Maisie kept her eyes lowered in silence.

Daniel glanced at her. Her demeanor reminded him of when she used to be gentle and obedient, staying quietly by his side during work-related stress and enduring late nights just to accompany him.

A pang struck his heart, and he gently held her hand.

"I understand," Maisie murmured softly. "I'll be more careful from now on. I won't associate with strangers..."

Daniel sighed. "Maisie, I'm sorry. I was a little anxious earlier and lashed out in temper."

Maisie remained silent, shaking her head.

"I don't mean to stop you from making friends..." Daniel paused, feeling a bit guilty for expressing that. The jealousy he felt when he saw her with Harvey lingered in his mind.

Nevertheless, he forced himself to appear considerate, speaking softly. "I'm worried about you. You're too naive, unaware of the dangers people might pose..."

he finished speaking, the atmosphere seemed

when they first met. In his past ignorance, he hadn't cherished her properly, making her tread so many wrong

deciding to end

"Maisie, I..."

need to say more, I understand." Maisie looked up at him. Despite the weariness in her expression, there was still a glint

was my fault. I was too eager to prove myself. I'll be more cautious in the future. Actually, thinking about

his smile peek through, but he managed

his shoulder, gently closing her

your side. I want to be someone capable and courageous. I want to work for it. So, can you give

was a certain yes—he could give

still early. Is there somewhere you'd like to go?" "Don't you need to

won't go today." He chuckled. "The whole day

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