Chapter 0628

Maximus arrived in Slovenia, where Peter’s driver was already waiting to take him to his brother’s grand estate. As they approached the enormous house, Maximus couldn’t help but admire its majesty, but he chose not to

comment.

“I hope your visit is short and that you’re not here to punch me in the face!” Peter said gruffly as he descended the staircase, clearly annoyed.

“Peter! I wouldn’t be here if you hadn’t created this mess,” Maximus replied, tossing a briefcase at his brother.

“Coffee or something stronger?” Peter asked, catching the case with a smirk.

“Coffee’s fine.”

“Let’s head to the garden. I need some fresh air.”

“What’s wrong with you? You’ve sounded irritated since I called.”

The brothers walked down a long corridor leading to an expansive garden filled with manicured lawns and vibrant rose bushes.

“Celeste…” Peter began.

about her?” Maximus

like this breaks me. And now her school those bastards just fired her. It was easier for them to dismiss her than to cover the cost of the treatment she needs,”

swimming in money. Remember? You don’t need to worry about the cost of her treatment. If you wanted, you could

think I don’t know that? The problem is, the dismissal email was sent directly to her. She tried to hide it from me. She wanted to negotiate, hoping they’d let

really bothering you? Is it the dismissal,

don’t know anymore!” Peter snapped, running a hand through his hair. “My mind is a mess. I can’t stop thinking about Mary. And even

an idiot,” Maximus said

temper rising. “What do you mean by

wto

confronting your feelings about Mary. And here I am, being called the heartless one, but look at you–manipulating a woman to escape your own fears.”

That’s not true. I care about

lying to yourself. Stop deceiving that woman. If you truly care, pay for her treatment, ensure she recovers, but let

sure?” Peter asked, crossing his arms.

“Because I’ve been there. With Mary. When we were younger, I was attracted to her–her eyes, her energy.

ever met. I enjoyed her company, but I didn’t love her. And I’m not

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