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.”

an unyielding gesture. Despite the faint flush of

onto Marcus’

indulge yourself; I’m well-stocked with

air grew taut, and Millie pressed her lips together. Bruce appeared weighed

at Millie, then diverted his gaze, a faint, awkward smile

case, I’ll

Angela’s Library

heel and departed. Marcus

Marcus roused from his reverie,

move inside,” he

“Sure.”

delving deeper. If he desired to share his

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