Chapter 650


    Chapter 650


    Marcus chuckled lightly, his grip tightening “Gol it ”


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    Cornelia kept her silence, as the elevator steadily descended, plunging the atmosphere back into


    awkwardness.


    After a moment of thought, Cornelia began, “You


    Marcus cut her off, ‘Stop being so formal with me


    His tone was low and stern, exuding an irresistible dominance


    Cornelia asked, “Didn’t you say you’ll pick me up at five? Why are you here so early?”


    Marcus exined. “I wanted to see you sooner, so I came early.”


    Cornelia nced at him, then lowered her head.


    His straightforwardness left her speechless.


    Marcus pulled her a bit closer, “Is there anywhere you particrly want to go?”


    Comelia shook her head, “No.”


    Marcus fell silent for a moment.


    Cornelia asked, “Did you hear all that?”


    Marcus countered, “Hear what?”


    Cornelia replied, “Nothing”


    He couldn’t have overheard her conversation with Abigail, right? if he had, he would’ve reacted


    differently


    Cornelia breathed a sigh of relief, just as the elevator reached the basement.


    Marcus led her out of the elevator. Despite his long strides, he deliberately slowed his pace to match


    hers.


    Cornelia stole another nce at him This man was so perfect, it was almost unreal.


    Soon, they reached her parking spot. Parked next to her car was a low–key yet luxurious red two–


    seater sports car. Cornelia hadn’t seen Marcus drive this car before, nor had she seen it in his garage.


    But she immediately knew it was his


    Most of their neighbors were average office workers. Many couldn’t afford a house in Riverton, let


    alone imagine owning such a fancy car.


    Comelia asked, “Did you get a new car?”


    “It’s a new car I bought for you. It’s not registered yet. Drive it for a few days and see if you like it


    Marcus said, taking advice from Leonardo.


    Leonardo told him that if he wanted to keep his wife happy, he should be willing to spend money on


    gifts. If his wife wanted something, he should buy it.


    As a considerate husband, he shouldn’t just listen to what his wife said, but also watch what she did. If


    his wife said she didn’t like something or asked him not to buy it, she might just be being modest, or


    she might be trying to save money. In that case, he should buy the gift anyway, and surprise her with it.


    So, taking Leonardo’s advice, Marcus had Ben call the dealership and have a new car delivered.


    Cornelia was taken aback, then frowned, “I already have apany car. I don’t need another one.”


    Marcus said, “You don’t have to save money for me. I have plenty


    Cornelia retorted, “I’m not saving for you! This was the world of the rich, they could buy a sports car


    worth hundreds of thousands without batting an eye


    After her father died in a car ident, Cornelia’s grandmother had taken care of her. Her grandmother


    was a teacher, with a modest sry. Besides supporting Cornelia, she also had to help out Cornelia’s


    uncle.


    From that time on, Cornelia learned to be frugal. She kept track of every penny, never wasting a dime


    unnecessarily


    Marcus wanted Cornelia to be happy, but she didn’t look happy. He asked, “What’s that?


    Cornelia replied, “You bought me such an expensive gift, I can’t just take it without giving something in


    return. I care about my own money.”