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Chapter 72

So, how did Maxwell take the news?" Carson asked, his voice laced with concern as Alice walked through the door.

Alice sighed, hanging up her coat and kicking off her shoes. "Not well," she admitted, moving to join Carson on the couch where he sat with Charlie. "He was hurt, angry even. I... I think we might have lost him as a friend."

Carson wrapped an arm around her, pulling her close. "I'm sorry, love. I know he meant a lot to you."

Alice leaned into Carson's embrace, reaching out to stroke Charlie's soft hair. The baby gurgled happily, oblivious to the adult concerns swirling around him. "It's for the best," she said softly. "We need to focus on our future now. Speaking of which, have you told your family yet?"

Carson's face lit up with excitement. "Not yet. I wanted us to do it together. What do you say we give them a call now?"

Alice nodded, a mix of nervousness and anticipation fluttering in her stomach. "Okay, let's do it."

Carson had already explained everything concerning hi
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