Chapter 0086

[Present Day]

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Maximus spent the entire day at the mansion, staying by Mary’s side and helping her with her medication. Meanwhile, Peter, unable to stomach Maximus’s decision, left in a fit of anger.

By evening, Catherine seized the opportunity to foster intimacy between the couple. She had dinner served early and retired to her room, leaving them alone.

When Mary sat down for dinner, she was surprised to see only two place settings.

“Leopold, where’s Grandma

“Mrs. Catherine is resting. She was feeling a bit tired and preferred to retire early,” the butler explained.

“Oh, I see.”

“It appears you’ll only be dining with Mr. Maximus tonight.”

“Oh… okay.”

Mary felt a twinge of discomfort in her stomach. Though she’d remained calm around Maximus during the day, his presence still unsettled her. She made an effort to maintain her composure despite his kindness, but she had seen this pattern before. ‘Grandma must have threatened to take the company from him again,‘ she thought.

It wasn’t the first time Maximus had acted kind and caring under Catherine’s pressure. Mary had experienced his charm before, only to end up heartbroken when he reverted to his true self.

[In Santorini]

Mary arrived at the airport terminal with a small suitcase. She had packed light, planning only to rest and explore the area. In contrast, Maximus arrived with Alexia clinging to him, kissing and caressing him with poorly concealed jealousy.

“Maximus, please! Don’t be kind to her. I know you have to go, but don’t treat her well. You know she’s the reason we’re in this awful situation. She separated us, and she’s still doing it,” Alexia hissed.

“Alexia, my love,” he replied with a sigh, “I’m only going because Grandma is forcing me. There’s no way I’m spending a moment longer than necessary with that child.”

so much. Dream of me,” Alexia whispered before pulling him into a passionate

his suitcase behind him, his mood soured, only to

you this before you leave for your honeymoon,” Leopold said, extending an envelope.

“What is this?”

me to remind you of your recent conversation during your anniversary.”

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Chapter 006

as the one to appoint a successor, requiring majority approval for any objections. Maximus felt a cold wave of dread–no one in

The Note:

[My dear grandson,

you must hate me for forcing you to marry someone you don’t love, but you must understand 1 am not an unjust woman. I have given you countless opportunities

you to have a child with Mary. If not, this memorandum will be sent to the Palmer

If you both give it a chance, I’m certain you can

With love,

Your grandmother.]

so furious after reading the letter that he didn’t notice how late he was for the flight. He used his last name to delay the departure, while Mary

her eyes and let the music carry her away. Seeing the empty seat beside her, she smiled

that’s fine. You’ll enjoy a trip you’d never have imagined in your lifetime,”

the blanket from her first–class seat over herself and prepared to sleep

sudden jolt of turbulence startled

“Ah!” she gasped.

came a voice beside her.

from her face

landed,” he

asked, releasing his hand, which had steadied her.

suppose honeymoons require

you wouldn’t come! If this is about Grandma, let me tell you–it’s unnecessary.

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stay on your side. Alexia is probably coming to join you, so please, just respect the room. I’m not leaving

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