Maximilian's point of view

The days went by, and with them, the heartbreaking loss of hope that Madison would communicate with me, Damn it! What an obstinate and rebellious woman, why couldn't she forgive me? Knowing that I am a human being who can make mistakes just like her or anyone else.

She was pregnant! How could she be allowed to walk the streets without protection? Irresponsible!

I had already confirmed from other sources that Samantha was indeed alive, that she was prowling the seven seas, doing her own thing, looking for a way to refill her coffers, and of course, to become more powerful to look for me.

It...