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.”

was evident, yet Bruce’s hand remained extended in an unyielding gesture. Despite the faint flush of

of frigidity etched itself onto Marcus’ lips as he turned

reclaim it and indulge yourself; I’m

lips together. Bruce appeared

at Millie, then diverted his gaze, a faint,

case,

Angela’s Library

sense of desolation, Bruce turned on his heel and departed. Marcus watched his retreat,

his reverie,

inside,”

“Sure.”

explanation, and Millie refrained from delving deeper. If he desired to share

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