"Matteo isn't spoiling me because he's rich. He spoils me because that's how he chooses to love me. He sees me as someone precious, someone he wants to give the very best to."
Adrian's expression turned serious.
"But none of that happened because I stayed silent. It happened because I told him what I needed, and he listened. He also told me what he wanted from me, and I listened because I respect him as my partner. That's how relationships grow. He's the man I want to spend forever with."
He looked at Charles.
"Mark sees your value too, Charles. You're worth more than you give yourself credit for. You deserve to be treated with love, respect, and care. So tell Mark what you want. Speak up when something he says hurts you. Let him understand you. Let him see your worth."
