Married a Secret Billionaire novel Chapter 1771

"Lily..."

Lily flashed Maisie a gentle smile that conveyed everything without needing to be said.

"If you require assistance, just let me know. I'll do everything I can!"

"Thank you," Maisie replied, meeting Lily's sincere gaze.

"Why thank me? We get along well, and I'm happy to help!"

The two shared smiles.

Maisie poured a cup of coffee for Lily, and they settled by the floor-to-ceiling window, quietly admiring the distant scenery.

Spring had arrived in the city. The mountains in the distance had regained their lush greenery. Cherry blossoms along the streets resembled clusters of pale pink mist and swallows flitted through the willow branches joyfully.

Despite the arrival of spring, the frost in Maisie's heart proved resistant to thawing.

Lily turned to her, softly asking, "Maisie, are you truly never going to forgive him?"

Maisie fell silent, unsure how to respond to such a complex question.

Rather than recalling past times with Daniel or the love and hate they shared, what flashed through her mind were the days after losing her memory and reconnecting with him.

Scenes played in her mind—him appearing with a teddy bear at the kindergarten, a secret amusement park built just for her, covering her with his coat and whispering "I'm here" when danger loomed...

It was his attempts at household chores, the longing and nervousness in his kisses, the sense of peace when he stayed by her side day and night...

Maisie's heart stung, and she involuntarily closed her eyes.

"I'm not advising you to forgive him." Lily's voice was gentle. "I'm hoping you can forgive yourself."

"Lily..."