Daniel reentered Maisie's world and often stayed in her apartment, claiming to watch over and protect her. Despite

her attempts to refuse, she eventually relented.

While he had to settle for the sofa, he was content with it, believing he could sleep beside her one day. Daniel spent

most of his time with Maisie, taking care of household chores and cooking her meals. Now, he truly understood how

challenging it had been for her to do these tasks for him before and how much she had loved doing them every

day.

Sometimes, Maisie watched him bustling around the house, puzzled by inexplicable dreams that haunted her.

However, she admitted to feeling more at ease with Daniel around. He provided a different kind of comfort

compared to what Graham had offered.

In the past, Graham often deferred things, saying, "wait until later", "when there's an opportunity", or "in the

future".

In contrast, Daniel frequently assured her, saying, "I'm here", "leave it to me", and "don't be afraid". His words

expressions of love but

and Daniel was in the kitchen, carefully stewing carrot and beef brisket. It

learned to cook, and he treated each ingredient and seasoning

experiment.

filled the apartment, and he smiled in satisfaction, covering the

then, the doorbell rang.

surprised to find Linda at the

I'd find you here. Your brother-in-law even suggested I go

him you

over a bag

my place

"Thank you," Daniel said.

wasn't around, Linda asked, "Is

took the day off, and I wanted her

never expected

not," Daniel replied.

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