Chapter 508


    Millie exined in a hushed tone, “He’s Leon Thomas, Marcus’ older cousin.”


    Grace couldn’t help but express her admiration.


    “Wow, the Thomases really are a stunning bunch. And who''s thedy?”


    “Lois Rayne, the daughter of the Rayne family, and his fiancée.”


    With the introductions made, Millie was ready to continue browsing with Grace.


    However, their conversation caught Leon’s attention, prompting him to tum his gaze their way.


    His expression darkened upon spotting Millie, and an unfriendly air emanated from him.


    Millie couldn''t help but feel a touch of unease at his hostility.


    “Isn’t he your cousin-inw? Why does he seem so unfriendly?” Grace inquired, picking up on the chilly reception.


    “Let''s explore elsewhere,” Millie suggested, intending to exit and rify matters with Grace.


    But before they could leave, Lois approached them.


    “Millie, are you shopping here with your friend?”


    With a smile, Millie responded, “We''re just browsing.” Lois appeared genuinely pleased.


    Millie genuinely felt happiness for the couple in her heart.


    Noticing Leon’s impatienceden gaze fixed on her, Millie borated further, “We''re heading to another section. Please excuse


    us.


    Once outside, Grace voiced her thoughts with a hint of bitterness.


    “She seemed nice, but your cousin-inw doesn’te across as particrly friendly. Why? Aren’t you family?”Belonging ? N?velDram/a.Org.


    After pondering for a moment, Millie shared, “In arge family like theirs,plexities often arise. Each member tends to have


    their own agenda, working towards their individual goals. They aren’t necessarily close.”


    Grace nodded in understanding. “Makes sense. Wealthy families often have more intricate dynamics. They might even vie


    against each other for wealth. | had too much water. | need to use the restroom.”


    As Grace hurried off to the restroom, she handed her bag over to Millie.


    Leaning against the guardrails, Millie waited patiently for Grace’s return.


    With a moment to spare, she retrieved the perfume gifted by Grace. Its scent brought back memories of the fragrance Marcus


    had gifted her.