My Love Until the Last Goodbye (Mary and Maximus) novel Chapter 551

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Maximus got up, took a shower, and headed to Frederick Sander’s house. He rarely drank to the point of inebriation, but guilt had gnawed at him until he drowned it in alcohol. It wasn’t the best solution, but it silenced his inner demons, at least for a while. 

After driving for over 30 minutes, he finally arrived. Frederick greeted him at the door, his expression neutral, and led him to where Marcus was waiting. Upon seeing Marcus, Maximus couldn’t resist a sarcastic remark. 

“Well, well! Did someone finally punch you, or did you hit your face in the shower?” 

“Maximus, I’m not in the mood for your comments… Besides, you don’t exactly look like the picture of health yourself.” 

“Gentlemen, I need you both to behave,” Frederick interjected, sensing the tension. “I’m speaking to adults, not kids.” 

Maximus, wearing sunglasses and looking irritable, muttered, “I might be tired and drunk, but at least I don’t have a bruised face.” 

Just then, the doorbell rang again. Frederick hesitated, wanting to stay in the room to ensure the two men didn’t come to blows. 

“I’ll get the door. Meanwhile, I expect you two to behave. I need both of you focused for what we’re about to discuss we have a serious problem.” 

“Who else is coming?” Marcus asked warily. “I hope it’s not Peter.” 

“I don’t see why my brother being here would be an issue,” Maximus replied, checking his phone. “But if you’re looking for him, he’s out of the country.” 

“How do you know that?” Marcus pressed. 

“He called me… well, never mind. He told me he’d be away for a while.” 

“You knew your brother was alive this whole time?” Marcus exploded, his frustration evident: 

“He’s my brother! And as far as I know, I don’t owe you an explanation…” 

“Maximus! Did it never occur to you that it might be important for me to know?” 

“No, it didn’t. He doesn’t want Mary to know, and I respect his decision. Judging by your reaction, you also knew he was alive. Now that I think about it, my car has a smashed window, and your face looks like it’s been through a fight. Don’t tell me you and Peter…? God, you’re good friends! Oh, right, I forgot–you married his wife.” 

“Maximus!” Marcus roared, lunging toward him. 

“Enough, both of you!” Frederick shouted. “I’m going to answer the door. Maximus, it’s your assistant–or ex- assistant–Matthew. He needs to be here too. Maybe he can help clarify some things. Marcus, I need you to stay calm. This is critical.” 

“Let me go. I’m not going to touch this idiot…” Marcus muttered, casting Maximus a sharp glare. 

Maximus sighed in annoyance and went to open the door. 

“Maximus? What’s going on? Are things really so bad that you’re here too?” Matthew asked. 

“Trust me, if I could avoid it, I would. But my presence was requested.” 

“Have you been drinking?” 

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“Just a little. Come on, let’s go to Frederick. The sooner we finish, the sooner I can go home. My head’s killing 

me.” 

“You reek of a distillery! No wonder your head hurts.” 

Back in the study, Frederick handed Maximus a glass of water and some pills. 

need you sober and focused for what we’re about to review.”