Max's lips pressed into a thin line as he felt the warmth of his mother's palm on his. He had accepted what she said, but she could still smell the doubt in him.He was such a good kid and deserved better rather than staying under the feet of others.“Take care of yourself, Max, and don’t go back on your word. Make sure to accept the inheritance and become a better person than your dad” she said and Max felt like the entire weight was lifted off his shoulders.“Okay, mom. I have to go now. Take care of yourself and call me if you need anything” he smiled while caressing her palm.“I will. Don’t just spoil me too much” she giggled.“I don’t mind,” he teased before walking out.However, now that she was nursed to good health, he would worry less about how bad her condition was before. That aside, Max had somewhere important to be.He rushed out and boarded a taxi to four-seasons hotel. After getting to the VIP ward, he saw Amby was already there waiting for him.“I see you are as prompt
Albert's mouth twitched slightly hearing Max's words. There was nothing he could do against the latter as he was just too haughty. Besides, he knew he couldn't force it, he just had to be patient.But how long could he wait for? What was the problem? He had only a week to convince Max and yet it seemed like he made no progress. He just couldn't think of a way to convince him."Young master." Albert sighed as he began.He wanted Max to go back to North East and put those arrogant families in place. Lately, they've all been too arrogant with no one to put them in place, besides, the family was in a dire situation and he was needed as he was the family's trump card."Go back to North East, I'll come back soon." Max's voice came, interrupting Albert's train of thoughts."Huh?"Albert froze as he allowed Max's words to sink. He couldn't believe that Max would agree just like that, it was like a dream to him."But on a condition." Max frowned as he looked at Albert who looked rather confused
Michelle frowned as she looked around wondering where the others were. She had been standing for over ten minutes and yet she hadn't seen any of her classmates. Didn't they say they were going to meet at The Four Seasons Hotel?She had taken her time to dress up and she didn't even tell Max that she was coming here. It was just a class reunion and she couldn't afford for him to be humiliated as she knew he wouldn't dress well.There was nothing she would say that would make him dress well which was why she had decided not to tell him nor bring him along. At this point, Michelle was beginning to get impatient and angry."Look who's here?" A chuckle came just as Michelle was about to lose her patience.Turning around, Michelle came face to face with some figures dressed luxuriously and in heavy makeup."Why are you guys so late?" Michelle frowned as she looked at the group."You're still as punctual as usual." One of the figures smiled as she looked at Michelle."Yeah, it's been three y
Michelle's face went red with embarrassment due to the way Max held her, but she didn't struggle, instead, she snuggled closer to him subconsciously as she felt a sense of securityShe was just about to be overwhelmed by the senseless guy in front of her, but here he was, appearing in times of difficulty. Even though she wondered what he was doing at the hotel, she wasn't in the mood to ask any questions.Max on the other had a triumphant smile noticing Michelle's action. His wife knew how to act even though he was sure to receive some scolding when they went back home. Well, then first, he was going to enjoy the embrace of his wife.David's face turned black seeing as the two were acting lovey-dovey. He wished he could kill Max and take his place. But then no matter what he had to save himself some embarrassment and ask Max for an explanation."And what do you think you're doing? If you both can't wait, you should go get a room." A sneer came just as David was about to say something.
The first person was an old man who walked rather slowly towards the scene. Behind him was another man who walked rather slowly behind the old man."Old geezer, I thought you left already?" Max frowned seeing Albert."Young Master, I'm sorry, but I was the one who delayed Mr. Albert as I needed some help with something." Ethan who was behind Albert replied hurriedly, afraid that Max was going to say something that would anger the old man."I see," Max muttered as he turned back to stare at Thomas."And what did you say just now?" Max continued as he stared at Thomas."I..." Thomas shuttered not knowing what to say. He just couldn't believe his eyes.He was not blind nor was he deaf and could see the way Ethan treated Max and the old man. From apthe way Ethan acted, it seemed like the fear he had toward Max was even greater than the one he had for the old man.Who the hell was Max? He racked his brain, but there was no answer. No matter how much he thought, he just couldn't bring himse
"Who was that with you today?" Michelle frowned as she stared at Max who seemed deep in thought."That was my younger sister." Max shrugged."How come I never knew you had a younger sister?" Michelle frowned as she turned to stare at Max."I'd suggest you face the road, or else I'm afraid we might have an accident." Max forced a smile seeing Michelle glare at him.They had already left the hotel and were heading back home, Max had already arranged for Amby to be taken home so he left rather unbothered with Michelle. But then he didn't expect her to ask him about Amby right away."Hmph!"Michelle snorted coldly before concentrating on the road. It was already late at night so there were no cars on the road. Even though she was feeling rather grateful to Max as he had come to her rescue when she needed him.She couldn't help but wonder what he was doing at the hotel by that time of the day. But then remembering Ethan and that old man, another thought came to her mind.Could it be that h
(The Next Day)"Are you going to pick me up?" Michelle smiled as she looked at Max who came down from the car."Yeah." Max nodded as he walked away with a smile.Max sighed as he watched Michelle walk into the company. She hadn't replied to him since he asked her if she was going to go to North East with him. She had been avoiding the topic like a plague.Even though he didn't ask her again after noticing it, he couldn't help but wonder what was wrong with her. Besides, he wasn't able to read her expression nor did he know what was going on in her head.He was just too confused as to what her silence meant. If she was thinking about the fact that she was going to be jobless once they got to North East, then it was just a baseless worry as he was going to arrange one for her should she want.Max sighed as he pushed the thoughts to the back of his mind, since she didn't say anything, he wasn't going to say anything instead. He was sure he would know what her choice was in the next three
Max frowned as he turned around to look at the figure who had just called him. The voice sounded rather familiar to him yet distant which made him wonder who it was."So it's you, huh?" A mocking smile appeared on Max's when he turned around and saw who it was."It hasn't even been a week yet and you're talking as if you'll ever miss me?" Max chuckled, staring at Rachel who was walking towards him with a scowl on her face."What do you think you're doing Max?" Rachel frowned at Max."What did I do?" Max frowned, feeling rather confused as to what his mother-in-law was accusing him of.Even though they weren't on good terms, he was sure that she wouldn't act rashly when they met again, but here she was, behaving as if he had done something grave to her."You mean to say you don't know what you've done?" Rachel frowned."Yeah, we've not crossed each other's way for quite some time now, how would I know what I've done wrong?" Max furrowed his brow feeling rather confused."And you still