marcus stood frozen

hurled a fresh barrage

in surprise, but his face showing no anger. He realized that she had instinctively sought protection behind him in a moment

this mean she saw him as her

strange sensation stirred in Marcus’ chest, and his heart skipped a beat. He wrapped his arms securely around her waist and spoke

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