Chapter 456

The physical activity lent an invigorating glow to her, rekindling her sense of well-being.

Even as they departed, the snowfall persisted, a ceaseless flurry enfolding their departure.

Observing Millie gazing wistfully out of the window, Marcus inquired, “Do you find this place to your liking?”

“The scenery here is breathtaking,” she responded, her voice carrying an undertone of admiration.

This marked her maiden sojourn to a snowy landscape of such extended duration.

What was more, the snow at Snow Mountain Villa possessed an ethereal quality that etched its beauty into her memory.

Marcus took out his phone, navigating through the images captured by Derek.

Among them was a photograph of him strolling through the snow with Millie cradled in his arms.

Initially hesitant, Derek contemplated deleting the candidly captured snapshot, fearing Marcus’ reproach. Derek’s familiarity with

Marcus informed him of his aversion to being captured in candid moments.

Despite the impulse to erase this photographic gem, Derek garnered the courage to unveil it before Marcus. surprisingly, Marcus

withheld his censure, allowing a weighty silence to linger before eventually beseeching Derek to share the image.

As their vehicle traversed their villa’s entrance, Gemma dashed forward to greet them.

“Mrs. Thomas, you've returned at last. Isn’t Snow Mountain Villa a spectacle to behold?”

Millie nodded, though a trace of ruefulness lingered. She should have taken Gemma to the voyage.

“Indeed, its splendor is unmatched. Moreover, these local delicacies are yours to savor.”

She mused that future trips would surely include the inquisitive Gemma as her companion.

Millie retrieved a box of wild mushrooms from the car’s interior, offering them to Gemma. Another box was offered to Ethan, who

was occupied inspecting the vehicle.

“Ethan, this is a token from Snow Mountain Villa, a taste of its distinctiveness.”

Expressing gratitude, Ethan accepted the offering with surprise. He hadn’t anticipated such a gesture from Millie, and her

kindness struck a chord within him.

Stirred by the commotion outdoors, Celeste emerged from the threshold, her presence commanding attention.

Asubtle roll of her eyes was directed Millie’s way, a testament to Celeste’s belief that her son was undeniably enchanted by

Millie. Their joint visit to Snow Mountain Villa for business negotiations only amplified this conviction.

Frustration marked Celeste’s tone as she addressed Ethan, instructing him, “Prepare the car promptly.”

“Where shall you be headed, Mrs. Thomas?” Ethan inquired about Millie’s destination.