Hayes Hughes's love for Mia Grant was complicated.
Perhaps it was his personality, but he disliked forcing things and wasn't good at taking the initiative.
He would feel sad whenever someone else drew Mia Grant's attention away from him.
No matter who it was.
He was far from as magnanimous as he imagined himself to be. He had to admit that people have a darker side.
Human nature is inherently flawed, and many things require self-control.
But beyond the sadness, he also felt happy for her.
In his eyes, this wasn't a bad thing.
She deserved to have everyone treat her well.
She was meant to be loved so unreservedly.
Her sensitive nature, coupled with her early isolation and lack of love, meant she had stumbled her way forward on her own. This made her insecure, constantly worried about loss, and always second-guessing herself.
Now, being showered with such overwhelming affection, her steps would only grow firmer.
Seeing her happy, he was genuinely happy for her.
