Chapter 1618


    The next day, Maisie hesitated but eventually decided to call Daniel.


    Her heart raced when the call connected, and she felt nervous hearing Daniel’s deep, electric voice on


    the other end.


    “Maisie?” Daniel suppressed his joy, keeping his tone t. “Why did you call?”


    “I heard about what happened with my sister,” she said, “I know you helped. I’m grateful.”


    “Oh, it’s nothing.” He yed it cool. “Fat Lawler and my brother-inw go way back. I was just catching


    up for him.”


    She mustered her courage and said, “Mr. Quimby, let me treat you to a meal just like before. Youe


    to my ce, and I’ll cook.”


    Daniel’s heart almost jumped out.


    He was over the moon. He wanted to say yes, but his rationality kicked in.


    In the end, he suppressed his emotions.


    He pretended to be calm and said, “No need.”


    Maisie was disappointed but tried again. “It’s actually my sister who initiated this. She’s grateful for you.


    Not only did you help her clear her debt, but you also helped her get a divorce…”


    “No need, really.” Daniel chuckled. “You don’t have to take it so seriously.”


    “Mr. Quimby…”


    “I’m sorry, I’ve got to run. That’s all for now.”


    As the call ended, Maisie’s eyes dimmed.


    –


    Daniel stared into space on the couch for a long time. He snapped back to his senses when his


    subordinate called him.


    “Are you going to sign the document?”


    “Oh…” He refocused and reviewed the document. He nearly signed it in the wrong box.


    His subordinate sighed upon seeing him losing his spirit. “Mr. Quimby, why didn’t you—”


    “I shouldn’t see her again,” Daniel took a deep breath. His eyes were tired. “Her boyfriend’s back. I’ll


    stir up trouble for her if we still see each other.”


    “But I don’t think she sees it that way.”


    “What do you know!” Daniel red at him.


    His subordinate put the document away and left.


    Daniel leaned on the couch, forcing a smile. He hoped Maisie woulde back to him, but what he


    wanted more was for her to return willingly.


    Loyalty was Maisie’s core belief. Even though she didn’t love him, she would still be loyal to her fiance,


    Graham.


    If he interfered with their rtionship and she fell in love with him, she would me herself and be in


    pain.


    Daniel held his forehead, feeling a deep sense of sadness. Like thorns growing in the wind, his heart


    ached and felt chaotic.


    –


    When Daniel arrived at the Thompsons, Linda teased him immediately. “Wow, the VIP is here! Do you


    still remember your sister?”


    He smiled and handed a gift to the butler.


    “What goodies have you brought?” Nichs asked, peering with tea in his hand.


    “Don’t worry. You’ll love it,” Daniel assured.


    “I only like allowances and cigarettes now. Don’t give me anything else!” Nichs stated.


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    Linda sat on the couch, too far away to hit him, so she red at him.


    Nichs yfully showed his teeth at her, like kids.


    Daniel envied their carefree rtionship. It was then that he noticed Zuko and Lina were also present.


    Linda affectionately called him “uncle” and said, “Ah, you’re so young. They should be calling you


    ‘cousin’ instead!”