This time, before Margot could finish speaking, Dominic interrupted her.
“Margot, you are my wife now. Your affairs are my affairs, and the family’s affairs. Grandma is speaking up for the Stewarts. You don’t need to apologize. As for severing ties with the Johansons, it was a decision Grandma and Dad made.
“Those business partnerships were only maintained because of the marriage arrangement. If they can’t even treat their own daughter well, how could they be trusted in business?
“Ending the cooperation early was simply to eliminate potential risks and minimize losses. Don’t blame yourself for everything, alright?”
At his explanation, Margot felt a little better and stopped crying.
Dominic took out a tissue and gently wiped away the tears on her face. His touch was incredibly tender.
Seeing the concern in his eyes, Margot softened.
“We’ve only known each other for a month. Is it because you were so certain I’ll marry you that you’re being so kind to me?”
Dominic’s hand froze, his fingertips lightly grazing her forehead.
He looked at her sadly, and his voice became gentle.
“It’s not that we’ve only known each other for a month, it’s that you only remember this past month. I’ve known you for much
longer, Margot.
“Before I was seven, you were the only person in my life. Back then, the adults in the family were busy, and Charles was just a
year older than you.
