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.

sailed through the

Thomas, prepare for this

a flurry of snowballs hurtled toward her. She realized that if she were to be struck, she might find herself buried

But Millie, quick as arabbit, darted toward

her voice a

her hands around his waist, Marcus stood frozen for a brief moment, surprised

their chance, hurled

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

him

sensation stirred in Marcus’ chest, and his heart skipped a beat. He wrapped his arms securely around her waist and spoke with an amused yet tender

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