Chapter 390 Drunk (Part 1)

Marcus stared at the photo for quite some time. When he looked up, Natalie was still holding her book, completely absorbed in reading. After a moment of contemplation, he sent a message to Sheldon. Not long after, Sheldon entered with a line of helpers, bringing a variety of food and drinks into the Book Sanctum. "Mr. Holden." "Leave it here." "Yes." Sheldon directed the helpers to set everything down and, glancing over at Natalie sitting on the nearby couch, returned to his duties with great respect, quietly exiting. Marcus, now with his phone, muted it and snapped a few pictures of Natalie while she was engrossed in her book. Holding a cocktail in hand, he walked over and placed it in front of her. "Nat, do you want a drink?" Natalie looked up, her eyes wide for a brief moment. She had been so focused on her book that she was momentarily disoriented. Marcus held up the drink, his dark eyes calm and steady, his voice low but soothing, "You've been reading for a while. Drink