Master of his heart

Chapter 430
Brielle’s nerves were jittery as the car slid smoothly through the suburban streets,
en route to see Martha. She wished she had taken a moment to pick up a little
something. “Should I have bought a gift or something?”
“It's alright. The care home provides everything,” Max reassured her, his voice
laced with a tinge of regret. “Brielle, I'm really sorry, but I can’t introduce you as
my girlfriend. In my mother’s eyes, Alivia is the ideal daughter—in—law. For the
sake of her health, I can’t reveal the truth just yet. Her new medication is only in
the trial phase, and I don’t want to risk upsetting her. Am I being too unfair?”
Max was torn for the first time, wondering if it was a mistake to bring her along.
Brielle felt a pang of sadness, but this was the grim reality between her and Max—
one they would have to face sooner or later.
If Alivia could win Martha's affection, maybe with some effort, she could, too. A
surge of confidence washed over her. “It’s not unfair, not at all. I only care about
my place in your heart,” she said, cheeks flushing with a mix of bravado and
embarrassment.
Their relationship had always been easy, unfolding naturally without any need for
over-the-top declarations of love. Never had she thought she'd be the first to
utter such a cheesy line. Her impulsive bravery quickly dissipated, leaving her
with nothing but a warm blush.
Max chuckled-a sound that seemed to clear the skies and warm the earth. “In
my heart, you're the one and only,” he said, dishing out a phrase cheesier than
what she said.
The embarrassment vanished and was replaced by a sweet feeling so intense
she could melt right there in the car. How perfect it would be if time could freeze
in that moment.
Max reached out and gently pinched her earlobe, easing her tension. Taking a
deep breath, Brielle stepped out of the car first.
If she wasn't visiting Martha as Max's girlfriend, she’d do so as a colleague.
Approaching Martha's room, Brielle stepped back, positioning herself behind Max
where a subordinate ought to stand.
Amused, Max leaned over as if to kiss her, but a surprised voice from behind
halted him, “Max?” Brielle’s heart skipped a beat. She turned to face Alivia for the
first time.
Alivia was dressed in a pastel ensemble, her hands resting calmly in front of her,
and her eyes sparkling with a gentle grace like moonlit marble. Compared to
Brielle’s cool demeanor, Alivia’s harmless appearance could easily win over
anyone, making them want to confide in her. But any secret shared would
become a weapon in her hands.
Alivia’s emotions were a whirlwind, though her face showed none of it. She had
seen Max, moments from kissing Brielle.
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Seeing Max so forthcoming was
more painful than discovering a love
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Brielle was due to novelty, but now
she realized their private rapport was
much more intimate. The armor he
wore for others seemingly melted
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Brielle could touch Max's real warmth, but to everyone else, he remained an icy
peak.
Alivia approached, her gaze fixating on Brielle, who met it without flinching,
quickly spotting the disdain in Alivia’s eyes. It didn’t sting Brielle; she wasn’t
burdened by the judgments of others.
Max, unfazed by the tension, made the introductions. “This is Alivia, Kenzo
Barnes' sister.”
“Alivia, this is Brielle, the woman I care for.”
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That simple declaration outshone all
Sonaeily
else. Alivia's mouth tasted of blood,
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compliment to Brielle. Max was
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spftened @sibly, His Usual aloofness
melting away. But this shift also gave
Alivia an opening, and as she and
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