It was a chilly late autumn, much like the last time. Daniel had spent a significant sum to persuade Maisie to stay with him when she was desperate.

Autumn in Cumulus City mirrored Centrolis. It was dry and chilly, with golden sycamore leaves adorning the entire city. It cast a dreamy and romantic spell over the otherwise quiet urban landscape.

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Back then.

Maisie was a university student in her third year.

To ensure Maisie's well-being, Daniel arranged for her brother's treatment at the best hospital, providing her with a generous monthly allowance. This transformed her into someone without status or identity, someone he could instruct.

However, he didn't rush to win her heart from the outset. For some inexplicable reason, he felt a unique connection with her from their very first meeting.

Later, he realized it was something they called "love at first sight". Regrettably, he recognized this feeling too late.

On the day they officially became a couple, Daniel's driver chauffeured Maisie to a luxurious villa.

While Cumulus City had many exquisite villas, this one was exceptional. Nestled in the city center, it offered tranquility amidst the urban hustle, featuring a classic European-style house surrounded by romantic sycamore trees.

though she had entered

her

is Aunt Leah," the driver said respectfully. "She'll be looking after you from

as "Miss" was a first for Maisie, and it left her feeling

Quimby will join you in the evening." Leah smiled. "What would you like for dinner,

it for

It was the most satisfying meal he had ever had. She worked culinary

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"Mr. Quimby?"

of the food. What

a bottle of sauce, her face adorned with a smile. "The supermarket downstairs had limited choices. Sephy said they didn't have your favorite brand of sauce, so I picked this

chimed in, rubbing her tummy. "I'm starving! Can we

and

to

a spoon,

you fed my granduncle before. If you can feed him, you can feed me too,

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