Chapter 2 Author:Ten-Mile Spring It felt like an eternity had passed before I finally fell asleep.
The next morning, Daniel was up early.
I thought he was rushing to the station to meet Isabella.
But when I got out of bed, I found him carefully preparing breakfast.
Seeing me in my pajamas, he walked over and gently helped me to the table.
I made all your favorites today, he said gently.

The sandwiches and fried eggs are fresh, and the milk is at the perfect temperature.
Try it.
He looked so sincere that I almost thought yesterdays events had never happened.
But soon, my head cleared.
I understood this was just his way of compensating me before going to meet Isabella.
In truth, his marriage to me was a form of compensation.

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I took a small bite, but before I could say anything, he grabbed a napkin and wiped my mouth.
Look at you.
You got food on your face, he teased me.
I forced a stiff smile, hiding my bitterness.
Why are you so quiet today? he blinked, finally noticing it.
I used to talk endlessly around him because I loved him so much.

Now my silence must have hit a nerve.
Nothing, just still waking up, I replied.
He glanced at the time, frowning, and lost interest in my mood.
Alright, well, finish your breakfast, he said.
I have an urgent matter at work, so I have to go.