My Love Until the Last Goodbye by Alut

Chapter 1053

"Wow. I wasn't expecting that," James admitted honestly. "During the day, that guy seemed really into you... That's why I didn't approach you."

"That man just wants me to stay the hell away from him!" Mary scoffed. Then, a thought crossed her mind. "Hey, wait... Are you from around here?"

"No, I'm just on vacation. Why?"

"Oh... Never mind. I just thought you might be a local," she said, a little disappointed.

"Do you need something?"

"Should I be honest?" Mary hesitated.

Right now, she didn't know anyone. This guy seemed kind and straightforward—

maybe he knew of a cheap place where she could stay.

He didn't seem like the rich type, which actually made her trust him more.

"Go ahead," James said.

"I don't have a place to stay, and I'm looking for something affordable. I don't have much money left. Honestly, I'm thinking about going back to Valentia tomorrow," Mary admitted, feeling defeated.

The place was beautiful. She had loved swimming in the crystal-clear waters. But she simply couldn't afford to stay.

"Don't worry! I know a place! If you'd like, you can stay at my house."

"What?" Mary asked, surprised.

"Yeah. I'm here on vacation with some friends-guys and girls. We're staying at my parents' house, so my home is your home. It's big, and there's plenty of space for you to stay.

"If you're unsure, you can ask around-the house is decent, and there are other girls there, too. By the way, how old are you?"

"Twenty."

you end up married to an older

long story. But basically,

doesn't love me. He never will. That much is clear. But here I am-married. And, well... I don't think it's going great, do

Plus, you're such a beautiful girl... That man doesn't know how to appreciate your youth and beauty. Think about it!" James said, and his

that one day,

here!” James said. "This is my house-well, my parents' house. Come on in. If you want, you can

back to the U.S. next weekend,

you," was all Mary could

comfortable with the situation, but

welcoming. It wasn't luxurious, but it had a cozy charm to

no matter where you were

I'll introduce you to the others so you can feel more at ease,"

"Okay..."

She'll be staying here

they all greeted

who had suddenly appeared

wondered what it would be like to be free-to not be married, to enjoy being single again, to go back to doing the things

single, living life on their own terms.

and wine, snacking on chips and sweets, something completely different was unfolding back at the hotel

-

Alexia?" Maximus's voice was

to see you?" Alexia asked, tears in her eyes, her

you realize you're putting me

with my grandmother? Do you understand that everything we've been working toward just went to hell because of this? Did you

nover

consequences?" Maximus snapped,

clearly irritated.

I interrupted your

why I'm

why!!