“You…” Celeste’s anger bubbled up, leaving her heart pounding.

“I visited the temple days ago to inquire about your and Millie’s fortunes. A master told me that you two are opposites.”

“What temple?”

Marcus’ voice cut sharply through Celeste’s words, making it clear he didn’t want to hear more.

Encouraged by Marcus’ inquiry, thinking he was interested, Celeste quickly said, “I wouldn’t go to just any ordinary temple. I went to the largest and most renowned temple in Preagend.”

“The largest temple in Preagend? I understand. I’ll have this so- called holiest temple in Preagend torn down. Our family donates a significant amount of money to them every year, and they say this about us? It has no reason to exist.”

“Nonsense!” Celeste burst out, her face a mask of fury.

that moment, Millie arrived, nervously

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have some

“I’m Leaving.”

her bag and

Millie stood rooted to the spot. In the span of just a few minutes, Celeste

down to sit

me the tea.

walked over, put his arms around her waist, and sipped the

him, confusion in her

were you talking about tearing down?

temple claims we’re against each other. I don’t

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