Maisie gripped the phone, her mind a blank canvas. She wanted to answer the call but hesitated the moment her finger brushed the answer button.

Her intuition told her that Sophia and Graham had an unusual relationship.

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Days passed routinely. Maisie arrived at work on time each day, occasionally bringing back a bouquet of flowers from the local florist. Sometimes, she treated herself to street food or went shopping for little things she liked after work.

Graham stayed exceedingly busy, with barely a spare moment for her. Even when they managed to meet, it was always brief, and meaningful conversations were scarce.

Maisie couldn't help but notice that Graham's phone rang more frequently during their meetings as if the caller deliberately timed the interruptions. Each time he answered, he dodged her questions about the caller and gave no direct answers.

All of this left Maisie convinced that it had something to do with the mysterious "Sophia" from the phone call.

Daniel occasionally showed up at the kindergarten to collect Persephone and chat with Maisie, making a conscious effort to restrain himself. Yet, restraint could sometimes reveal more than words.

had been in his pocket all along, but he wasn't sure if he should share it with her.

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after kindergarten, Maisie approached

get into the car first. He then asked with a

nodded and pointed to

that Maisie had

living there for a month now, and I'm not sure if this covers it. During this time, I had my sister stay with me, which might have

from now on. Don't worry. I haven't made any changes at home. Everything

lightly. Her mention

feel free to make any changes you like. It's your place." He gazed at her. "Why did

you," Maisie expressed her gratitude. "Fat Lawler was a great help, and Wesley willingly signed the

specific cost of this kind of house, but I understand it

house

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