The morning Maxwell was to leave was the most emotional morning for Zander and Maxwell. Zander had come a few hours ago to check. He found Maxwell sleeping so much at peace. He quickly ordered his chef to make some food. A quick breakfast before he leaves would be just perfect.By the time Maxwell woke up, everything was set. He hurriedly took his bath and came downstairs to meet his uncle. What he needs to know about the family is all at his fingertips. He is even more grateful to Uncle Zander for helping him get through his most trying times.Having a famous supporter, as this was what he had always wished for, he couldn't ask for less. The timing was perfect. Grandpa knew what he was doing, coming to look for him just when he was grown and mature enough to carry out tasks without asking too many questions."Breakfast is served." The chef announced. A mid-aged woman, her bronze hair stood out on one side of the bonnet. She tucked it in and smiled at him.Maxwell returned the smile.
"Kids?". Maxwell finally gathered the courage to ask. He continued to wipe the wine off his body."Yes, your own kids, or aren't you supposed to make kids?" Zander asked, staring from Maxwell to his father. He needed approval, an answer, or something.Maxwell swallowed hard. In his mind, he knows that was not part of the plan; that was not part of the bargain. His futile goal now is to protect Athena and make her family realize her worth and importance.Get his revenge on those he wants revenge on, and that's it. A life after should be more focused on work and making those around him happy. Athena was definitely one of those he wanted to see happy at all times. He has succeeded in getting one of his major problems solved. He didn't need to add a problem that was not on the list."Why is your face like that?" Grandpa asked Maxwell immediately, and he noticed his change in demeanor. Grandpa was fast and very observant; he could tell there was a problem with just two glances. Maxwell swa
Maxwell arrived at Grandpa's house earlier than we had planned. He has decided to discipline himself to walk strictly on time. Zander would be disappointed if, after all, he had warned me about arriving for meetings late, which fell on deaf ears.Maxwell hopped on the second bus to grandpa's city, which was just about thirty minutes away from the Fairmont mansion where he lived. When the maids met me at the door, they bowed to me and greeted me politely. I responded to the greeting and went straight in search of Grandad. Zander had returned to his home, and Mirabela was at work. And since I do not have a job yet, I volunteered to go with Grandpa to play his favorite game. I strolled up the stairs into Grandpa's large room. Grandpa was already dressed in his golf clothes. A face cap, a white shirt, and a pair of tan pants. "You look handsome grandpa." I teased a bit. Grandpa always had that smile on his face each time I teased him about his physical looks. "I was the finest amongst
Grandpa Wilmore meant every word he said to his friends. Maxwell marveled at how well he had played. He scored the highest point. Cheng and Leonardo had tried to place a bet on the game, but Grandpa Wilmore spoke against it. He didn't want them to lose all their fortune to him, as he had teased. Maxwell enjoyed the company of the old men. One day, he would be like Grandpa, with wealthy friends and a good family by his side. Wealth is indeed a very crucial aspect of man's existence. Within the few hours he spent with Grandpa Wilmore and his friends, Maxwell was able to learn a bit about investments. The men never stopped talking about the money they had invested in multibillion-dollar companies. At first, it seemed like a joke, but when he thought about those saved up for him in a card he was given months ago, he was convinced that these men could buy a nation with their wealth if they wanted. However, the one thing striking about them is their level of humility. With all the money
These past few days have been fun for Maxwell. For a second, he didn't think that he would want to leave his grandpa's house for anything. However, he had to go back to his old life, living with the Fairmonts with everyday problems.At the door, Athena welcomed him with a hug.She couldn't express how much she had missed his presence around the house. Of course he missed her too, but it's nothing compared to how much he was going to miss his grandpa and uncle Zander. He didn't have much of a chance to spend with Mirabella because she was always working, which made him feel lazy. If Mirabella could work so hard for such long hours despite all the money he has in her name, then he has to do more and better when he finally resumes his position. Grandpa had told him all he needed to know, but deep down in his heart, he was sure the Wilmores had another huge surprise for him."How was your day with your grandpa?" Athena asked. Max furrowed his brows, recalling that he had told her he was
"I don't know what else to do, '' Athena cried. Maxwell studied her face for a while; he knows she's the sniveler.She breaks down at every slight opportunity she gets. Maxwell held Athena's hand and helped her up to her feet. He stood in front of her. "Everything will be fine, trust me," Maxwell said with assurance gracing his tone. Athena raised her brow at him."You still haven't told me why you have so much belief that things will turn out fine, Maxwell. Like, who are you? Why are you so calm about everything, and all your words come to pass as you say they would? She asked. Maxwell smiled at her and pulled her closer to himself. "I am the very same Maxwell Reed, the same one that signed the marriage contract papers. He hasn't changed yet.". Hmmm! She inhaled and exhaled heavily. "It's late, ma'am. I think you should go to bed now so you don't get a headache.". Maxwell told her, and she agreed without arguing that she had been wanting to sleep once they were done with the d
"How dare he try that with me?" Athena spoke angrily as she got into her car and drove back home. She had thought she was going out to meet some reasonable people, but now she knows better. How dare he reply to that mail when he knew he was never going to show up?She got into the car and turned on the ignition. She got straight to the house and banged on the car door. She clutched her bag and began to walk inside the house."You are back so early, Maxwell said to Athena. She sighed deeply, brushing past him and placing her bag on the table."Can you imagine the old man? He said he left all he had to just have breakfast with me.First, I thought he was joking until he tried to touch me."No way". Maxwell's eyes widened. He could see the frustration in Athena's eyes as she spoke, but all he could do was feign laughter. "It's not even funny. These men are something else, jeez! He bluntly told me he wasn't going to pay for the 40 percent cancellation fee. Well, I don't know what else to
Maxwell had finished with the dishes when a bang came loud on the door. Who was that person who could not use the doorbell? He questioned himself in his mind as he walked towards the door. He wiped his wet hand over the apron he was wearing. His feet were thudding heavily on the floor. "Hold on," he called out. He grabbed the knob and turned it. The moment the door opened, he found Duncan standing in front of him."Oh, the big old man!" Maxwell exclaimed."Is Athena in?" He asked rudely, his shoulders squared on each side."Is that how you greet your in-law?" Maxwell asked humbly."Move, boy, I'm not here for jokes.". "I guess you are here to beg Athena to go back to work, then." Max replied with contempt. "I will not have you insult me, not in my brother's house.". "It's fine then. You may come in." Maxwell opened the door long enough for his enormous body size to pass through. ""Athena, you've got a guest," Maxwell called out over his shoulders. Duncan helped himself to the co