Yesterday had been an exhausting day.


    “Why are you in my bed?” Millie’s lips tightened as she stared at him.


    She distinctly recalled lying alone on the bed when she drifted off.


    “You seem full of energy. Want to engage in another activity?”


    His words were apanied by his warm hand sliding down her waist, making her shiver involuntarily.


    Meeting Marcus’ gaze, Millie found him akin to a hungry wolf, eyeing a delectable meal and licking his


    lips.


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    Complying, Millie closed her eyes and feigned continued slumber.


    Even with her eyes shut, hershes quivered.


    After a while, Marcus ceased his actions. About ten minutester, Millie slipped out of bed quietly,


    putting some distance between them.


    When he opened his eyes, Marcus saw Millie leaving the room.


    He was aware she had been feigning sleep. She was indeed a clever little fox.


    In the backyard of Sirius Vi, the fragrant apricot blossoms gently fell in the midst of the lush orchard.


    Standing alone, Leon appeared profoundly isted.


    Silently, Lois entered the scene, her heart pounding. This romantic apricot blossom. forest was Leon’s


    favorite ce, but to her, it was a site of painful memories.


    Leon faced Lois as Lois approached.


    “Why have youe here? It’s chilly out here. You might catch a cold.”


    Lois suppressed her mncholy, walking closer and inquiring.


    Leon slid his hand into his pocket, replying, “Just taking a stroll after my moming workout.”


    Lois felt a sense of relief, knowing that one of the kidnappers had missed the explosion. She feared


    that if he were caught, he might reveal her role in proposing the kidnapping of Millie.


    “Why did you nt apricot trees in the backyard? I thought men weren’t fond of flowers. Is that not


    true?” Lois asked, trying to tread lightly.


    She felt like the most unfortunate woman in the world. The man she loved didn’t reciprocate her


    feelings.


    She wondered if her demise would make him shed a tear.


    Yet beneath her gentle exterior, a tenacious determination resided. She was willing to obtain what she


    desired, even at the cost of her life.