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Maximus had returned from Germany, but his life had changed after that trip. The man came back with more questions than answers, and the only one who could provide those answers was in Slovenia.

“Peter… you son of a bitch. Why the hell do I have to follow through with your stupid plan?” Maximus said aloud. Naturally, no one responded. He was taking a sip of whiskey when someone knocked on the door to his study. “Maximus?” came a woman’s voice.

“Come in!” Maximus said, turning his chair toward the door.

Serenity entered, walking slowly, her gaze curiously taking in every detail of the room. Maximus looked at her, feeling a sudden wave of warmth as he watched his daughter study the space–a place he had often refused to share with her mother.

“What is it, Serenity? How have you been feeling these past few days here?”

“That’s exactly what I want to talk to you about…”

“Go ahead. I’m listening.”

“I came here to take care of Laura and the kids. I plan to stay for a while, as I mentioned. I hope that doesn’t bother you…

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“Why would it bother me?”

“I know that you and I haven’t really connected much, and most of what we’ve done together has been because of Laura. I want to get to know you. I want to take advantage of being here to spend time with you.

A strange sense of nostalgia washed over him. His daughter the child he had with a love that ultimately failed- was choosing to reach out to him.

problem with that. What do you want

want you to teach

“Teach you? How?”

but I want to use this

before asking, “Serenity, aren’t you still in school? If I remember correctly, you’re in university, right? If Marcus isn’t paying for your tuition because you came here, Lean take care

dropped out,” Serenity

Maximus asked, stunned.

you going to teach me or not?” Serenity shot back, looking him straight

from Maximus, the same look he reserved for his adversaries in the business world. Maximus ran his hands through his hair and said, “I haven’t seen Marcus yet, but when

I dropped out of university.

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you realize you’re supposed to finish your degree?”

than Marcus. And trust me, my father-”

Maximus’s expression shift. She knew exactly how to manipulate both Marcus, the

agreement–committing to finishing your studies. You can’t just drop out like this. You’re a Palmer, and you need to carry that name

I don’t even have your

change it, simple as that. But you are going back to

said, her

to university, and I’ll teach you.

Serenity said, her

That’s a crucial part of your personal and professional growth. You’re an incredibly sharp young

I never gave your mother that chance. I don’t want to be the reason you

on hold to take care of Laura or the kids. I know I’m not the best father, but I can handle things. I don’t want you to sacrifice your future for them. They’ll grow up and figure out their own paths, just like you will. You’re intelligent, and I know Marcus did a great job raising you. But I bet he’s worried about the choices you’ve

him before coming here. He completely understands my reasons. Besides, I’m not quitting university -I’m just taking a break. I want to learn from you. But

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