“I came to invite you for a meal. I closed up shop early upon hearing your husband’s arrival and prepared a feast for you both.”

Millie attempted to politely decline, not wanting to impose on Joan’s generosity.

“Don’t worry about that. Think of me as family. It’s the first time your husband has visited the countryside. Since your grandma isn’t here, it’s my duty to extend hospitality. Let’s go.”

With a conspiratorial tone, Joan cast a glance at Marcus, who was occupied with selecting oranges in the yard.

“He’s quite the looker, isn’t he? You’ve got good taste. We’ve never seen such a dashing man in our small town before.”

Taking the compliment in stride, Millie directed Marcus‘ attention to Joan’s invitation, and he obliged.

The evening unfolded with a delicious meal at Joan’s home, complete with her renowned bread and an assortment of delectable dishes.

took the initiative to assist Joan with washing the dishes before departing with

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Millie seized the opportunity to give Marcus a brief tour of the

closest friend in town. She’s

acknowledged her with a silent nod, attentive to

has been making them for decades. Whenever I passed by her stall during my school days,

smile played

“They were delicious.”

place during their phone call the previous night, so he had

they strolled past a grocery store, Millie made a quick

but steal glances at

gaze naturally turned towards Marcus, standing on the sidewalk. There was no doubt-he was Millie’s husband. Tall and robust, his magnetic charm was evident even

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