NovelEnglishUpon hearing Millie’s voice, etched with concern, Marcus found solace.
“I’LL be back shortly.”
Unexpectedly, Kaya’s hand alighted upon his arm, her tone soft and coquettish.
“Mr. Thomas, I feel itchy.”
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Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtMillie lapsed into silence at this disclosure.
In that moment, Marcus’ gaze darted toward Kaya, suffused with an unmistakable murderous intent.
Millie bit her lower lip, grappling with a surge of emotions. Why had he chosen to remain in the company of another woman? And what exchanges had transpired between them? Despite her reluctance to admit it, the tendrils of jealousy took root.
Marcus attempted to provide an explanation to Millie, but words eluded him.
“Please don’t misconstrue this. I’ll be back shortly.”
Was this truly his explanation? Millie huffed in derision.
“Apologies for the interruption. I’m heading out for dinner.”
Marcus’ countenance creased with foreboding. His predicament was unmistakable.
“I’m having a drink. Cto retrieve me. I’ll send you my location.”
As Millie’s inclination leaned towards a refusal, Marcus preemptively terminated the call.
“Hello.”
Having disconnected the call, Millie clutched the phone, brimming with ire.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmThe familiar soft, delicate voice resounded—a voice Millie recognized.
She hesitated about fetching him, compelled by pique. In consequence, she fashioned herself a modest dinner in the kitchen.
After hand-washing, her curiosity outweighed her aversion.
Despite her initial resolve to abstain from picking him up, Millie harbored a burgeoning curiosity about the woman accompanying him.
Within the vehicle, an air of chilliness prevailed.
Kaya swallowed, her voice a trembling whisper.
“Mr. Thomas,” Kaya’s voice quavered as she spoke, “I was merely bitten by mosquitoes.”
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