NovelEnglishChapter 2056 Understanding the need for a temporary truce, Mark let her dress before they sat down for a meal.
The atmosphere was thick with unsaid words until Cecilia, gathering her courage, addressed the heart of the matter.
"Mark," she began, "your words earlier hurt.
While Peter may be a confidant, our personal life is not a topic for casual banter.
" Her voice conveyed the depth of her embarrassment, now knowing how to face Peter in the future.
Mark studied Cecilia's face, searching for any hint of emotion.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"Why did I even say that?" he mumbled, the weight of regret heavy in his voice.
"I'm really sorry.
Cecilia could sense his genuine remorse.
Why hold on to this? She thought.
Still, her mild fever and general discomfort overshadowed the situation.
She focused on her meal instead.
After a few moments of silence, Mark hesitated, and then whispered, "I already called back home.
You should stay over tonight.
Cecilia looked up sharply, determination in her eyes.
"I want to go home.
He brushed a hand over her forehead, concern evident in his eyes.
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"You're still burning up.
Just one night, okay?" She huffed, annoyance flashing across her face.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm"I don't want to.
Mark pieced together the puzzle of her mood.
Earlier, he had overshared with Ofeter about their intimate moments.
Given their fresh start, it was m probably too much, too soon. She might feel violated.
The depth in Mark's gaze intensified.
Feeling the heat rise in her cheeks, Cecilia distractedly said "l'"'[watch sTV You can clean up and then takehome.
Nodding, Mark set about tidying.
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