Married a Secret Billionaire by Breaking Wave

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..."

the atmosphere seemed to turn

had wholeheartedly devoted herself to him because she was too naive when they first met. In his past ignorance, he hadn't cherished her properly,

licked his lips, deciding

"Maisie, I..."

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

prove myself. I'll be more cautious in

letting his smile peek through, but he

on his shoulder, gently closing her

she said softly. "I really... don't want to become a parasite by your side. I want to be someone capable and courageous. I want to work for it. So, can you give me a bit more

could Daniel say? It was a certain yes—he could give

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

go today." He chuckled. "The whole day is