Master of his heart

Chapter 485
Michael's eyes crinkled with mirth, the very idea tickling him pink. The place was
buzzing with energy, and since everyone from the inner circle was gathered, why
not have Max pop next door and toast to the crowd? They could even hammer
out the details of the wedding.
With the three major families witnessing the union, they'd be tied together, sailing
on the same ship, so to speak.
A glint of amusement flashed through Alivia’s eyes. With Max's memory a blank
slate, Michael fanning the flames, and the festive atmosphere, the odds were in
her favor that he'd
say yes.
After all, he had said before that he’d marry her if there were no other contenders
for his heart. And now, wasn't his heart free of any other shadows?
Hope sparkled in her eyes as she looked at Max.
Realizing perhaps he should consult Max first, Michael clapped him on the
shoulder. “Max, what do you think? Spencer’s already locked down his date, and
you being the elder, it wouldn't make sense for him to beat you to the punch. I
say you get engaged before him—Spencer’s set for next Friday; how about we
pencil you in for next Monday? We've still got time to make an announcement.”
Spencer, sitting nearby, practically glowed with excitement. If Max and Alivia got
engaged, Brielle would be out of the picture for good.
Alivia saw that the stage was set and spoke softly. “Max, what about getting
engaged next Monday? If you're not keen, we can pick another date. I won't
pressure you-I've waited all these years, and a little longer won't make a
difference.”
She let her deep affection show while letting Michael see just how much Max
meant to her. With her stature and status, having waited all these years, there
was no one more fitting for
Max in the world than her.
Her goal for the evening was to leverage Max’s amnesia to rush the
engagement. This way, it would be too late to change anything, even if he
regained his memories. Max was a man of his word. Having made a promise in
front of so many, he wouldn't back down or cause her any embarrassment.
Alivia smiled as Spencer chimed in. “Grandpa, you're right. Uncle Max is my
elder, so it's only proper for him to get engaged before me. It wouldn't sit right
with me otherwise. Plus, we've all seen how Ms. Alivia feels about Uncle Max
over the years. I reckon there’s no need to delay their engagement any further.
That way, I can focus on my plans with Sophia.”
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With that, all eyes turned to Max, awaiting his response.
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Max rubbed his temples, a look of
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the private room swung open.
Everyone expected members of the
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perfect for exchanging toasts and
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But it wasn't a Barnes who entered-it
was Brielle. Behind her stood Patrick,
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Brielle paused at the doorway, her gaze sweeping over each person in the room,
finally resting on Max. Her voice was slow and resolute, “He won't agree.”