Surveillance device

Charles didn't want a repeat of the time he found Maria in the rain.

If anything had happened to her then, he would never have forgiven himself.

Now that their relationship was growing closer, and Maria was showing him more trust, he felt it was time to say that.

However, after he spoke, watching Maria’s face darken, he felt a pang of regret. After all, their relationship had grown quite intimate, but it hadn't crossed that final line yet. "Ria..."

"I agree!" Maria interrupted him, her face tense as if she was facing a formidable enemy. "I know you're worried about me, so I don't mind you watching over me, but..."

At this point, her full, pink lips pursed tightly. She struggled for a moment before continuing, "If... if you see something... can you promise not to get angry, not to blow up?"

Charles was taken aback. "What?"

Maria stomped her foot in frustration.

How was she supposed to tell Charles about Mia’s betrayal?

These past few days, she hadn't seen Alexander, but she had a