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."

twenty-three. How did you end up married to an older

long story. But basically, I

never will. That much is clear. But here I am-married. And, well...

first or the last to get divorced, especially at your age. 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 words stuck in

She still believed that one day, Maximus would finally see her, that he would leave Alexia and choose

Come on in. If you want, you

as you need. I'll be heading back to

was all

comfortable with the situation, but it was better than sleeping on

and welcoming. It wasn't luxurious,

matter where you were beautiful yet nostalgic all at

introduce you to the others so you can feel more at ease," James said with a reassuring

"Okay..."

staying here tonight, so make

Angela!" they all greeted

man who had suddenly appeared in her

it would be like to be free-to not be married, to enjoy being single again, to go back

life on their own terms. She had no

by the fire, drinking beer and wine, snacking on chips and sweets, something completely different was unfolding back at the

-

you come, Alexia?"

you that I came to see

you're putting me

you understand that everything we've been working toward just went

nover

consequences?" Maximus snapped,

clearly irritated.

your honeymoon

why I'm

why!!