Master of his heart (Max and Brielle) novel Chapter 789

Three days later, the test results showed Brielle was stable, at least for now. The doctor wheeled her into a regular ward, and for the first time in days, Max felt the tension in his body start to ease. But then came the pounding headache and the all-over ache that made him feel like he’d been hit by a truck.

Blinking to clear the sting from his tired eyes, he dragged himself to the ward. Seeing Brielle’s pale face lying there, all his previous pain seemed like nothing compared to the gut-wrenching agony he felt now.

Patrick walked in and saw Max looking like he’d been through hell—bloodshot eyes, stubble on his chin, and his hand gripping Brielle’s like he’d never let go.

“Any updates?” Max asked, his voice tight, still gently rubbing Brielle’s hand.

Patrick hesitated before finally whispering, “It was Mrs. Barnes. She kept you busy that night and sent someone to mess with Ms. Brielle, so…”

The Barnes family was deeply intertwined with the Dorsey family. Max was friends with Kenzo, so even though Mrs. Barnes had crossed a line, retaliating against the Barnes family would be a big deal.

Patrick’s mind was a whirl of concerns, but then Max asked, “What about Alivia?”

Max’s eyes flashed with undisguised disgust at the mention of her. He kissed Brielle’s palm, trying to use her touch to chase away the loathing gnawing at him.

“After you left, sir, Ms. Alivia told everyone you two had, well, 'sealed the deal,' and she hoped your father would bless your union. She even said you got a little too friendly after a few drinks. He bought it and approved your marriage to Ms. Alivia on the spot.”

Rage that had been simmering inside Max started to show. His lips curled into a thin, dangerous smile. “Is that so?”

Patrick stood there, stunned by the sheer force of Max’s silent fury. Max’s anger was always quiet, like now, as he calmly picked up a nail clipper and started trimming Brielle’s nails with meticulous care.