Chapter 0607

Maximus and Laura returned home after their quick stop at the dessert shop. As Maximus unloaded their purchases in the kitchen for the cook to store, he froze at the sight of Serenity sitting in the living room, suitcase beside her. His heart skipped a beat. Laura’s words earlier about Serenity moving in weren’t just speculation–they were true.

her

For a moment, he was struck with disbelief. Having all his children together in his home was something he hadn’t even dared to dream. But the thought of dealing with the fallout from her parents quickly tempered his excitement.

Serenity stood when she saw him.

“Maximus, can we talk?”

“Of course. What’s with the suitcase?”

“I’ll explain in a moment. Can we speak in private?”

“Sure… Let’s go to the study.”

Maximus felt a strange intimidation from the look Serenity gave him. He recognized it–it was the same intense, piercing gaze he used during negotiations to unnerve his opponents. But seeing it directed at him was unsettling in a completely new way. For the first time, he understood How those business rivals had felt.

Once inside the study, Maximus closed the door, and Serenity took a seat before speaking

“Maximus, I’ve left my parents‘ house. Laura needs me, and I wanted to ask if you have any issues with me living here.”

“Serenity… I have no problem with it. In fact, I’m thrilled. But I’m concerned about your parents‘ reaction.”

“They already know and have accepted my decision. I’ll also contribute to household expenses to cover my costs, she said firmly.

know that’s

want to be

still standing, walked over to her and knelt to

happy. If your parents are truly okay with it, I take it Marcus won’t try to break my face when he

same about

keeps the peace for now. Besides, he has his hands. full with Celeste’s

doing that

“She can’t walk…”

the school

empty promises. Peter is looking after her himself, and honestly, I think that’s for the best.”

you. Why did you decide to move in?”

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is to be a baby and

have never allowed what happened to

has us. But I’m grateful for

You can’t fully understand what it’s like for a woman. That’s

not. If you and Laura have already agreed, I have no reason to

“Good.”

I want to show you,” Maximus said, his tone taking on a mysterious

“For me?”

still a few finishing touches needed, but I

and daughter left the study and made their way upstairs. Maximus stopped in front of a door, pulled out a key, and handed it to Serenity.

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