“In truth, a sudden recollection has surfaced, demanding my attention. Regrettably, I find myself


    compelled to take my leave at this juncture.” The exnation unfurled with an air of unexpected


    urgency.


    Armed with the foresight of the impending impact of the toxic pollen on Millie, Rhea swiftly discerned


    the imperative to exit promptly, preempting any seeds of doubt among theirpanions.


    A pang of regret struck her; she couldn’t witness the agony blossoming in Millie’s core. What a tragic


    loss!


    “Leave now?”


    Darin’s confusion deepened as Rhea’s choice swerved unexpectedly. A tinge of sorrow settled within


    him, given his devoted Labor in grilling the oysters, which she spurned without a taste.


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    “Pause for a moment, please. Permit me to bid them farewell. We shall depart as a unit.”


    Though sadness tugged at his heart, Darin’s loyalty led him to apany Rhea, the draw of her


    presence a Lingering hope.


    “Our departure is imminent. May you bask in moments of delight.” The farewell conveyed with a touch


    of well-wishing. Darin ambled gracefully to each individual, extending his greetings in a sequence of


    personal connections, until eventually, he directed his steps towards Rhea.


    “Pray, when shall the wedding invitation make its way to our hands? Do remember to extend an


    invitation to us for the matrimonial celebration.” Mylo’s boisterous inquiry rang out, apanied by a


    grin.


    Rhea’s frown was a storm cloud on the horizon, but Darin, the ever-graceful host, turned and smiled at


    the others.


    “The preparations are nearingpletion. I shall personally ce the invitation in your hands.”


    ss in hand, Millie savored another sip. Darin exuded a pleasing blend of politeness and charm,


    capturing her admiration. Yet, his affection found its way to an unintended recipient.


    “Millie, the source of your sigh escapes my understanding,” the inquiry unfolded, touched with a hint of


    curiosity. Upon catching wind of Millie’s subtle exhtion, Bruce ventured closer.


    Millie tilted her head, her voice carrying a note of intrigue.


    “You’ve awakened, it seems. Delmor always imed I was a skilled slumberer, yet I’vee to realize


    his assessment was amiss. Unlike you, I find it difficult to find repose amidst the constant bustling of


    people traversing back and forth. Still, your ability to sumb to sleep is quite remarkable, a true gift.”


    Bruce, arms folded across his chest, tilted slightly and inquired, “Last night, overtime held me in its grip,


    rendering me quite drowsy today. And yourself? How did you spend your evening?”


    Seeing his bright ck eyes upon her, Millie found herself momentarily at a loss for words.


    Subconsciously, she adjusted the silk scarf gracing her neck and averted her gaze, uncertainty coloring


    her actions.


    “The captivating night sky here entranced me. My gaze was steadfast, unable to break free,” Millie


    replied, her words striving for a natural tone.


    In this moment, a ck car came to a halt along the road adjacent to the vi. Its windows were


    shrouded in obscurity.


    Seated in the rear, Leon cast his gaze towards the bustling scene within the vi. Amidst the throng of


    figures, his eyes singrly gravitated towards Millie.


    As his eyes rested upon her graceful form, his handsome countenance bore a touch of sorrow.


    “Boss, would you Like to enter and say goodbye?” he assistant inquired, a palpable sense of distress


    and despondency apparent in his tone. What a stroke of ill fortune had befallen his boss? The woman


    he held profound affections for happened to be his own cousin’s spouse. And topound matters,


    the boss had nearly been responsible for Millie’s untimely demise in the past.