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    Marlene was certainly attractive; otherwise, Sean wouldn’t have taken notice. Her features were delicate, and she seemed vulnerable.


    Strikingly, Marlene bore a slight resemnce to Norah.


    “You should consider yourself lucky that you somewhat resemble Norah,” Susanna remarked, raising her eyebrows as she settled onto the sofa, exuding an air of superiority.


    She took an immediate dislike to Marlene.


    Despite Marlene’s efforts to conceal it, her ambition and covetous nature shone through. She seemed tempted by the Scott family’s wealth.


    Touching her cheek in confusion, Marlene asked, “Who is Norah? Do I really look like her?”


    More footsteps sounded at the entrance. Turning, Marlene’s heart skipped a beat at the sight of the man entering.


    He was incredibly handsome.


    Sean always managed to captivate herpletely.


    She moved toward him. “Hello, Sean.”


    Dressed in a stark ck suit that entuated his broad shoulders and slim waist, Sean stood tall andmanding. His face, though handsome, was devoid of emotion.


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    His aloof and detached presence made one wonder about the passion hidden beneath hisposed exterior. While Sean was abroad, Marlene had held onto the belief that by staying close, she might be the exception. A single rejection was not enough to deter her. She was not one to give up easily.


    “I’ve asked the cook to prepare your favorite dishes. You must be tired from your trip, right?” she inquired. Sean, however, didn’t even nce her way as he unbuttoned and removed his suit jacket with one hand. Marlene instinctively reached out as Sean tossed his jacket onto the living room sofa, but her hands grasped only air.


    “So why are you here?”


    Her warm smile faltered, and she felt flustered. “I want to care for you, Sean.”


    “No need.” He adjusted his tie with slender fingers. “Don’t overstep. Just do what’s expected of you.” With an impassive expression, Sean brushed past Marlene.


    Previously, Marlene’s appearance had caught his attention. He had rescued her, sponsored her education, and covered all her expenses.


    He had even heard herment about feeling isted in her dormitory, which prompted him to offer her a ce in his private apartment at no cost.


    Actually, he expected nothing from Marlene; his only wish was for her to livefortably.


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