Rhea’s face fell, hurt by Marcus’ desire to dismiss her as soon as she arrived.

“Are you still mad about last night? I’m truly sorry. I had no idea you were on the phone with Millie. If she misunderstood anything, I’ll go and apologize to her right now.”

Despite her words, she had actually done it deliberately.

“You don’t need to do that,” Marcus replied.

He knew that if Rhea went to find Millie, it would reveal that his wound was not healing. This information would cause unnecessary worry.

Marcus’ face turned grim, and he began to focus on the documents on his desk, paying no attention to Rhea. Left standing alone, embarrassment washed over Rhea, and she walked out of the room silently.

her way toward Celeste. Marcus’ indifference had stung her, and she resolved to

take long for Rhea

to see Marcus

immediately showed concern as she asked, “How is he? Has he gotten

getting worse.” Rhea shook

furrowed in worry. As her only son, Marcus’ well-being was her top priority, and she

mentioned that you were going to drive

questioned, recalling the day Celeste had gone to the temple to inquire about Millie’s fortune. She had even witnessed Celeste trying to

there had

indeed confronted Millie, only to be met with

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