Marcus toyed with the sweet treats but ultimately settled beside Violette.

Finally, he spoke. "I like Melissa."

Violette couldn't maintain her composure any longer, her eyes reddening. "But you broke up with her, didn't you? You even had me visit your home several times."

“That was your parents asking me for favors!" Marcus retorted firmly.

Violette's lips trembled. "You dare say you didn't use me to make Melissa jealous?"