Chapter 0702

Chapter 0702

Maximus had left the hospital to tend to some business matters, giving Peter the perfect opportunity to slip away. It had been almost three weeks since he’d been to Slovenia, and not being able to contact Celeste was gnawing at

him.

By the time Maximus realized what had happened, his brother was already en route home. He wanted to yell at him- he was furious with Peter’s reckless and immature behavior. But he knew that fighting with him would only make helping him harder.

At Peter’s house, Brock greeted him as soon as he arrived.

“Sir, how are you? Miss Celeste has been trying to reach you, but we haven’t been able to get through.”

“I’m fine, Brock, just a little tired. How is Celeste? Where is she?”

“She’s in her room, sir. She just returned from therapy and is making remarkable progress, just as you been accompanying her on her beach walks, but I must admit, she’s been asking about you a lot.”

asked. I’ve

“I know, Brock. Believe me, I’ll make sure this doesn’t happen again. Don’t mention it to her, but I’ve had pressing matters in Valentia, which is why I’ve been delayed.”

“Understood, sir. Everything’s in order. Shall I prepare anything for you?”

I’ll go see

“Very well, sir.”

was likely upset. But when he entered her room, he found her fast asleep. The sight brought a pang

surgery, but the thought of it going wrong terrified him. What if he lost his memories

future.

truly was cruel–just when he had a chance to rebuild, his health was failing him. With those thoughts swirling in his mind, Peter slipped off his shoes and lay down beside her. The familiar scent of him

to face with Peter’s intense gaze. Tears welled up in her

been? I was so worried! I thought something had happened

with some business matters in Valentia. Things took longer than I expected.”

to contact you, but we couldn’t reach

When Peter’s mind wandered, it split between his concern for Mary and his love for Celeste. Even now,

pulled Celeste close and kissed her

Chapter 0702

My work demands a lot of attention sometimes, especially with Alden away. I’ve had to take over many of the

controlling, but you worried us. Please, if you have business to attend to, just let me know. Give me some kind

teased, a smirk playing

did! We’ve been together for over eight months now.

“Celeste…”

after weeks apart. He needed her close, her presence grounding him in a way nothing else could. They melted into a flurry

you. I need you,” he murmured, his hands tracing the curves of her body as he held

her mind whispering, Just don’t lie to me, Peter. That’s all I ask.‘ She couldn’t deny that her feelings for

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