Daniel tightened his fists, a mix of anger and smugness coursing through him. He took pride in his financial prowess, and at the very least, he treated Maisie fairly when it came to money.
He asked, half in jest, "By the way, are you and your fiance still sharing expenses?"
Maisie's expression changed, and she nervously averted her gaze, fiddling with her hands.
"Well... I'll get you a thermos," she said, as if to leave.
But just as she reached the door, Daniel called her back. "Maisie, I have an empty apartment."
She was momentarily stunned.
He offered her a warm smile. "You could move in. I... I can cut you a deal on the rent. What do you think?"
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The apartment was situated in the city center within a top-tier luxury complex. It was a spacious 200-square-meter flat with a south-facing orientation and ample natural light streaming in through full-length windows. It offered a panoramic view of the bustling neighborhood below, especially enchanting in the evenings.
The apartment was decorated in a tasteful gray-and-white color scheme and exuded simplicity and elegance without sacrificing its grandeur. High-quality materials were used for the furnishings, and even the wallpaper hinted at luxury.
As soon as Maisie stepped inside, she was captivated. But as she stood in the center of the living room, a slight feeling of unease settled in her chest. There was a subtle but palpable ache in her heart. She took a few deep breaths, and when she saw Nicole's awe-struck expression, she smiled gently.
"Daniel is letting us stay here," she explained. "He's even giving us a reduced rent."
Nicole stared at her, her gaze knowing, but she kept her thoughts to herself.
"The security here is much better than where we used to live," Maisie assured Nicole. "You won't have to worry about Wesley and those creditors bothering us anymore. Now, you should seriously consider filing for divorce."
"Okay." Nicole nodded and started carrying her luggage into a room.
Maisie began unpacking her belongings, and that's when Daniel called her.
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