After facing numerous rejections, Lily finally entered Daniel's office today to meet him.

He had just concluded a meeting, checked the time, and calculated how much time he could spare for her.

Deliberately slowing down, he figured a brief meeting would be ideal. If he could swiftly dismiss this matter, perhaps

they wouldn't need to converse again.

The thought of Maisie discovering his secret meeting with his ex-wife made him uneasy. He wouldn't be able to

explain himself if she found out.

Unexpectedly, his assistant rushed over and whispered, "Mr. Quimby, Ms. Reyes arrived early and has been

wandering around the office. If you don't show up soon, the entire company might find out she's here!"

Daniel's expression changed. Suppressing his anger, he hurried toward his office.

Although years had passed, neither of them had changed much. The only noticeable difference was the slight chill

in the eyes of a leader who had gained experience over the years.

After some self-promotion from both sides, Daniel decided to cut to the chase. "I'm sorry, Lily. I'm not too interested

in your proposal. I have to decline this collaboration."

"What?" Lily was shocked. "Why?"

"There are many powerful companies in Cumulus City.

you're the most

His expression changed.

I know

had noticed the photograph of him and Maisie on the desk

correct. The young woman she had shared a

the outline, was

the desk, changing the angle so that Lily wouldn't

What weakness do

She squinted, thinking, 'Forget it. I won't expose

she said, smiling. "In reality, we had to get married

were constrained by that. After we lost that, it was only natural that our marriage had

tell her about

her, pursed

She got up. "Perhaps you'll

"What do you mean?"

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