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 not

to

still standing, walked over to her and knelt to meet her

could never be a burden to me. On the contrary, knowing you’ll be here makes me incredibly happy. If your parents are truly okay with it, I

don’t think so. I can’t say the same about Peter, but you

keeps the peace for now. Besides, he has

she doing that badly?”

“She can’t walk…”

at the school talks about

care of everything, but it’s been nothing but empty promises. Peter is looking after her himself, and honestly, I think that’s for the best.”

this isn’t about him. It’s about you. Why did you decide to move

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a baby and have no one to care

he would have never allowed what happened to occur. That knowledge weighed heavily on him now, as did the thought of his own

alone–she has us. But I’m grateful for your

like for a woman. That’s why I’ll be here for her.

If you and Laura have already agreed, I have no reason to

“Good.”

show you,” Maximus said, his tone taking on

“For me?”

with me. There are still a few finishing touches needed, but I

upstairs. Maximus stopped in front of a

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