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    “Cedric told me you two are just that kind of rtionship.”


    Her expression unchanging, Dani responded evenly, “And what kind would that be?”


    “You two are merely sexual partners.”


    A soft chuckle escaped her.


    “Well, if that’s what he’s told you, then I suppose you have your answer.”


    As she spoke, Alexander’s mind scrambled to weave this new information into his narrative of her—Dani, ever the romantic obsessive.


    Once, she had been hopelessly entangled with him; now, it seemed, she was in love with Cedric.


    Comforted by this thought, his initial worries began to dissolve.


    “Dani, I understand you’re a mature woman now, but such fleeting rtionships seldomst. Marriage offers more stability.”


    Dani eyed Alexander with incredulity, her gaze as if sizing up a man who’d lost his sense.


    Alexander, always keen to assume the role of the wise mentor, now basked in a newfound sense of superiority, knowing Dani had unfulfilled desires.


    With a grandiose flourish, he posed a question, draped in an air of generosity.


    “Have you ever considered that perhaps I might be a better fit for you than Cedric?”


    Amused by his audacity, Dani quirked an eyebrow.


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    “A better fit for what, exactly?”


    Frustration flickered across Alexander’s face, his patience fraying as he mistakenly thought Dani was feigning ignorance.


    “For an intimate rtionship. I believe I’m far more suited for you than Cedric. We’d be remarkablypatible.”


    Dani’s response was a sarcastic sneer, her amusement turning to disdain.


    “Let me get this straight… you just trashed this kind of rtionship, and now you’re eagerly signing up for it? Are you always this full of shit?”


    At her sharp words, Alexander’s cheeks flushed a bright red.


    “Yes, but that doesn’t apply to me. Dani, we’ve been in each other’s lives for what feels like forever.


    You know the kind of man I am. I would never harm you or use you for my own gains. Moreover, entering into this kind of rtionship could be our stepping stone to something more permanent, like marriage.”


    He straightened, his voice taking on a tone of benevolence.


    “And let’s not forget, I’m willing to overlook your past with Cedric. But should we move forward together, I expect you to show the same integrity and not entertain his advances anymore.”


    Dani’sughter echoed in the crisp morning air, unrestrained and clear.


    “Hearing you talk like this—it’s almost like listening to aedian at work.”


    Alexander’s face went nk, his expressionpletely frozen.


    Dani’s voice broke the silence.


    “Old habits are hard to shake, aren’t they?”


    Alexander’s brows furrowed, and he opened his mouth to respond, but Dani cut him off before he could say anything.


    “Do you have any idea what you look like right now? Like one of those arrogant people who think the world owes them something.


    You carry yourself as if you’re untouchable, expecting everyone to grovel just to catch your attention.


    You think you won’t hurt me? There are plenty of couples who stay together even when they’re distant, but we couldn’t evenst that long. We were divorced after just one day of marriage, which proves you were never the right choice. And honestly, how could you evenpare to Cedric?”


    It felt like Alexander had walked into a dream, only to be ripped from it and pped awake in the most brutal way. His face went as white as a sheet.


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