The line went dead. Clutching her phone, Millie regarded her half-eaten food with a bitter mien.

Patrick inquired, “Who was that?”

Standing up, Millie replied hurriedly, “I’m sorry, but I have to leave now. Enjoy your meal.”

Patrick also rose. “Allow me to accompany you. I’ve finished eating.”

Shaking her head, Millie declined, saying, “Thank you, but no need. Someone is waiting for me. Please continue your meal.”

Hurrying out of the restaurant, Millie reached Marcus’ car, her fingers clenching the door handle as she inquired, “Why are you here?”

“Get in.”

anger, Millie experienced

Patrick, who stood some ten meters away. A cold gleam flickered

seriously? Are

with another man, one who

guilty, despite the lack of

here to visit my grandmother.

you dine with

Millie.

didn’t quite grasp his implications, Marcus’ agitation escalated.

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