Chapter 94

Max looked up at Victoria with eager anticipation shining in his eyes.

Marcus reached over and ruffled Max's hair. "Miss Fannie's really busy today. How about your uncle takes you instead?"

Truth was, Victoria didn't have much on her plate-it was the weekend, after all. Unless Gwyneth suddenly called, she was free.

"I'm not busy these days," she said, glancing at Max with a gentle smile. "I'll come with you."

She felt a pang of sympathy for the boy—no parents, and so alone. She was happy to keep him company.

Spending time with Max always reminded her of Gwyneth. Right now, Gwyneth was probably off on some adventure with McNeil and Violet.

Marcus's lips twitched as he watched the two. Sometimes, kids really could save the day.

When Max heard that Victoria would be joining them, he nearly shouted with joy.

It just so happened that Marcus had three tickets on hand. After a quick lunch, they headed straight to the science museum.

The sprawling exhibition hall was filled with cutting-edge technology-sleek gadgets, robots, and interactive displays. At every booth, a staff member stood ready to explain the latest marvels.

section. When they reached a giant screen showing a racing

the racing

young woman nearby leaned down with a friendly smile. "Hey

our tournament today-there

Max, but the boy's

"I want to try!"

"Let him. Kids

into the competition area, and Victoria wandered off to

a robotic arm when someone suddenly called her name. Turning around, she was startled to see

did you get here?" she blurted out, genuinely

of his mouth, his expression casual and a bit mischievous. "Told you I'm in Starfall City this month for the rally. Came early to get a

a child—probably her ex, he guessed. Feeling a strange twist of jealousy,

a mixture of happiness and regret flickering across her face. Mostly, she

asked me about last time... I'm sorry,"

Osborn frowned, not following.

I won't

and now it seemed they'd never

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