As she finished speaking, she noticed an impish smile playing on Marcus
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lips.
In Marcusâ mind, he would rather see her angry than downcast.
Millie was puzzled.
What was he finding so amusing?
âTwo days ago, you had a skin allergy, so I didnât want to tire you out.
But you just ate a lot, so you must be full of energy now.
â
Millie failed to understand his meaning.
Marcus seized the opportunity to lift her up and strode upstairs.
Millieâs strong-willed nature was something Marcus found difficult to overcome, except when she was in bed.
There, all her resilience and obstinacy seemed to vanish.
Marcus kicked the door closed, leaving behind only Millieâs faint and soft protest.
âScoundrel, I had porridge tonight.
Iâm not full at allâ¦â
The following day, as Kaya was buying breakfast near the school, she was suddenly yanked into a car.
âWho are you?â
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No one responded.
Instead, a piece of cloth was shoved into her mouth, and the car sped away
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Upon Marcusâ arrival at the company, Derek had already uncovered everything.
On the top floor of the Thomas Group, Kaya stood to one side.
The morning sun filled the office, but she dared not meet anyoneâs gaze.
She had never anticipated that Marcus would punish her.
Regret washed over her.
She should have known better than to think she could manipulate Marcus.
When she was brought here, the glint of a knife had grazed her face.
A tall man yelled in her ear, âTell me, how did you obtain Mr.
Thomasâs whereabouts?â
The cold blade against her skin terrified her.
She was scared out of her mind.
Falling to her knees, she begged, âPlease, donât hurt me.
Iâll tell you everything.
I can even draw a picture of the person.
â
Her university studies in design had made her skilled at drawing, and she quickly produced a portrait.