Goodbye, My Love

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Fine. | won't demand money, but you must givethe watch!” Even though the two to three hundred thousand dollar watch held little significance to Loraine and Marco, handing over such an item to a person as avaricious and unashamed as Lillie was the last thing Marco intended to do.

He scoffed at Lillie, “Still hankering after the watch? Do you comprehend the ramifications of your lies given Loraine’s current standing? Your deceitful words could cost you more than just money. We can have you incarcerated.” Lillie was thoroughly terrified by Marco's threat. On the brink of tears, she implored, “Are you actually serious? It can’t be that severe, it was only idle chatter. Why would that warrant imprisonment?” Angela’s Library Since it was only a bit of gossip, Lillie failed to grasp why it would precipitate such grave repercussions.

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Observing Marco's stern countenance, she was uncertain whether he was bluffing or genuinely intending to have her jailed.

Loraine smirked, “If you believe I'm deceiving you, you're welcto find out for yourself. Letplace a call to my attorney. If you're unable to afford one, | can assist you in securing legal counsel.” The mere suggestion of involving a Lawyer sent Lillie into a panic. She wailed and prostrated herself at Loraine’s feet.

“Loraine, | beg you. Judie was the one spreading those damaging rumors.

I'm not involved. Please, don’t havearrested. | no longer desire the watch or any money!” Seeing Lillie sobbing uncontrollably, Loraine toyed with her, “If you kowtow toand apologize, | might reconsider...” Her words were merely intended to taunt Lillie, but unexpectedly, Lillie immediately bowed her head to the ground in apology before making a hasty retreat.

In her hurry, Lillie nearly tripped over herself.

Loraine laughed lightly, while Marco's brow furrowed.

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“Aren’t you going to follow up?” He was genuinely prepared to hold Lillie accountable for her transgressions.

Loraine shook her head, a soft smile on her lips. “There’s no need.” Chasing after every gossip peddler in this small village was not a practical endeavor. Furthermore, Lillie was, at best, a secondary participant in the rumor mill.

Marco's gaze hardened as he watched Lillie’s fleeing figure, muttering in a low voice, “Allowing that woman to escape without consequence seems too lenient. She was unkind to you before...” Loraine detected the iciness in his tone, causing an unexpected flutter in her chest.

Rid Of Night Marco had consistently shown Loraine his obedient and devoted side, presenting himself as a harmless and gentle companion.

Loraine had nearly forgotten that he was also the ruthless and feared

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