"And what crime it is to protect an officer? I've given them strict orders to protect you from afar, not to cause trouble." Edward creased his brows in worry. Seeing Daisy so angry, he started to realize that the situation was serious.
"Protecting me? Was that a joke? Or do you really think I need it? So I'm a weak and helpless girl, then? Do you even think I need any bodyguard?" Daisy retorted, rolling her eyes. Hearing that got her even angrier. Why would she possibly need other people to protect her? She was a capable woman, and also possessed great military prowess. If other people knew about her husband doing this they would have a good laugh. Daisy wasn't laughing. This could damage her rep.They'd say, what kind of senior colonel needed bodyguards? And her fame in the military circle would be gone.
"Honey, I meant well. As you know, Jessica has returned. And she is plotting something to set you up. I'm worried about you, and so I sent my guys over to make sure you're safe. I had to, because I can't even focus on my daily work." Edward wasn't so confident as he appeared with his explanation. It was indeed his fault not to tell her about his plans in advance. But everything he did was for her own good. He was hoping Daisy would accept his apology.
"I see. So you meant to say, I am not weak in your eyes, but stupid. Am I stupid enough to be set up by the same person twice?" Daisy retorted, looking at him coldly. Fortunately, earlier today, there were no other officers with her. Otherwise, it wouldhave been an even bigger deal. After all, it was against the law to spy on an officer, because there was a lot of potential for military secrets to be leaked.
There's always a chance that she might try something. What if she caught you off-guard, and succeeded? Don't forget about last time accident. You can't be too careful." Edward knew how to take advantage of pitch and tone to be persuasive, and he intentionally spoke in a gentle timbre to allay her anger.
"You also said that it happened before. No one is stupid enough to make the same mistake over and over again, unless that person is nuts." Daisy gave him a cold look, fighting the impulse to hit him. If her stalker hadn't called out "Mrs. Mu" in time, she would have broken his neck on the spot. She was carrying out a secret mission today, but Edward almost ruined it.
"You're so right, baby! But come on, have a cup of water and take a break. It's not worth it to get so steamed over my mistake." Seeing her dry lips, Edward picked up his cup, and offered some water to Daisy. He wasn't going to try and argue with his angry wife, but tried to butter her up.
Edward Mu! Are you saying I'm overreacting?" Rage-filled, Daisy vented her anger. The fire inside her was stoked again, as Edward's words reminded her of Jessica. She didn't know how Edward felt about the woman, but didn't want her husband to go anywhere near her. She was very displeased to see Jessica hanging around FX International.
"No, I'm not! See? I'm begging for your forgiveness here. And I agree with every word you've said. It is all my fault." Edward winked at her with his most innocent eyes. Although his wife appeared cold and indifferent, she was actually aggressive and sharp-tongued. And when she was angry, she would definitely fight back. Edward had to be very careful with her now.
"I'm not dumb. You think I'm just being silly, and now I think you're laughing at me. You said you wouldn't interfere with my work, but look what you did today." That said, Daisy took the cup from him, and downed the beverage in one gulp. When she talked a lot, it dried her out. She needed something to wet her whistle.
"No, I'm not laughing at you! And I apologized. Please don't be so mad at me. It's also bad for your health. It's like the old saying: 'She who is angry gets old fast.' You don't want that, do you?" Edward tried to change the subject. In his eyes, right now, Daisy was like a time-bomb ready to explode.
"Are you saying I'm old because I get angry so often? Are you going to dump me for that? I see now. You want to dump me, and you are looking for reasons to get rid of me. Even if I am angry, it's your fault! I can't believe you!" The ice water did nothing to cool Daisy's rage. She was still mad. She aimed a kick at his chin, yet he dodged her attack. Papers flew from the desk as he shifted position. Something hit the floor, but neither of them was in a mood to figure out what.
"Honey! Please! Don't be so mad! I'm sorry! I'm a dumbass!" If anyone had burst in at this time, they'd never have believed what they had seen. No one apart from Daisy had ever seen Mr. Mu begging for forgiveness so humbly. What they saw every day was his decisive and ruthless side. How could they imagine he could ever make a fool of himself?
"You're sorry? But you're not sorry in your heart! You don't even think you've made a mistake! You're just sorry you got caught! So now, tell me... What does Jessica want? Does she want to get back together with you? Is that why she was here?" Grinding her teeth, Daisy spat her words. It was all Edward's fault. Edward did something he shouldn't have done. If not for him, she never would have run into Jessica Lin, much less been insulted by her.
"What? Who? You saw her? Oh... I see now. It all makes sense. She must have said something to you. And that's why you're so pissed. Am I right?" Edward flashed a smile. He suddenly figured it out. His wife was jealous of Jessica.
Nonsense! She's a nobody, already water under the bridge. I'm mad because of you, you idiot." Daisy couldn't help but soften her feelings when she saw Edward's innocent glance. However, although she claimed that Jessica was a nobody to her, Daisy was actually irked by her words, and worried about her relationship with Edward. She was angry at her dear husband, but jealous too. At this point, she admitted that she had some petty thoughts. But as a sensitive woman, she did not think there was anything wrong with that. After all, who the hell would enjoy it when her beloved husband was dating other women?