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The Mark of Ownership

Author: Mr. Rey
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-29 19:42:56

Renata is pensive in the hospital cafeteria. She thought about the change in Bastian's expression earlier. That's why Bastian showed a flat expression. Actually, Renata also wanted more than that; it's just that there was doubt in her. There are still so many questions in her head about Bastian. Renata could not just give herself up because the man's status was that of her husband.

"What's wrong, sis?" asked Aline, waking up Renata's reverie.

"It's okay. Have you ordered?" asked Renata.

"I asked you what you wanted to order. I've already decided what to eat," said Aline.

"Just the same, the best seller here," said Renata.

"Okay."

Aline mentioned her order to the waitress serving them. After writing down all the orders, the waiter left.

"Khemm... looks like something hot happened in the room earlier," Aline teased.

"What do you mean?" asked Renata, scrunching her forehead in confusion.

"There are so many ownership marks on Renata's neck,"
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