“It’s daytime, and the weather is lovely. If you have nothing better to do, why not go for a walk?”

Relieved to see them separate, Celeste made her way into the hall.

Marcus, however, reached for Millie’s hand and led her to the Living room to greet his mother.

“Why are you here?” Marcus asked, noticing Celeste’s scrutiny of their joined hands and her visible annoyance.

“I’m here for a reason,” Celeste replied, taking a seat. Her face twisted into a frown as she observed the couple’s closeness.

“Millie, go make me a cup of tea.”

Millie nodded and motioned for Marcus to release her hand. He did so, reluctantly, and she hurried to the kitchen.

going on?” Marcus inquired,

Celeste’s voice softened.

Are you

“I’m fine.”

cared deeply for Marcus, but he

came to me yesterday, in tears. She said she’s endured many humiliations in the Barker family, and I felt for her.

it on herself. Why should anyone feel sorry

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his voice

tears as insincere crocodile

hurt Millie, he wouldn’t have taken such drastic

Now that Darin is disabled, it’s tragic for Rhea to remain with him,”

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