Chapter 1072
Comella cared the world for Skyler. There was no way she would do anything to embarrass her. Marcus saw through her, âComelia, donât sweat what other people think Just go with your gut.â Comelia chuckled a bit, âBut opinions matter. Weâre in a world where few can really do as they please.â
Could others do it or not? Comelia didnât know. All she knew was that she couldnât.
And she guessed Skyler probably couldnât either.
Marcus said, âLetâs roll.â
âSureâ Cornelia glanced at Ayden.
Ayden had been with Marcus for way longer than she knew him. Because Marcus had always shown her respect, Ayden had treated her the same way
On the other hand, Dr. Dawson, despite being with Marcus for years, got fired for disrespecting him.
Zavierâs bodyguard dared belittle Skyler, disrespect Skyler, which only meant Zavier had never shown Skyler the respect she deserved in front of his subordinates.
At this moment, Cornelia was both heartbroken for Skyler and felt helpless. She wanted to help Skyler, but didnât know how. Because Zavier was Skylerâs husband, many people saw whatever harm he did to Skyler as their private business, none otherâs beeswax. Just like when many victims of domestic violence sought help, people would say it was a family matter, and outsiders shouldnât poke their noses into it.
Corneliaâs helplessness stemed from this environment.
They didnât eat much at dinner, feeling down in the dumps.
On their way home, Marcus asked Cornelia, âYou still up for some grub?â
Cornelia had been thinking about Skyler and didnât have much appetite. But she knew she couldnât go on like this, so she said, âIâve got a hankering for Buffalo wings Thereâs a joint near our place.â
Marcus said, âYou navigate, Ill drive.â
Cornelia, âSure.â
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Before long, they reached their destination. Marcus parked the car on the side of the road, then went to the restaurant with Cornelia.
It was past the dinner rush, and the restaurant was about to close. Cornelia quickly ordered two dishes, her favorite Buffalo wings and grilled lobster.
The lobster was not spicy, specially chosen for Marcus. But Marcus barely touched it Feeling a bit awkward, Cornelia said, âYou pick the place next time. Iâm not fussy, I can chow down on anythingâ
Marcus said, âIâm just not hungry today. Itâs not about the food.â
Cornelia looked at Marcus seriously, âYouâve been looking offâcolor all night. How about we have Dr. Lester check you out later?â
Chapter 1073
Marcus said, âIâm fine.â