My Love Until the Last Goodbye (Mary and Maximus)

"You know you've earned a place in my heart, right?" Lucius said sincerely.

"Lucius... you've already made up your mind, haven't you?"

"Yeah, and I'm not changing it. In fact, I talked to my sister and asked her to help me find a house in Hesperia."

"Serenity..."

"Yeah, Serenity. But I'm not going to live with them. I asked her to look for a house in Bellavista-I think that's what it's called. Amanda told me she lived in Bellavista and Foxridge, so I asked Serenity to find a place in either of those towns."

"Is that really what you want?"

"Yes, it is. I'll figure it out. Remember, I'm used to being alone. Actually, thanks to you guys, I've learned to enjoy company-but most of my life, I've been on my own."

"Lucius... I don't think I'll be able to talk you out of it, will I?"

"Nope, I've made up my mind. And believe me, no matter how hard you try, you won't change it..."noveldrama

"Alright... just let me help you pick the house, make sure it has the right amenities and that it's safe for the baby..."

"Thank you! I knew you'd understand..."

"Even if it breaks my heart... I'll let you go. But I promise to visit as much as I can."

"I really appreciate that. You'll always be welcome..."

"But tell me one thing... what are you going to do? You're not studying anymore, and as for work..."

"Yeah, I know, I don't have a job yet, but... At first I thought I'd just take any job. But Moriarty told me about the money my grandfather left for me...

"So with that, I can start something. The only thing your hubby doesn't want is for me to fall back into what I used to do."

"That wouldn't be a good example for Amanda-and it's way too risky..."

"I know! I've already talked a bit with Alden and Serenity. He said he'd help advise me on how to invest the money. Of course, I'm looking for something that won't keep me from taking care of my daughter."

"I really would've loved it if you'd stuck with the idea of becoming a judge...'

"Life changes, plans change... I know you'll all understand eventually..."

"When would you leave?"

"As soon as I find a place to live..."

"Then I'll take my sweet time choosing the right house, so you don't go too soon..."

"Don't cheat-you know I'll go either way..."

"Oh, Lucius... what am I going to do without you two?"

"Maybe you should have a baby..."

"I already do. Actually, I've got four babies..."

"We don't count..."

"You do to me. That's why it breaks my heart to know you're leaving and even

more that my husband let you go so easily..."

"Believe me, it wasn't easy. You know how he is, but in the end... I think I used the right arguments."

"Alright... I'll throw you a farewell dinner..."

"No! I don't want any of that, I'm just going to go, that's it..."

"But you're not saying goodbye to anyone?"

"No... If I do, they won't let me go...

"My dad has his life, my siblings are slowly building theirs just look at Laura, slowly moving forward hand in hand with her daughter's father. I don't want to be a burden anymore.

"Paul will soon leave with Pierre to France. It might be short-term, but they're already taking their first steps. I don't want what I'm doing to change any of that. I've already got enough on my plate-I can't carry more..." sŵnovel

"At least I know you won't be completely alone. Serenity will be there, and if you need anything, she's closer than I am," Angela said, hugging the young man she saw not just as a brother, but as a son.

"Thank you for everything you've done for us..."

"Never-and hear me well-never thank me for that. I needed a brother, and my husband gave me the greatest gift..."

"What's that?"

"You, my dear You. You, broken into pieces-pieces I've slowly been putting back together. And I've loved seeing the result. Today, you're more than you realize. I think if you ever look back at who you were, you'll be surprised..."

"Thank you..." Lucius said, a bit embarrassed.

"Come on, let's go inside. I don't want this little girl out in the sun too long."

The separation was hard for Angela, but she completely understood it. She had seen how hard Lucius had worked every day to keep moving forward, one step at a time. So if this was what it took for him to recover that missing piece of himself, she'd support it.

The only thing she didn't really agree with was how he planned to leave. But if there was one thing she'd learned from him, it was to respect his decisions.