CHAPTER 465: LOST IN THOUGHTS

"What are you going to do?" Ryan asked, his gaze fixed on Maddy's bright green eyes. She looked beautiful despite everything she had been through. Her silver earrings sparkled, and her hair cascaded down her shoulders. Her red gown accentuated her fair skin, making her radiate even as she forced a smile. Ryan knew the risk he was taking, proposing to the ex-wife of a dangerous convict who was still obsessed with her. Maddy had been tirelessly focused on her work and fighting for full custody of her only child, Susan. She couldn't imagine a day without her daughter. Over the weeks, Ryan had watched Maddy grow exhausted and mentally drained. He had suggested they take a break and have dinner at Dela Cruz, an upscale restaurant. They shared a cheese, bread, and chicken meal, and Ryan ordered red wine. "Well, I think I need to sit this one out," Maddy said, lifting her sandwich to her mouth and savoring its taste. She felt ready to resign to fate, too exhausted to keep searching for the