Shirley watched Daniel, her emotions a tangled mix of worry and heartache. She knew he would do anything for her, but the thought of him putting himself in even greater danger terrified her.
"Daniel, no one's threatening me," she said, her voice trembling as she bit her lip. "I've made my decision. Tristan can give me the life I need and help my family through this crisis. But you... you can't give me those things."
Daniel's heart ached at her words. He reached out, gently brushing away the tears on her face.
Shirley turned her head, avoiding his touch and his gaze. "Just think of me as a selfish woman, Daniel. Forget about me and move on."
Daniel grabbed Shirley's shoulders, desperation in his eyes as if trying to stop her from slipping away.
But Shirley pulled free, shaking her head
