Chapter 188: Whispered Promises

The soft glow of the television cast flickering shadows across the room as Amelia lounged on the plush sofa, lost in the hypnotic rhythm of the screen. She had managed to steal a moment of respite from the chaos that seemed to swirl around her, relishing in the quiet solitude of the empty mansion. As she sat there, her thoughts drifting aimlessly, the sound of footsteps broke through the silence, drawing her attention to the figure standing in the doorway. Marcus. “Amelia,” he greeted her, his voice smooth as silk. “Mind if I join you?Amelia’s heart skipped a beat at the sight of him, a mixture of trepidation and curiosity swirling within her. “Of course not,” she replied, gesturing for him to take a seat beside her. Marcus settled onto the sofa beside her, his presence casting a palpable tension in the air. For a long moment, they sat in silence, the only sound that was heard was the gentle hum of the television in the background. Finally, Marcus spoke, his voice low and conspira