Chapter 0396

After the news broke, Maximus’s phone barely stopped ringing. People from various companies called to offer their condolences. While he remained attentive to his phone, waiting for the call from his driver who was bringing his children home, his mind was preoccupied with how he would deliver the news to them. At the same time, he felt a quiet excitement at the thought of seeing them again.

“Joseph, have you looked into the school I mentioned?”

“Yes, sir! I found it. Here are the details if you’d like to visit. It’s said to be one of the best in the area and is about 25 minutes from here.”

“Good. Once we get through this, I’ll go and take a look. One more question–will they both be at the same institution?”

“Yes, sir. The school offers classes from preschool to high school.”

“Perfect. They’ll be in a regular day–school program. I don’t want them going back to boarding school. Help me review the enrollment process.”

“Of course, sir. Leave it to me.”

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but feel a mix of awe and confusion. Despite the recent announcement of his wife’s death, his boss remained calm and composed. Joseph knew

may go. I need a moment

sir. Excuse me.”

pick up Laura, and once Paul and Maurice arrived, he would have to break the news to them. It wouldn’t be easy, but he

rang, and at the same time, the door to the study creaked open. A

have a seat. Give me a

picked up the phone. “Yes? Perfect. How long until they arrive? Very well, I’ll be waiting.‘

the call, stood up, and walked over to his daughter. Taking her hand, he said, ” Laura, let’s

you okay?”

“No, I’m not.”

to come here,” Laura said, lowering her

had been so busy that he hadn’t noticed when his daughter had

it will return to what it was when I was young. And for that, I’ll need your help. But first, we need

be with her. Besides, I’m almost of age. Soon I can choose where I want to

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