The man saying goodbye felt every step grow heavier and heavier.

His family was here, and he was leaving them behind to go to a place far away.

This time, he wasn't leaving alone-but he would've much rather stayed. He knew that this family needed him... and he needed them just as much.

When it was Paul's turn, Lucius fought hard not to cry. Seeing him only reminded him of how much time had passed.

If he remembered right, his little brother had been about Maurice's age when they stopped seeing each other regularly.

Back then, Lucius had been Paul's hero-just like he was now for Maurice. But the difference was, Paul hadn't seen him come back until now.

Paul's situation wasn't easy. So, before letting any emotion take over, Lucius took a deep breath and smiled.

"Paul... Come here, little brother, come on. Listen... Whatever decision you make, I'll always support you.

"I agree with Dad-maybe you should give Pierre the benefit of the doubt. Maybe he just wants to know you, maybe he just wants to be close to the person who's his son. But that's something only you can figure out.

"I can't show up and give you my version of the story-you've got to find that truth yourself.

"Look at me... You know Dad and I never really got along, but now we've managed to get along, and it's been good for both of us. So give it time, and when you're ready, you'll know if you want to accept him or not."

"Thanks, Lucius. I know you mean well, but... I'm not ready to meet him. Not yet. I'm not ready to be around him either..."

"Don't worry. It took me years—who says it won't take time for you too?

"Just a little advice... You're still young, and I've noticed you've been a bit wild with the girls lately.

"You're a good-looking guy-probably got that from Mom-but you've gotta be careful with their hearts, okay?

"Never, and I mean never, mess with someone's feelings."

"I won't..."

"Promise?"

Paul

fate might still have a few surprises in store

brothers hugged, and then Lucius went to say goodbye

his short time here, she had

each other very well, but thank

me, kid! This is your

a total mess like your

hiding in that bubble of yours. Come back. This is your real family. And if you're worried about Amanda, then just bring

you've said. Believe

do my best to convince Judge Moriarty to let me come back here

this on his own. Sometimes, they push

he can't,

teenager soon. They're going to need a man who's a bit older-not as old as their dad, but someone

sweetheart, is you."

not promising anything, but I really

goodbye to

the room where baby Adele's crib was.

he walked in. She smiled as she finished

time already?" she asked, a little

"Yeah... It's time."

miss you..." Laura said, unable to hold

too. Come here... Whenever you want, you can come visit. The house

you're close enough that I can tell

can do. I can't

Economics and

said, surprising Laura, since she hadn't told him much about the

"You know him?"

I ever see him, I'll probably throw a few

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