Chapter 1838

This abrupt statement from Lea drew all eyes onto her.

Marlinie, curious, asked with a grin, “What did you mean by ‘different; Lea?”

Lea took a few steps forward and looked up at the towering figure of Theo. “I mean, Marcus’ behavior in front of Ellinor is completely different from how he acted around Sophia.”

At the mention of Sophia, a look of distaste flashed in Theo’s eyes.

Concerned for her daughter’s well-being and wanting to know if this man could be trusted, Marlinie pressed further. “Is that so? How are they different?”

After a moment of thought, Lea replied, “His entire demeanor has changed. When Marcus is with Sophia, he’s cold, terse, and lifeless. He can’t even be bothered to give her a second glance. But with Ellinor, he’s so gentle, caring, animated, and polite.”

that Lea was exaggerating a bit. From the moment they had arrived, Theo had barely said a word. How was that being gentle?Books Chapters Are

her gaze back to Theo. “My dear, I’ve

of Ellinor’s hand, saying, “I apologize.

without

to ask what was wrong before

unease wash over her.

confusion. “Uh, what just happened? Why did Marcus leave? Did I upset him with

to Ellinor. “I’m sorry, Ellinor. Lea can be a bit thoughtless with her words; maybe she said something to upset Mr. Blanchet. I

say anything wrong.

“Mom, have you been feeling any better these past couple of days?” Marlinie, still unsettled by the recent events, shook her head. “I’m fine, Pearl. What about Mr. Blanchet? Do

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