Chapter 1611


    It was a chillyte autumn, much like thest time. Daniel had spent a significant sum to persuade


    Maisie to stay with him when she was desperate.


    Autumn in Cumulus City mirrored Centrolis. It was dry and chilly, with golden sycamore leaves


    adorning the entire city. It cast a dreamy and romantic spell over the otherwise quiet urbanndscape.


    –


    Back then.


    Maisie was a university student in her third year.


    To ensure Maisie’s well-being, Daniel arranged for her brother’s treatment at the best hospital,


    providing her with a generous monthly allowance. This transformed her into someone without status or


    identity, someone he could instruct.


    However, he didn’t rush to win her heart from the outset. For some inexplicable reason, he felt a unique


    connection with her from their very first meeting.


    Later, he realized it was something they called “love at first sight”. Regrettably, he recognized this


    feeling toote.


    On the day they officially became a couple, Daniel’s driver chauffeured Maisie to a luxurious vi.


    While Cumulus City had many exquisite vis, this one was exceptional. Nestled in the city center, it


    offered tranquility amidst the urban hustle, featuring a ssic European-style house surrounded by


    romantic sycamore trees.


    Stepping inside, Maisie felt as though she had entered a painting.


    The driver introduced her to a kinddy.


    “Miss, this is Aunt Leah,” the driver said respectfully. “She’ll be looking after you from now on.”


    Being addressed so respectfully as “Miss” was a first for Maisie, and it left her feeling flustered.


    “Mr. Mr. Quimby will join you in the evening.” Leah smiled. “What would you like for dinner, Ms. Maisie?


    I’ll prepare it for you.”


    Maisie shook her head and proceeded to prepare a feast for Daniel. It was the most satisfying meal he


    had ever had. She worked culinary magic, turning ordinary ingredients into a delightful experience.


    –


    “Mr. Quimby?”


    Startled, Daniel returned to reality, captivated by the aroma of the food. What he saw felt like a memory


    come to life.


    “What’s the matter, Mr. Quimby?” Maisie stood before him, holding a bottle of sauce, her face adorned


    with a smile. “The supermarket downstairs had limited choices. Sephy said they didn’t have your


    favorite brand of sauce, so I picked this one. Is it alright?”


    “Granduncle!” Persephone chimed in, rubbing her tummy. “I’m starving! Can we eat?”


    Maisie held Persephone’s hand and said gently, “Let’s dig in!”


    “I want Ms. Maisie to feed me!” Persephone stated.


    “Hey, don’t you eat by yourself at kindergarten? You can use a spoon, so why do you want me to feed


    you at home?” Maisie quipped.


    Persephone leaned against her, speaking yfully. “I want you to feed me! I know you fed my


    granduncle before. If you can feed him, you can feed me too, right?”


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    Maisie blushed, her heart racing.


    Daniel approached and tugged on Persephone’s braid, looking at Maisie apologetically.


    “L-Let’s eat,” Maisie stammered and hurried into the kitchen to fetch tes and utensils.


    –


    After dinner, Daniel and Persephone bid goodbye to Maisie.


    He walked in contemtive silence, absentmindedly letting go of Persephone’s hand a few times.


    The little girl had to run to catch up and eventually managed to run ahead. Breathless, she stood in


    front of him and red at him with her hands on her hips. “Why didn’t you wait for me?”


    Only then did he realize he had let go of her hand.


    However, he didn’t offer thefort he typically would. Instead, he seemed like a lifeless puppet,


    staring nkly into the distance.


    “Granduncle?” Persephone furrowed her brow. “You’re acting strangely today. Did you not eat? The


    food Ms. Maisie made was delicious!”


    “Yes, it was.” He forced a smile and replied, “I’ve had it before. I ate it every day.”