If only he had recognized his feelings earlier and treated her better, perhaps she would not be so


    tearful at this moment.


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    As Eloise consoled Loraine, she also cast a nce at Marco, who appeared filled with remorse and


    despondency. Although she was uncertain of what troubled this young man, she keenly felt that it was


    somehow Linked to Loraine.


    Whileforting Loraine with gentle pats, she chuckled and coaxed,


    “Dry your tears, my dear, or the gentleman might tease you.”


    Loraine paused for a moment before remembering that Marco had been standing beside her all along.


    How could she have forgotten that Marco was there, witnessing her emotional disy!


    Her face turned pink with embarrassment, feeling mortified for revealing such a raw, childlike


    vulnerability. Yet, she managed to extricate herself from Eloise’sforting embrace, wiped her tears,


    and retorted with a touch of pride, “He wouldn’t dareugh at me!”


    Quick to reassure her, Marco swiftly agreed, “No, I wouldn’t dare. I’ll always respect your feelings.”


    A knowing smile spread across Eloise’s face.


    Loraine had always presented a tough exterior, but she held a tender heart within. The fact that she


    brought this man to the orphanage suggested that their rtionship was far from ordinary.


    As Eloise observed Marco more attentively, she began to perceive him as a potential son-inw. The


    more she assessed him, the more approving she became.


    Under Eloise’s scrutiny, Marco stood tall, as if under inspection, and respectfully presented the gifts


    he’d brought.


    “Hello, Mrs. Harvey. I’m Marco Bryant, Loraine’s boyfriend.”


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    He had a concealed motive, hoping to affirm his position in the elder’s eyes. After an expectant pause


    without any objection from Loraine, a deeper smile surfaced on his face.


    “Mrs. Harvey, I’ve been swamped with work recently, which has kept


    Loraine from visiting you. But now that we finally have some spare time, we made sure toe and


    see you!”


    As Marco took responsibility for their dyed visit, Loraine appeared momentarily taken aback. Eloise’s


    eyes flicked between the two, her grin growing more teasing.


    This young man possessed a good heart. Not only did he show care for


    Loraine, but he also shouldered responsibility for her, speaking on her behalf. No wonder Loraine had


    brought him back. It seemed she had indeed found a considerate and caring boyfriend!


    “Young man, you are quite handsome, an excellent match for our Lorrie!”


    Eloise was delighted and gratefully epted the gifts from Marco.


    Suddenly, several children dashed over, their faces marked by distress.


    “Something’s wrong, Mrs. Harvey! Those people have returned!”