"And Marcus? Where is your husband?" Maximus asked, doubtful."Maximus… Can you help me?" Valerie responded without wanting to give any details."Of course! Let me talk to Matthew, he’s the only one who can help me send someone. I can find you a hotel to stay at...""Thank you…"Maximus paused for a
"Sir, I don’t think this will be necessary. Get in my truck, and I promise I’ll let your men go without any violence. Mr. Moriarty really wants to talk to you, and he’s not in a good mood."Marcus did as the man requested and got into the truck in front of him. Afterward, he saw that his security te
Peter had been taken out of Valentia by Theodore, just in time to avoid being arrested. He didn't even have the chance to check if Mary was in good hands and safe—his friend and companion had stopped him, and no power on earth could convince him to go see her.He was being taken to his home in Slove
Celeste had heard the name Mary before. She didn’t know who it was, but it was obvious it was a woman, someone with whom Peter had likely spent all this time.Celeste sat down on the bed, the same one that had kept her company during the months when she couldn’t walk. One of her hands pressed agains
Maximus was at the police station when Magnus Evans arrived. The man walked in, and many people there recognized him. Apparently, he wasn’t invisible to the eyes of the police. This man had more power than the Palmer family, although he kept himself completely secretive in Germany.Magnus had learne
"I understand, Maximus... It's just that I don't know if bringing your ex-wife is wise, especially with Marcus out of control. I only had to hear how he spoke to you earlier to realize that man is dangerous.""Calm down! As long as you’re by my side, there won’t be any misunderstandings."Magnus lis
Peter had been in his office for a long time, struggling with what was on his mind and what he was truly feeling. He realized that by not answering the questions Celeste had asked him, he was confirming whatever she might be thinking, and quickly he stood up from his chair and went to the room he sh
As Peter returned to Slovenia, Maximus made the decision to bring Mary with him. The only way he could ensure she was safe in case of a relapse or a run-in with Marcus was to have her at Magnus’ house. He didn’t know why Marcus had left her stranded at the psychiatric hospital, but he knew it wasn’t
"Monday?""No, I mean… what’s the date?""August 15th.""What year?"She laughed softly, as if I were playing some kind of joke on her."2003… Peter, what kind of prank are you trying to pull? Come on, get out of the bathroom. I need to pee, and you’re taking forever. And don’t forget—we have the ap
After thinking it all through, I knew I couldn’t leave her alone. If something happened to me, all my wealth would go to her. My children would never be left unprotected, and she would never have to worry about money again. But that wasn’t enough. I didn’t want to leave her alone to raise our childr
Diana and Maximus stepped out of the room, both looking exhausted and worried. It was already 10:00 a.m., and there was still no news about Peter. Celeste had finally fallen into a deep sleep after drinking the tea they had brought her.Marcus and Valerie had left the hospital a few hours earlier to
"Just curious…""Hmm… Are you sure?""Yeah…"Peter had been wondering about this ever since he came across an old photo of himself standing next to Mary, who had pink hair at the time. Fate worked in strange ways. Celeste had always been there—she was the little girl in the corner of that very pictu
Celeste went back into the room, and Peter looked at her, his eyes softening."Come here… I want to hold you."Something in his gaze unsettled her, but without hesitation, she stepped closer."Do you know that since the moment I met you, you became my whole world? I still can’t believe you’re going
"What is it? Peter, I don’t understand… I’ve never asked you for anything. Well, except earlier, when I made you promise not to leave me alone with our kids. That alone would make me happy.""I know! But this time, I want to do things right… I mean, I’m a man, a proper man—I can’t keep doing things
Valerie and Alden kept chatting while the café prepared a salad for Serenity. Valerie was surprised at how well Alden already knew her daughter’s tastes.As she watched her future son-in-law, she realized her daughter had made a good choice. Guilt crept in when she thought about her initial reaction
Alden nodded. "Yes. And I know the history between them. But to be completely honest? I don’t care."That was years ago. You moved on with your life. My father did the same."As adults, the past shouldn’t dictate our present. I know it’s hard to ignore it, but to me, it’s not important."Valerie sig
Alden had gone to find a room for Serenity. He knew this wasn’t a hotel—it was a hospital—but sometimes, accommodations could be made for certain people. He figured it was worth a try.Marcus was right. Serenity had endured a six-hour flight without any breaks, and it was already past midnight. She