C380 Heartstrings and Realities: Unspoken Confessions

Marcus‘ deep and strong voice reached Cornelia’s ears, like a potent dose of tranquilizer, instantly calming her restless heart.

She unconsciously moved closer to him, as if hoping to draw strength from him. “You knew I was going to stir up trouble, why didn’t you stop me?”

Cornelia’s question caught him off guard, but Marcus understood her meaning