My Love Until the Last Goodbye (Mary and Maximus) novel Chapter 1041

"Come here," Maximus said, opening his arms.

Laura walked over and hugged him.

"My girl… Never apologize for standing your ground. Never—hear me? Never apologize for defending what’s yours. Honestly, I can’t picture the scene, but I wish I could’ve seen it."

"Dad… This is embarrassing. I’ve never acted like that before," Laura said, truly ashamed.

"My girl, I’m really proud of who you are and what you’re becoming. It may not be the best advice, but Serenity was absolutely right. If you have to defend your daughter from someone like that woman, then that’s exactly what you should do. I’d love to see if the Georges dare come near you now…"

"And if they do, you know what?"

"What, Dad?"

"It’s simple. They’ll get to know the Evans family. If we were feared as Palmers, we’re even more so as Evanses."

"Dad… Don’t you think what I did was wrong?"

"Of course not—just try not to make a habit of it. Got it?"

"Yeah, Dad…"

"Now, where’s my coffee? I don’t see anything ready to help me process how my little girl is turning into a strong, independent woman…"

"Dad… Spending too much time with Uncle Peter is making you way too chill, isn’t it?"

"What can I say?"

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[Meanwhile, at the Brown & George Residence]

The great Joseph George arrived home, only to find the place in complete chaos. The living room was a disaster—damaged artwork, shattered vases, and countless objects scattered across the floor.

"Hilda, what the hell happened here?" the old man asked in shock.