Daniella was unaware that his apology was more painful to hear, but she was still able to smile at him due to her acting ability. "It's all right. I didn't intend to fall in love with you Marcus; it simply happened, and I'm hoping you'll forget what I revealed today." She took a big breath as the truth was revealed.

　　"Be kind with yourself, Dani. You are still youthful and attractive." Marcus assuaged the woman's fears by assuring her that she would be OK. Daniella was candid and truthful with him, and her sassiness was one of the reasons he granted her access to his locked and guarded heart. If...