Louis’ fingers briefly massaged his temples in a contemplative gesture. “Thank you.

The practice of midday slumber is ingrained in me. Without this restful interlude, a drowsy haze might cloud my speech. The venue is now your domain.”

Louis’ departure left Millie and Marcus in a corridor bathed in silence, his face inscrutable.

Millie’s heart was an uncertain drum. Was his anger a storm born of Louis’ words?

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Marcus’ response was silence, a turned back, and retreating footsteps.

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