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    For ten years, Alexander had been the center of Dani’s heart. And now, he had plummeted from his pedestal, reduced to a shadow of his former self in front of the world.


    Yet, Dani’s emotions seemedpletely untouched.


    Ryan found it impossible to wrap his head around it.


    Could this really be what love looked like after ten long years?


    Ryan ran a hand through his hair, ncing at Dani as she continued signing papers without a flicker of emotion.


    “Cedric, do you think she really doesn’t care, or is it all an act?”


    Cedric remained silent, unsure.


    Later that night, he pulled Dani into his arms and murmured, “If that’s the kind you prefer, I can be like that too.”


    Half-asleep, Dani let out a soft “Mm,” the meaning of Cedric’s words slowly registering in her mind.


    As she slipped into slumber, she murmured, “Cedric, I see how hard you’re trying to be the perfect husband. I truly value that, but what matters most is that you’re both my husband and your true self. Whatever role life may bring, stay true to who you are.” Dani’s love had always been expansive—never about chaining the one she cherished.


    To her, love that sought to possess and control wasn’t love. By now, Cedric was convinced that Dani’s heart was his and his alone.


    Alexander couldn’t help but notice the calm confidence radiating from Cedric.


    Once upon a time, he had that same unshakable poise, but his arrogance had grown from years of taking Dani’s love for granted. The soft click of the office door opening broke the silence, and it swung inward.


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    Dani stepped in, her smile warm and a bag in hand, her gazending on Cedric.


    She raised the bag with a small grin.


    “Your favorite dish. I packed some for you. If you like it, I’ll grab more next time.”


    Alexander remained off to the side, a bitter wave of humiliation washing over him.


    Once, no matter where they were, Dani’s eyes would find him first. Now, it was as if he didn’t even exist.


    “Dani.” Alexander’s restraint crumbled, and he spoke up.


    Shame burned through him, especially after the exposure of Joyce’s videos, but he forced himself to muster courage. He was ready to let go of every shred of his pride.


    Dani’s love was the only thing he craved now.


    “I need to talk to you. I know you won’t agree to a private conversation, so I’ll say it here,” he blurted, his voice trembling with resolve.


    Dani hadn’t even registered Alexander’s presence until now. Her brows furrowed the instant his voice cut through the room.


    “How did you even get up here?” she asked coolly.


    Her icy question froze Alexander mid-confession. For a moment, he could only stare at her, utterly stunned and silent.


    After a long pause, his voice quivered as he finally spoke, tinged with usation.


    “Do you have any idea how much bravery it took for me to face you?”


    Dani remained utterly clueless, her expression one of confusion, yet she was indifferent.


    Alexander, however, was desperate and frantic.


    “I know you’ve seen my videos with Joyce, but here I am, still standing before you. Do you have any idea how much courage this took?” His voice cracked with sorrow as he asked, “Do you even realize what this means?”


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