Marcus smiled back at her and held her hand.
“Yeah, we’ve gotten a real good deal.”
With how the husband and wife were chorusing each other, it would be tactless for Oliver to pursue the matter further. Thus, he came up with an excuse and left.
After some effort, Cordelia left the event with Marcus through the side door.
As both of them walked on the street behind the hotel, the night was bright with the moon and scattered stars. The air was fresh with the fragrance of plants exclusive to this season, and it felt reinvigorating as the breeze blew.
There were even fireflies in the bushes, blinking and complementing the dark blue sky.
Cordelia smiled and rested her head against Marcus’ shoulder. They strolled slowly, enjoying the rare leisure and quiet.
“Why did you say that just now?
