Sanford, having grown up in a wealthy and influential family, was surrounded by deceit and pretense in his circle. Maggie, however, was refreshing and sincere. Sanford must feel at ease with her. He must know that no matter how things changed, Maggie would remain Loyal and true.

Jaelyn realized this was the crucial difference between her and Maggie, despite their shared ordinariness.

It was why Sanford chose Maggie and left her behind.

Noticing Jaelyn's silence, Maggie smiled gently. “It's okay if you don't believe me. You're free to think whatever you want."

Jaelyn snapped back to reality.

A wave of understanding had now washed over her.

Suppressing her complex emotions, she asked, “Are you really committed to staying with Sanford forever?"

Maggie nodded firmly. "Yes, I won't leave him again."

"But Sanford is engaged to Millie," Jaelyn reminded her.

Maggie pressed her lips together. "Millie isn't right for him. Their engagement will end sooner or later."

Jaelyn hesitated before saying, “Even without Millie, his mom will never accept you."

Maggie nodded. “I know. But everything depends on our efforts, doesn't it? Since I chose to come back, I have no reason to retreat."

Warm sunlight poured through the window, lighting up the room.

Maggie stood there, calm and determined.

Jaelyn looked at her and felt a twinge of shame.

She cast her gaze downward, clutching her purse tighter.

When she lifted her eyes again, she looked collected.

“Maggie, dealing with Millie won't be easy. She's Sanford's fiancée now. She won't make it easy for you to stay with him. Take care of yourself."

With those words, Jaelyn left without another word.

Watching Jaelyn's walk away gracefully, Maggie couldn't resist saying, "Jaelyn, I used to envy you."