The Ugly Wife’s Stunning Comeback (Felicia and Max) novel Chapter 468

Max lounged on the sofa, grabbed a glass from the coffee table, and took a long drink. “A deal’s a deal. I’ll give you ten percent of HY Production’s equity.”

Darin sat down across from him and reached for his own drink. “At least Anne’s got someone to take care of her now.”

Anne had spent a day at Max’s place but was already asking to go back to her mom.

“She sticks to her mom these days,” Max said.

Darin grinned. “Kids always end up loving their mom more.”

Max just sighed, a little helpless. “Yeah. She’s even started throwing little tantrums at me when it comes to her mom.”

Darin watched him, catching the soft, genuine look in Max’s eyes. This was the real Max, the one who cared deeply, no pretending, just honest affection.

“You three went to see the sunrise together, right? Didn’t help patch things up between you and your wife?”

Max stared at his glass, the dark liquid swirling as his eyes reflected back at him. “Things like this just take time.”

He finished his drink, checked his watch, and stood up. “I’ll have the contract sent over to you tomorrow. I should get going.”

He left the private room without another word.

Darin watched him go, then sat there quietly finishing his drink alone.

The Rolls-Royce eased to a stop outside the Ross family’s villa.

Anne was still awake. She called Max on video right as he arrived.

He picked up, and Anne’s sweet face popped up on the screen, framed by her strawberry pajamas. “Daddy, look what Mommy bought me!”

Max smiled. “Those are adorable.”

She giggled. “Where are you right now, Daddy?”

“Wanna guess?”

“Just tell me.”

“I’m right outside Mommy’s house.”

Anne’s eyes lit up, and she bounced off the bed, calling out, “Mommy, Daddy’s here!”

Anne nodded. “Okay.”

Max glanced up to see Felicia standing on the stairs. She was in simple, cozy pajamas, her long hair loose, her face fresh and makeup-free.

“Daddy, what’s in the bag?” Anne asked, curiosity shining in her eyes.

“It’s something for Mommy. Go ask if she wants it.”

“I need to check it for her first.”

“Go ahead, open it then,” Max said.

Anne grabbed the bag and scampered to the sofa to check out the gift.

Felicia watched Max with a little frown, wondering what he was up to this time.

Max met her eyes, walked over, and stopped in front of the stairs, so they were almost face to face.

“Anne’s birthday is coming up in less than two months. Do you have any ideas? How do you want to celebrate?”