Following her class, Millie returned to her hotel room, brewing a cup of tea to quell the turmoil in her heart.

The thought that Marcus had glimpsed the contents of her bag kept her from finding calm.

The door swung open, and Marcus entered the room, his gaze falling upon Millie holding a teacup. He used his foot to shut the door behind him.

Millie was taken aback. Hadn’t he gone to the office for work today? “Would you Like some tea? I can make you a cup,” Millie offered, her voice slightly unsteady under his gaze.

Accepting the tea, Marcus took a sip while his eyes remained fixated on her.

“Where’s the item?”

cheeks warm with embarrassment, Millie sought to divert the conversation by saying, “I don’t understand what you’re referring to. I need to step out for

that day, she

concealed

but the thought of someone discovering it made her hesitant to

leave. He leaned against the edge of

wearing it?” he inquired, alluding to

face against his chest, a mixture of bashfulness and

me. I’m

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Millie persist in her refusal, Marcus’ resolve

Millie, with an assertive push, distanced herself from him, advancing toward her luggage. There, within its confines, nestled a box

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