My Love Until the Last Goodbye by Alut

Chapter 0398

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“My children,” Maximus began, placing a hand on each of their shoulders. “Laura and I need to talk to you about something. Paul, I need you to pay close attention. Let’s go to my study, and we’ll discuss it there.”

The small family made their way to the study and closed the door. Once inside, Maximus shared the grim news about Alexia’s passing. He had expected a different reaction, perhaps an outburst of emotion, especially from Maurice. But to his surprise, the two boys seemed unfazed. They simply exchanged glances and asked what would happen next. Laura, visibly perplexed, stepped in to answer

“We’re going to live in Dad’s house now!” she said with a mix of enthusiasm and uncertainty.

“But isn’t this Dad’s house?” Paul asked, his confusion evident.

“It is,” Maximus replied with a soft smile, “but I want us to move to the Palmer mansion. That will be our home now. It’s bigger, and we’ll have more space. You can even have a dog- or two–since the gardens are enormous. This house will always belong to you, but I want us to live together as a family. No more boarding schools, no more being apart, and no more distractions from work. I’m taking time off so I can focus on you. Do you understand?”

lack of emotional response. The apparent distance in their relationship with Alexia was surprising but, upon reflection, understandable. She had sent them off to boarding school

shirt to get his attention. “I’m hungry.

Maximus asked, slightly puzzled by the abrupt shift in

get pizza?” Maurice asked, bouncing with

go out for it, or should we

it, Dad,”

the situation. Alexia had not been a loving mother, but he had at least expected a few

anger.

and waiting for it to arrive, the reunited family enjoyed a picnic under a large tree in the garden. For the first time, the four of them shared a meal together, chatting and laughing. Maximus was in awe. He had anticipated a somber day full of heartbreak, given the news he had just delivered. Instead, his children were relishing their time together as a family. Even Paul, who was usually absorbed in his world of headphones and solitude, had taken them

was scheduled for 4:00 p.m. at the

questions flew. The infamous love story of Maximus Palmer and Alexia Levett, which had