Reporter

A reporter standing by, speechless, cast a glance at the one who had just asked the question.

Such an audacious query!

Charles had jetted off to Europe on the day of their wedding and hadn't returned in two years. It was clearly a business alliance, devoid of love.

Everyone knew the truth, yet she insisted on voicing it.

Was she so desperate for a headline that she would risk her career?

The staff members around darted anxious glances at Charles, fearful that the executive, who rarely gave interviews, might lose his temper.

Charles lifted his gaze, casting an indifferent glance at the reporter, and then shifted his attention to Maria, who was practicing her martial arts moves.

"Mimi."

His voice wasn't loud, but Maria heard him. Seeing Charles surrounded by reporters, she excused herself from Matthew and approached him.

"Honey, what's the matter?"

He gently reached out, taking Maria’s hand. Seeing the fine sweat on her forehead, he furrowed his brow and asked softly, "Tired?"

At his