Chapter 0624

“Maximus, I know you’d sacrifice yourself for Peter–you’ve always been that way. But would you do it for Marcus?” Diana asked, her tone pointed.

“He’s about to become the father of twins. I don’t want Mary to end up alone again.”

“You have four children and a grandchild on the way. Two of your daughters are adults, but they’ll still need a father to guide them.”

“Peter has a grandson who adores him, and he’s been with him his whole life…”

“It’s not fair for you to keep carrying all the responsibility. Don’t you realize that if you take all the blame, you’ll never leave prison? You’d be sacrificing yourself for a company that isn’t even yours. You’re not a Palmer, Maximus! You don’t owe them this!”

“Diana…”

“No, Maximus! You’ve spent your entire life putting off what you really want for the sake of that damn company. 1 refuse to believe that you-

voice trembling with frustration. In his mind, he berated himself,

kissed her passionately–a kiss he had wanted to steal

said softly when he pulled away.

I can’t…” he said, breaking the kiss and stepping back

wanted to leave before things went any further. He didn’t want to drag her into something that hadn’t even begun yet. Going out with her tonight had been a mistake.

that’s what he told himself.

to run, but this time, she wouldn’t let him. Last time, they couldn’t be together

go. You deserve a life. You’ve already given your youth and years

lost his life because of my wife. I ruined his life. He spent 20 years without remembering anything. The

with you. Forgive me, but

“Diana…”

slender arms wrapped around his neck, and Maximus could no longer contain the desire he felt for her. Diana’s trembling hands began to undo the buttons of his shirt. Maximus, in turn, slid

the last of their clothing, piece by piece. Maximus was lost in the kisses he trailed over her body. Diana looked into his

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