Chapter 1597


    “I…” Maisie initially wanted to refuse.


    She felt a strange sensation the first time she saw Daniel. His words held a certain power over her, and


    she had an unexinable trust in him from the depths of her heart. It was as if she believed he was a


    good person who wouldn’t do anything inappropriate.


    –


    Daniel drove Maisie to the amusement park, which was closed for the day and shrouded in darkness.


    However, when Maisie took her first step into the park, it seemed like a magical spell had been cast.


    Each step she took illuminated a path beneath her, and the surrounding lights gradually came to life,


    transforming the ce into a fairytale wondend.


    Her eyes widened in amazement as she beheld the towering Ferris wheel adorned with neon lights in


    the distance, the merry-go-round ying a beautiful melody nearby, and even houses shaped like


    cotton candy. Maisie’s delight was evident.


    “Do you like it here?” Daniel asked gently.


    “Yes!” Maisie nodded, recalling that the man beside her was the owner of this enchanting park.


    “Would you like to enjoy some of the attractions here?” Daniel suggested. “You have the entire ce to


    yourself for all the rides.”


    Maisie hesitated. “I don’t want to trouble anyone. I’m content just exploring.”


    “What if I take some pictures for you?”


    Maisie was surprised when she looked into Daniel’s passionate eyes. Her heart raced, an unfamiliar


    but oddly familiar feeling washing over her. She couldn’t tell if it was attraction, but she hadn’t felt it with


    Graham.


    “Ms. Squire, are you okay?” Daniel chuckled. “Would you like me to take some photos for you?”


    “No, t-thank you!” Maisie stammered. “I want to wait for my boyfriend to return from abroad. When he’s


    avable, we’lle here together for photos.”


    With that, she moved away from Daniel, maintaining a certain distance.


    Daniel’s heart sank. Had she sensed something? She was perceptive, and his recent actions might


    have made her ufortable.


    Clearing his throat, he forced a smile. “Ms. Squire, I brought you here today because I wanted your


    opinion on hosting outdoor activities for kindergarten kids. What do you think?”


    “Huh?”


    “Ah, it’s for Sephy,” Daniel said with a forced smile. “She’s fond of this amusement park and wishes to


    invite other kids. As her elder, I want to grant her wish. Do you think it’s a suitable ce? Will the


    children like it?”


    “Of course!” Maisie smiled. “It’s a beautiful ce, and the children will surely love it.”


    “Then it’s settled. The next kindergarten outing will be held here!”


    “Sure,” Maisie replied, her guarded look fading.


    Daniel smiled, but bitterness lingered in his heart. He had never imagined they would have to interact


    that way.


    A gust of evening breeze lifted a corner of Maisie’s shawl. She wore only a dress and appeared


    delicate on the early winter night. She hugged herself and rubbed her arms when she suddenly felt a


    coat draped over her shoulders.


    Daniel had taken off his coat and ced it around her.


    “Sir, you shouldn’t do this!”


    “It’s alright,” Daniel said softly. “Girls need protection from the cold.”


    “Sir…”


    “I’ll make the arrangements quickly,” he said, changing the subject. “Sephy will be the host to build a


    good reputation among the kindergarten kids.”


    “Persephone is fortunate to have you as her family.”


    “I have a strong bond with this kid.” Daniel softlyughed. “It’s getting chilly. Let’s get in the car. I’ll drive


    you home.”


    Maisie nodded and got into the passenger seat with Daniel’s coat still around her. She took a quick


    sniff, detecting the faint scent of aftershave cologne on it. It was unique yet oddly familiar.


    Daniel’s car wasfortable and warm, as if the passenger seat had been customized for her. He


    handed her a thermos filled with aromatic hot chocte.


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    Maisie’s heart quickened as she looked at him.


    “Oh, this… it wasn’t prepared just for you!” Daniel exined quickly, fearing she might feel


    ufortable. “It’s for Sephy. I always keep it in the car because she likes it.”


    Maisie withdrew her gaze but felt her heart race.


    Daniel gripped the steering wheel tightly, contemting whether he should be more direct to avoid


    burdening her, given her current rtionship status.


    After some thought, he casually took the thermos back from her hand, pretending to be careless. “Oh,


    you don’t like sweet drinks? I’ll take it back, then.”


    Maisie was caught off guard, and the thermos was already back in Daniel’s possession. She couldn’t


    help but chuckle. She had wanted to taste the hot chocte.


    “By the way, Ms. Squire…” Daniel became more serious. “I need to give you some advice.”


    “What is it?”


    “In the future, don’t get into cars with strangers, and don’t ept drinks from anyone. It’s not safe.”


    Maisie chuckled. “But I’m in your car now, aren’t I?”


    Daniel blurted out, “I’m different!”


    Maisie was stunned.


    Daniel scratched his head and suddenly mmed on the brakes. Due to the inertia, Maisie was pushed


    forward, and he instinctively reached out to protect her.