Chapter 612:

For ten years, Alexander had been the center of Daniela’s heart. And now, he had plummeted from his pedestal, reduced to a shadow of his former self in front of the world.

Yet, Daniela’s emotions seemed completely untouched.

Ryan found it impossible to wrap his head around it.

Could this really be what love looked like after ten long years?

Ryan ran a hand through his hair, glancing at Daniela as she continued signing papers without a flicker of emotion.

“Cedric, do you think she really doesn’t care, or is it all an act?”

Cedric remained silent, unsure.

Later that night, he pulled Daniela into his arms and murmured, “If that’s the kind you prefer, I can be like that too.”

Daniela let out a soft “Mm,” the meaning of Cedric’s words slowly registering

“Cedric, I see how hard you’re trying to be the perfect husband. I truly value that, but what matters most is that you’re both my husband and your true self. Whatever role life may bring, stay true to who you are.” Daniela’s love had always been expansive—never about

her, love that sought to possess and control wasn’t love. By now, Cedric was convinced that Daniela’s heart was

the calm confidence radiating from

taking Daniela’s love for granted. The

tales live at

stepped in, her smile warm and a bag in hand,

bag with

dish. I packed some for you. If you like it, I’ll grab

to the side, a bitter

where they were, Daniela’s eyes would find him first. Now, it was as if

crumbled, and he spoke

of Joyce’s videos, but he forced himself to muster courage. He was ready to let go of every shred

love was the only thing

know you won’t agree to a private conversation,

now. Her brows furrowed the

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