Millie returned at that moment, carrying the purchased food. She found Marcus standing by the window, seemingly lost in thought.

Quietly, she set down the food and approached him, slipping her arms around his waist from behind.

“Honey, Derek will definitely get better. Don’t worry,” she whispered, understanding the depth of Marcus’ concern for Derek.

Marcus turned, grasping her delicate hand and pressing a kiss to it, a hint of her fragrance lingering on his Lips.

“Where did you go just now?” he asked.

“I went to buy food. Come over quickly and eat,” Millie replied, a playful smile on her lips. She broke away from him and reached for the bag containing the meal.

Marcus’ heart swelled with affection at her thoughtfulness. He took the bag from her, setting it on a nearby table. Then he guided her towards the bed.

bed and have a good sleep. Don’t worry about me,”

his own needs, Marcus’ concern was for Millie. He wanted her to rest, to be spared

bed, and she obeyed without protest, lying down with a trusting

as Marcus was about to leave, Millie reached out, grabbing his hand, and gazed at him with

leave. He paused,

good sleep, honey. I’m going to eat,” he told

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her eyes closing as a smile played on

the room before his eyes found Millie sleeping

Sit down and let’s eat together,” Marcus said in a

evident as he picked up utensils and surveyed the

Harlan looked up and asked, “Do we have

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