Daniel was also taken aback but skillfully concealed his surprise. A flat greeting was all she received from him.

While Rachael guided Camila through the office, Daniel discreetly pulled Lily aside to seek clarification about the

situation.

Lily's smile was tinged with awkwardness as she explained, "She came for an interview. Initially, she applied for a

managerial position, but I discovered her writing skills. She used to be an editor, so I roped her in to handle editing

work temporarily. I'm short-staffed!"

"That's not what I'm asking!" Daniel's tone was stern as he glared at her. "Why did you hire her?"

"Oh..." Lily scratched her head, admitting, "I only found out that she's your cousin after doing a background check

two days ago."

"Lily!" Daniel widened his eyes in disbelief. "We were married, after all. Didn't you see her at my home back then?"

"Hey, hey, hey!" Lily retorted, "Don't accuse me. I'm worried that Maisie will misunderstand more than you do! We

lived separately as soon as we got married. When have I stayed at your place?"

you visited whenever we had family

I have face blindness. I can't remember faces. I never met her back

low presence. Lily aside, he

like sometimes.

the whole family paid much attention to her. Being the adoptive daughter in such

undoubtedly a lonely position.

helplessly. As he was about to leave, Lily called out

like that?

she never fit in among our family members. To be honest, I don't really

for her. Don't let

don't have to worry about that." Lily

nodded and left, coincidentally encountering Camila at

the entire office with Rachael, organized her desk, and

needed to edit.

honest smile, "Daniel, do you have time for

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