Chapter 219

Just when Marcus was about to head to his study and read for a while, Mrs. Thompson opened the door for Diana. She knew Diana — the girl had been here before — so she didn't think much of it and let her in without asking Marcus first. Marcus thought it was Elaine coming back, so he stayed on the couch, acting all relaxed while flipping through the newspaper. As Diana spotted him reading, she slowly walked over and called out, "Marcus." The moment he heard the voice, Marcus frowned and turned to look at her. There was a clear hint of annoyance in his eyes. "Who told you to come here?" "I'm here to apologize," Diana quickly said. "What happened last time was my fault. I shouldn't have given Oliver money." "But I really didn't mean anything bad by it, I just..." She wanted to buy Oliver off, but hadn't expected him to be working with Audrey, scheming together to set her up. Diana sat down beside Marcus, practically glued to him on the sofa, gently tugging at his sleeve with that pitiful l