Millie cast her gaze down, torn between the two. Their relationship seemed to be growing more strained.

Marcus exuded an icy and aloof demeanor, while Bruce ventured forth with cautious steps.

“Starting now, it would be wise for you to maintain a certain distance from him as well.” The resonance of Marcus’ words lingered within Millie’s thoughts.

At the time, she hadn’t paid much heed to it, not delving into its meaning.

Yet now, it seemed Marcus had been quite serious.

“Marcus, I bought this wine specially for you.”

unyielding gesture. Despite the faint flush of embarrassment coloring his features, he

onto Marcus’

it and indulge yourself;

taut, and Millie pressed her lips together. Bruce appeared weighed down by something

increasingly abashed. He cast a sidelong glance at Millie, then diverted his gaze, a faint, awkward smile gracing

that case, I’ll head

Angela’s Library

Bruce turned on his heel and departed. Marcus watched his retreat, lost in

Marcus roused from his reverie, locking eyes with

move inside,” he

“Sure.”

refrained from delving deeper. If

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