Chapter 0063

Chapter 0063

Mary woke up after a long nap, feeling relaxed. Peter hd been right–the lavender oil had helped soothe her. Perhaps it was the change of environment, or maybe it was having Catherine and Peter close by. She knew she had to be strong and recover quickly so she could see her grandfather again. Whatever the reason, she had slept like a baby.

“Mary… can I come in?” Peter’s voice called from outsle the door.

“Of course! Come in!” she replied, her volce still drowsy.

“How’s the most beautiful woman in this house doing today?” Peter teased as he entered.

“Peter, stop flattering her and come in already. Mary must be starving,” Catherine chimed in from behind him.

“Oh, Grandma, don’t be jealous. Mary’s the second most beautiful woman in this house,” Peter joked as he set down a tray with a delicious breakfast.

“Wow! This smells amazing. These are my favorite foods!” Mary exclaimed, her eyes wide with delight.

“I told you I’d take care of you and help you recover. And the first step is to make sure you’re well–fed and happy.”

“Peter

thing

with a pot of coffee and cups for the three of them. For that moment, they seemed like a family–husband, wife, and mother–in–law. The atmosphere was light and cheerful as they laughed over stories from their time in Galea, more than three years ago. Peter always had a way of making

eating. Peter, make sure this girl eats everything on her plate,” she instructed as she

Catherine answered the phone, her expression Hardened. “My dear Maximus, why are you only calling now? I thought that stubborn heart of yours might have started worrying about your wife

you with Mary?” Maximus’s

with Peter. He’s making

through him, imagining Peter gaining favor with both Catherine and Mary, especially now that his marriage was

looked into what you said, Grandma,” Maximus said, his voice

she

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to

to do, Maximus? What’s done is

reminding me. I just wanted to let you know that, as

I will respect. If she chooses to distance herself from you,

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