Chapter 0637

Maximus arrived at Diana’s apartment just after 10:00 p.m. He knew she’d likely be asleep, but despite all his efforts to get there earlier, his day’s responsibilities kept delaying him. Still, he decided it was better to arrive late than not at all. Hesitant, he rang the doorbell. The lights were off, confirming his suspicion that she was already in bed. After a moment, he rang once more. Just as he was about to leave, the door creaked open.

“Maximus…” Diana greeted him groggily, rubbing her eyes

“Hi… I’m sorry. I tried my best to get here sooner…”

“Don’t worry about it. I was asleep.”

“Oh! If you’d prefer, we can meet another time.“–

“No, no. Come in. You’re here now,” she said, stifling a yawn as she stretched like a cat.

“Are you sure?”

“Yes, come on,” she insisted, stepping aside to let him in.

“Alright… I didn’t mean to wake you.”

“It’s fine. It’s been a long day. When it seemed like you weren’t coming, I took a bath and went to bed early. I’d already been asleep for an hour. How was your day?”

“It went well. I went to see my brother. He’s the one who worries me. Recovering his memories has been unsettling for him. He used to seem so certain, but now… he feels adrift.”

“Maximus…” Diana said softly.

know how to

seeing a doctor,

“I guess…

it alone, he might be ignoring critical details. What he went through wasn’t

handed him a cup of

is something I missed about you,” Maximus said after a sip.

“What’s that?”

this. Peacefully,” he said, reaching out to take her hand and

missed our conversations, too. Especially the ones at the lookout point,” Diana said with a smile. “Hey,

All I’ve

lieat up some dinner for you. You can’t skip meals like this, What will happen to your kids if

[Slovenia, Peter’s Mansion]

dimly lit bedroom where Celeste rested. She lay propped up by

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position more comfortable.

are you

it, Peter?” she

and I just think it’s unfair. But more than that, I hate that you’re not fighting back. Still, I’ll respect your decision,” he said, sitting beside

fingers through

I loved my job, but if going back isn’t possible, I’ll find another one. That’s how it’s always

never want for anything,” Peter said, his arms tightening around

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