Millie questioned, “You’re so sure about it, aren’t you?” Her question revealed her doubts about Marcus’ intentions, making him realize that she believed he might be trying to absolve Celeste of any suspicion.

Frustration tinged Marcus’ tone as he answered, “With the awakening of your grandmother, all shall become clear. Place your trust in my mother.”

But Millie’s desperation persisted, and she countered, “What if my grandma can’t wake up?”

Millie’s regret soon followed, acknowledging the severity of her grandmother’s condition. Tubes and wires were intricately connected to her frail body. A somber realization dawned on her.

Millie’s gaze bore into Marcus’, her eyes imploring for understanding.

“Did you trust me? I said it wasn’t me who broke the vase. Did you trust me?”

feed the fish. Let me

his limits. Her grandmother’s life hung in the balance in the ICU, and

about revenge,”

grasped his intention. He assumed she intended to seek

scoffed, “You’re overthinking

she had intentions of seeking revenge, she wouldn’t resort to underhanded

executed her plan quite effectively.

anger, Marcus forcefully shut the door and stormed away, his heart consumed

served as a jolt, managing

voice was a faint

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