Chapter 0039

Peter took a shower and fell asleep like a rock, while Mary stepped out onto the balcony of her room, staring at the night sky. She wondered, “What could Maximus be doing now? I didn’t even get to say goodbye.”

She sighed, recalling the conversation she overheard between Emma and Catherine. Maximus had someone else in his heart; she had only been a guest in his house, nothing more. ‘I shouldn’t have fallen for him, she thought.

Shaking her head, she reminded herself, “Mary, don’t be foolish! This is your chance to discover new things. Peter says Grandpa is safe, and if he’s fine, you need to find your happiness too.”

With that, she went to the kitchen to grab a glass of milk, took a bath, and put on the pajamas Grandma had bought for her before falling into a deep sleep.

The next morning, sunlight poured through the sheer curtains, creating a dazzling display. She opened the sliding door and breathed in the scent of the sea. Deciding to take a walk, she ventured across the .meadow in front of her room. To her surprise, the house stood on a hill, with a path leading down to the

beach.

For a long time, she strolled along the shore, the sand golden and soft under her feet, the beach veiled in a light mist. It wasn’t cold; the warmth was pleasant, She collected a few seashells that caught her eye. Her nightgown, now damp with sea spray, clung to her body, accentuating her graceful curves. From a distance, Peter watched her, thinking, ‘How could Maximus be so blind? This girl is stunning, and yet he’s still obsessed with Alexia.”

“Mary!” Peter’s voice called from afar.

She turned and saw him motioning for her to come back. She reluctantly made her way up the makeshift steps. When she reached the top, Peter extended a hand to help her up, holding a cup of coffee in the other. He was dressed in gray silk pajama pants, and now that she saw him up close, she noticed how toned his body was. The night before, she hadn’t paid much attention, but he was far from thin, contrary to what Grandma had said. Blushing, she looked away.

“Come on! Today I’m taking you into town to buy anything you need. We’ll get more clothes too. From what I saw yesterday, the clothes Grandma bought you won’t suit this warm weather.”

“Oh, you don’t have to. I don’t want to trouble you if you’re busy.”

“Woman! Did three months with Maximus kill your desire to go out? Let’s have breakfast, and then we’ll go shopping. I already asked Agnes to serve us in the garden. You haven’t seen it yet.”

“Okay, let’s go.”

The garden was beautifully arranged with flowers of all colors and shapes, suited to the coastal climate. In the center was a small garden table, already set with coffee, milk, and French toast. Everything looked delicious.

Peter and Mary enjoyed breakfast, chatting about light topics. She asked him about the area, and like a true storyteller, Peter shared the history of the place. She was amazed at how much he knew, he was like a walking encyclopedia, with the charm of a Casanova. It was easy to see why women would fall for

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multilingual, and always ready with interesting conversation. His outgoing and friendly personality made him even more appealing.

about?” Peter asked, taking a sip of his

to hide her thoughts.

card across the table

shopping, it’s time for you to start paying the bills.

I can’t

Mary. I trust you’ll be responsible with your spending, and I won’t

these things around. What if I lose it? This card has a lot of money on it,

lose it, we’ll cancel it. Simple

don’t like it. If you insist, just don’t complain later!”

Peter replied in

mine for something important. I want to make sure

you mean?”

to get you new

“What?”

a new identity. From now on, you’ll be

won’t this get us into trouble?”

like you’ll be buying houses or anything. But this will help you blend in and move

be able to go out here?”

there are a few things we need to

of

a bit! We have an appointment with my friend later,

“Okay!”

shower and get ready. Hurry up, because I don’t like to

I don’t like it. If you insist, just don’t complain later!”

responsibly!” Peter replied in a more

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