My Love Until the Last Goodbye (Mary and Maximus) novel Chapter 1068

"Is it far from here?" Laura asked, a bit concerned.

"Not really. I could actually walk, but honestly, with the crutches, it's kind of uncomfortable—and risky."

"If you wait for me, I'll say goodbye to my sister and give you a ride. I'm guessing it's on the way, so..."

"No! No, you came to see your sister. You should be here with her..." Adrian said, trying to keep her from feeling like she had to help him.

"Have you seen the time? Visiting hours are almost over. I'm heading home anyway—plus, Adele needs me," said Laura, getting up from the table. "Wait here. I'll help you up when we're ready to go."

Adrian just watched as this determined girl ignored his protests and did what she wanted. There was no doubt—the girl he used to know had changed. She wasn't that shy kid anymore. He was looking at a strong, independent woman now.

A woman who made her own decisions. It had taken a little over a year, but the girl he once knew had grown into a mother and a woman.

Meanwhile, he felt ashamed of who he'd become. First, a rebellious son, and then someone whose family had found a way to control him.

They'd forced him to marry someone he didn't love—a person who somehow ended up controlling the entire relationship. And now that it was over, it was obvious things weren't going to be easy.

He didn't have a job. His studies were at risk, especially with his savings running out fast—more so now that he had to pay for the injuries caused by Alice's bodyguard.

Laura walked back to Serenity's room. Inside, only Celeste was there, waiting for Peter, and Alden, who was tending to his wife.

"Serenity, I just came up to say goodbye, but I'll be back first thing in the morning so Alden can get some rest. Celeste, are you coming with me? Want me to drop you off at home?" Laura asked, knowing she'd left in a rush earlier and had probably taken a rideshare.

"No, sweetheart, your uncle says he's on his way, so he told me to wait here. You go on home, it's getting dark. I don't want you driving too late."