The car was eerily silent, almost as if a vacuum had swallowed it. Each word that emanated from the receiver landed in Daniel's ears with utmost clarity.

His smile bore a hint of contempt, affirming the age-old adage—"Old habits die hard."

In the past, it was Cindy who had steered Maisie into this relationship for monetary gain. Even now, with Maisie entwined with him, Cindy's words echoed a familiar tune. "While you're still youthful and attractive, and Daniel's interest endures, exploit it to your advantage!"

A glint of malevolence flickered in Daniel's eyes as he gently touched Maisie's shoulder, deftly prying the phone from her grasp.

Caught off guard, Maisie struggled to comprehend the unfolding events as she heard Daniel's resonant voice addressing the phone, "She has already ended things with Graham Bayer."

The voice on the other end fell silent for a moment, then erupted into a shrill tone. "What... What did you say? Hello! Who are you? Did Maisie break up with Mr. Bayer because of you?"

"Lower your voice." Daniel's tone carried a commanding authority. "I will escort her back in a few days. You will then discover who I am."

"What?!"

turned to face Maisie, who wore a

his heart as he tenderly held her, his words assuring her, "It's alright.

"But—"

you mustn't sign

at him

"Your rightful share in the family's wealth should be acknowledged. Your mother's arrangements have unjustly neglected your and

bitter chuckle escaped Maisie's lips. "My mother has always been like this. Sometimes, I even wonder if Nicole and I are truly her biological children. Why is she so

hovered on the tip of Daniel's

parents tend to show favoritism toward a child with

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