Chapter 873

Marcus pivoted, surveying those present. Their discussion had provided him with a rough

understanding of the situation. His gaze settled on Hans, an edge of intensity piercing through. Turning

to Millie, he took her hand and addressed the assembly with gentleness.

“Hello, everyone. I’m Marcus, Millie’s husband. It’s a pleasure to meet you all. I’ve prepared some gifts

for each of you.”

With a press of a button, the expansive trunk of the Rolls-Royce unfurled, brimming with exquisite gift

boxes.

“one for each person, Please, help yourselves.

“Gifts? Let me take a look.”

“A golden necklace. Solid gold.

“What? A golden necklace? Count me in.”

“Me too!”

Within moments, Marcus’ offerings were distributed,

“By the way, is the Thomas family the most prominent in Preagend? I’ve heard rumors that their wealth

knows no bounds.” Someone in the crowd voiced their thoughts.

“Look at this display. It certainly seems so. Who would have thought Millie would marry into such an

illustrious family? Education truly pays off. Without her schooling, she wouldn’t have captured the

affections of someone of means. Wealthy individuals prefer well-educated, intelligent women.”

As Hans absorbed the murmurs swirling around him, it felt as if he’d been slapped across the face, his

complexion reddening with acute embarrassment.

Following the distribution of gifts, Marcus sealed the trunk and spoke with a smile.

“We’ll take our leave for now. We’ll visit again another day.”

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Despite his affluence, his demeanor was marked by exceptional courtesy. Yet his ineffable air of nobility

left onlookers gazing wistfully.

The Rolls-Royce embarked on its departure, leaving a crowd in awe.

Hans, who once stood tall, now seemed visibly diminished. Approaching Laurel, he seethed with a

blend of anger and humiliation.

“Laurel, what’s the meaning of this? Didn’t you claim that Millie had wed a destitute lad?”

“I didn’t anticipate her husband would actually come. My comment was in jest. Furthermore, who could

have foreseen you’d take it seriously?”

Laurel, too, felt a degree of frustration. Her initial intention had been to taint Millie’s reputation in the

town.

Inside the car, Millie glanced at Marcus with a hint of skepticism.

“Why didn’t you inform me before you arrived here?” she inquired.

Marcus’ gaze remained fixed on the road ahead, his eyes darkening. He’d noticed earlier that the

middle-aged man on the street was causing a commotion for Millie.

While dispensing gifts, the man had an awkward expression and refrained from stepping forward to

claim one.