chapter 67.

Marcus's mind raced as he tried to maintain his composure. He knew this moment would come eventually, but not like this, not this soon and unexpected. Marcus extended his hand and met Mr. Victor's gaze head-on.

"Do you know me?" Marcus inquired, offering a smile despite the whirlwind of thoughts in his mind.

Mr. Victor smiled, his demeanor calm. "Yeah, I do. How is your father, Mr. Thonks?"

Sophia looked at both of them, her confusion evident. How could Marcus's father, who hadn't been around since all this while, know Marcus?

"How is your father, Mr. Thonks? Hope he is doing well," Mr. Victor added, his tone casual.

"Yeah, very well. It's unexpected to meet you here today," Marcus said, attempting to appear composed.

Sophia's mouth fell open as she gazed at Marcus, her brow furrowed. "What! Marcus, you told me you are an orphan."

Marcus didn't reply to her but instead locked his gaze with Mr. Victor, who was smiling mischievously. "Indeed, unexpected," Marcus replied cryptically, his