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

let me touch a thing until he brought it to you, so now we can

stories from their time in Galea, more than three years ago. Peter always had a way of making Catherine

“Alright, children, continue eating. Peter, make sure

Hardened. “My dear Maximus, why are you only calling now? I thought that stubborn heart of yours

Mary?” Maximus’s voice

just having breakfast, but I left her with Peter. He’s making sure she

the mention of his brother. Jealousy surged through him, imagining Peter gaining favor with both Catherine and Mary, especially now

you said, Grandma,” Maximus said, his

me?” she responded, her voice

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to be sure.”

do, Maximus? What’s done is done. We’re just trying to fix

to keep reminding me. I just wanted to let you know that, as of today, Alexia Levett is no longer

she chooses to distance herself

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