Chapter 46

As Mark continued chatting with me in that quiet corner, his charismatic smile never fading, a sense of ease enveloped us. The celebration continued around us, and I couldn’t help but appreciate the genuine camaraderie we were building.

“Life is indeed full of surprises,” Mark remarked, his eyes holding a playful glint.

I nodded, sipping my drink. “Absolutely. You never know what’s around the corner.”

Just as Mark was about to continue the conversation, Vince, my husband, appeared seemingly out of nowhere. His presence sent a ripple through the air, and I could sense an unspoken tension.

“Hey, Laura,” Vince greeted me, his gaze shifting to Mark. “Mind if I borrow my wife for a moment?”

I exchanged a quick glance with Mark, noting the subtle change in his expression. “Sure, Vince. What’s up?” I asked, a tinge of curiosity in my voice.

Vince led me a few steps away from Mark, lowering his voice. “Laura, I’ve been watching, and I don’t like the way M