Chapter 464

Kenzo chuckled softly, his eyes were still warm, but his expression was somewhat laden with hidden meaning. “Andrew, this is a Dorsey family matter, and it’s Max’s own business. When he wakes up, he’ll handle everything. Let’s not rush in and add to the chaos.” One of Kenzo’s life principles was to go with the flow.

With his legs encased in combat boots, Andrew kicked the chair impatiently. “Fine, you’re the wise one. I’m outta here. No point hanging around when I can’t see anyone.”

He strode out, inevitably bumping into Alivia. Wrapped in her coat. Alivia froze when she saw him. What was he doing coming out of that room?

Andrew nodded at her, said nothing, and walked away.

Alivia was relieved she hadn’t called anyone and revealed her true self. Looking back into room, she caught sight of Kenzo. “Kenzo?”

the

Kenzo came out, ruffling her hair with a smile. “Grandpa’s given you a free pass. Stick with Max for a while.”

Not that she needed telling. Alivia would have stayed by Max’s side anyway.

Once they were both gone, Alivia finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Outside the hospital, Andrew’s phone buzzed with a call from Aubree. He could guess what she wanted to say and quickly hit ‘end call.‘

Aubree stood in front of the police station, and dialed ten times to no avail. Eventually, the line went dead. Even she knew Andrew wasn’t going to help her.

bitter smile crossed Aubree’s lips.

dawn, the security around the police station seemed impenetrable. It looked like the Dorsey family intended

first family of Beaconsfield. Only

came, and Max

delivering medication moved with utmost care, each

were barred from Max’s vicinity – except for Alivia, whom Michael

face. His eyes were closed, his

took a deep breath, reaching to take his hand, to hold it in hers, but as she neared, his

she looked un, she saw his

you feel? She quickly pressed the

chest wound, then his head.

sharp pain shot through Max’s skull as if a

If it hurts, try not to think too much and rest for

he just closed his eyes

under the effects of the anesthesia, but give it an hour, and he should be fully lucid. His physical condition is stronger than most – he’ll

in relief. “Thank you.”

no sooner had the doctors left than Max’s eyes flickered open

“Max,

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