With her face flushed, Millie buried her head in his arms. She was pleasantly surprised by his swift return, realizing that their marriage might not be in such bad shape. He still cared for her.

Perhaps he had merely been consumed by work.

Aware that she smelled particularly alluring, thanks to the fragrant skin care cream she had applied earlier, Millie clutched Marcus’ coat, tiptoes, gently smooth stood on and kissed his neck.

Unable to restrain himself any longer, Marcus swept Millie into his arms and carried her to the bed.

Bathed in the soft glow of a light yellow bedside Lamp, the woman beneath Marcus looked as appealing as a ripe peach. Gently brushing away a stray lock of hair from her face, he found himself captivated by her beautiful lips. His black eyes sparkled, reflecting her image within them.

Marcus found himself astonished by this unexpected side of Millie, considering her a hidden treasure.

With wide, innocent eyes, Millie looked up at him.

moment, Marcus

take a shower. You go to bed first,” he said, before making

Millie lay there, puzzled.

from the bathroom, Marcus’ eyes no longer held the same

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Did this mean that she was indeed

nearly an hour to find

Marcus carefully leaned over and nestled her head

cheek, he silently reassured her, “Idiot, I’m just injured. I

was still affected by that night’s events. She began leaving early and returning late, avoiding Marcus’ car and eating dinner alone.

after coming home, she received an urgent message

out. Hurry up. I’m near

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