I Love You, Miss Genius

Ivor paused for a moment, then immediately denied it. "Honey, I never said such a thing. Don't go throwing accusations at me."

Bonnie crossed her arms, lips quirked in a half-smile as she looked at Ivor. "You say I'm shy and need to change. Isn't that just a subtle way of telling me you prefer bold and daring women? If that's your type, can introduce you to some. I know quite a few of those."

Though she was smiling, Ivor could still sense the chill in her tone. "Honey, I didn't mean it that way. You misunderstood me."

He quickly looked to Maisie for help, silently urging her to speak up.

Maisie shot Ivor a reproachful glance. She wasn't initially inclined to help him, but for the sake of harmony between him and Bonnie, she stood up and lent a hand. “Bonnie, he's not good with words. Don't take him too seriously."

just teasing him. We often joke like this.

never take it seriously, lest it damages the relationship," Maisie, being

Bonnie nodded. "I understand."

nodded back.

gift Sigmund had prepared for Bonnie. It was a set of

the butler,

Grandpa." Bonnie

I'm transferring it to you. You can use these shares

in dividends. each year without effort. Though Bonnie didn't need the money, she was moved by

this gift is too valuable. I'm sorry, but I can't accept it," Bonnie

insisted on transferring the shares to her, not allowing her to refuse. "Since it's from your grandpa, you must accept it. No refusal allowed!" Bonnie pursed her lips, feeling somewhat