Chapter 717

It was often opined that women harbored vindictiveness, yet men could be more ruthless when

genuinely resolute.

Along the riverside, the zephyrs caressed Millie’s form as she settled onto a bench, gazing pensively at

the broad expanse of the river.

“Is something troubling you?”

Marcus trailed her closely.

“What debt do you owe to the Evans family?” Millie pivoted to face Marcus.

Unforeseen by Millie, Marcus’ return had precipitated Rhea’s imminent predicament. Rhea must be

incensed. It was improbable that she would welcome the prospect of marrying another.

However, Millie also felt inquisitive about Marcus’ indebtedness to the Evans family.

Marcus massaged his temple. Most people knew merely of the dire car accident that nearly claimed the

young Thomas heir’s life, remaining unaware of the fatality that occurred within that same car.

He truly felt culpable for Shera’s death. Those individuals had targeted him. Were it not for Shera’s

presence in the car, her life wouldn’t have been forfeit.

“If you’d rather not disclose it, that’s fine,” Millie offered, sensing Marcus’ aversion to revisiting that

Seating himself beside her, Marcus mused, “I’ll share the tale.”

And he recounted the entire narrative.

Millie found herself rendered speechless once he concluded. She hadn’t been privy to the existence of

Rhea’s elder sister, who had perished in the car accident. The subject had never been broached, and

she had remained ignorant.

Placing her hands on her knees, Millie conjectured from Marcus’ account that Rhea’s sister had likely

harbored affection for him.

However, discerning Marcus’ feelings towards Shera proved elusive; his impassive recounting provided

no insight into his emotions.

Millie shook her head, dispelling such ruminations. Shera’s demise was a fait accompli.

“Have you managed to identify the culprit behind the car accident?”

“Negative.”

Coldness permeated Marcus’ gaze.

“Nevertheless, I’m resolute in my conviction that I’ll unearth the malefactor and ensure they face the

consequences.”

Abruptly, Derek approached, his demeanor grave. Millie was taken aback by Derek’s unobtrusive

safeguarding during their riverside walk. He was an exceptional assistant.

“Mr. Thomas, two individuals trailed you persistently.”

Derek’s gaze flitted to Millie. “Moreover, they confessed to tailing Mrs. Thomas following my

interrogation.”