Millie questioned, “You’re so sure about it, aren’t you?” Her question revealed her doubts about


    Marcus’ intentions, making him realize that she believed he might be trying to absolve Celeste of any


    suspicion.


    Frustration tinged Marcus’ tone as he answered, “With the awakening of your grandmother, all shall


    be clear. ce your trust in my mother.”


    But Millie’s desperation persisted, and she countered, “What if my grandma can’t wake up?”


    Millie’s regret soon followed, acknowledging the severity of her grandmother’s condition. Tubes and


    wires were intricately connected to her frail body. A somber realization dawned on her.


    Millie’s gaze bore into Marcus’, her eyes imploring for understanding.


    “Did you trust me? I said it wasn’t me who broke the vase. Did you trust me?”


    Marcus’ response contained a mixture of assurance and severity. “If I didn’t, I would have thrown you


    into the pool to feed the fish. Let me tell you, you can do whatever you want within my tolerance, but


    don’t challenge my bottom line, or I will make you regret being alive.”


    What? He believed she was pushing against his limits. Her grandmother’s life hung in the bnce in


    the ICU, and his reaction was a warning to her?


    “Don’t think about revenge,” Marcus advised.


    Millie grasped his intention. He assumed she intended to seek revenge on Celeste, hence his warning.


    Millie scoffed, “You’re overthinking things.”


    Even if she had intentions of seeking revenge, she wouldn’t resort to underhanded tactics.


    One must admit that Gianna had executed her n quite effectively. Millie had be a venomous


    adversary.


    Fueled by anger, Marcus forcefully shut the door and stormed away, his heart consumed by fury.


    The abrupt noise served as a jolt, managing to calm Millie down amidst the turmoil.


    “Marcus, Marcus…” Millie’s voice was a faint plea.


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    “Maintain vignt watch over this chamber. Entry and exit are strictly forbidden.”


    Derek acknowledged themand promptly.


    Millie’s attempts to gain her freedom proved futile as she knocked on the door and pleaded to be let out


    to go to the hospital.


    Yet, the door remained closed, denying her escape.


    Descending to the lower floor, Marcus made his way to the study, trailed by Derek.


    “Mr. Thomas, are you still nning to go for the negotiation?”