She implored Darin to kill Millie, but his attempts faltered repeatedly. A portrait of ineffectuality, he


    appeared to be. Should she truly unite her fate with Darin’s through matrimony, misfortune would


    inevitably ensnare her,


    “Given Mrs. Barker’sck of receptiveness, my attendance bes unnecessary. Nheless, given


    Darin’spromised mobility, I propose a mutual dissolution of our engagement. Marrying an


    individual incapacitated as such is beyond my inclination.”


    Rhea’s words resonated with unwavering arrogance. Upon hearing this, Cami’s blood pressure


    surged instantaneously.


    “And by what means have you ascertained his legs’ impairment? Did you consult the physician?” Rhea


    dismissed it with a nonchnt shrug.


    “There’s no need for your anger. Conceal it today if you wish, but the future won’t be a canvas for such


    concealment.”


    Darin, rouse yourself from slumber, and bear witness to this woman’s desertion. Oh, naived, you’ve


    held her as a gem, blind to her true nature, The weight of folly settles upon you.


    In Rhea’s perspective, the dissolution of the Barker family would have spared her the obligation of


    marrying Darin. This in turn would safeguard her father’s standing.


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    Swelled with fury, Cami’s usatory finger aimed at Rhea, her voice thundering.


    “Leave this ce! Depart at onc:


    Rhea cast a look of disdain upon Cami and departed, indifference etched upon her countenance.


    “Kind sir, I intend to buy this fish.” Millie reached the lotus pond and approached Galen’s collection of


    fish. Her finger extended, indicating a specific fish of interest.


    Astonishment painted Galen’s features as Millie entered his sight.


    “Have you partaken of both yesterday’s piscine offerings?” “Indeed, they graced my pte. Both found


    their ce within.”


    Millie’s smile persisted, though concealed within it was the untold truth of the fish’s fate on their journey


    homeward.


    In response, Galen’sughter bubbled forth, and he extended the fish she had set her sights upon.


    Millie transported the fish to her abode, swiftly administering a meticulous cleansing ritual, followed by


    its transformation into a simmering pot of fish soup.


    Within the crucible of the pot, the soup emerged as the epitome of nutrition.


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    Following a deft adjustment of the culinary conditions, Millie’s attention was captured by a call from


    Grace.


    “Millie, are you avable tonight? It’s been a while since west saw each other.


    “Grace, I’m at the countryside. Once I return to Preagend, I’ll meet you.” “You’re there alone? Did


    Marcus apany you on this journey?” Curiosityced Grace’s inquiry.


    Millie cast her gaze upon Marcus, immersed in his phone, doubtless ensnared by matters of


    commerce.


    “He indeed returned by my side,” Millie disclosed, her lips painted with a faint smile too delicate to veil.


    “Millie, luck favors you immensely. What past deeds earned you a husband so splendid? Handsome,


    wealthy, and devoted — wlessly perfect. I wish for such a husband too.” Grace’s envy resonated in


    her words.


    Millie sighed, recognizing Grace’s inclination to elevate Marcus. Yet, she couldn’t forget Marcus’ past


    cruelty towards her.