Chapter 66 I Want You to Take Care of Her

Maximo was anxious, Isabella had told him that she had an engagement with Margaret, and she had not yet arrived.

She would be gone in an hour, and he felt that he had not made the most of their last day together. Maximo didn't like this, if it was so hard for him to separate from Isabella for a few hours, how would he feel for a year or maybe longer?

Everything was arranged in the private hangar, one of the Collins family's planes, waiting for Isabella and Margaret, who would go abroad together.

"Hey, Max! “Maximilian surprised Maximo with a pat on the shoulder. Maximo turned immediately.

"What are you doing here?"

- I came to say goodbye to your spouse.

"You didn't have to come..." Maximo growled, frowning.

"Where is it?" The flight is supposed to leave soon. Maximilian looked around, looking for Isabella.

"There's still a long way to go before the flight departs, they're still carrying their bags..." Máximo pursed his lips, visibly disappointed. "She's on her way.

"Please, Maximo, don't be ridiculous..." Maximilian mocked when he saw his son's sad grimace.

"What?"

- Are you still angry because that woman is leaving? I told you before, this will do you good, I assure you...

"Stop saying that. “Máximo maintained a serious countenance.

"Don't you remember?" When that girl left you, Elisa, right? You went through the same thing, and now look at yourself, here you are, you got over it and nothing has happened... You just need time, Max..." Maximilian placed his hand on his son's shoulder again, smiling confidently at him. "You'll see that, soon, this will pass.

"No, this is not the same. Máximo looked down.

Yes, it is. Maximilian folded his arms. "You just think it's different, because you're more mature now. Maximilian concluded, leaving Maximus thoughtful.

This wasn't just a crush, this felt different and was nothing like what he came to feel for Elisa, the only woman he believed long ago, he would love.

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Isabella arrived at the hangar, accompanied by her grandmother, she saw Máximo in the distance with his father. Maximilian held him by one shoulder and smiled at him.

The young woman felt a shudder, running through her body, she was afraid and angry at the same time, the emotions came together again.

After everything she had heard, Marian's painful story, Isabella couldn't believe how that man smiled, how he looked so kind and polite.

Maximilian was a narcissist and with that type of person, you had to be very careful.

The young woman took a deep breath, taking some courage to approach, because her performance was not over.

“Isabella... “Maximilian greeted her with a smile.

"How are you, sir?" The young woman nodded kindly, sliding her gaze towards Maximo, who was looking at her bewildered. What was wrong with him?

- I came to say goodbye, I hope you don't mind...

"No, of course not..." They talked for a while, until Isabella left with her spouse, leaving Maximilian with Margaret.

"Is something wrong?" Isabella asked, surprised.

"No, it's nothing..." Máximo caressed her cheek, reflecting on what his father had told him. No, he could never forget how he felt about Isabella! "I'm going to miss you." He muttered after a moment.

"I'll miss you too, but when I come back, everything will change. Isabella leaned down to give him a sweet kiss, feeling deep down that it was a goodbye.

“Change? - Máximo looked at her confused.

"Yes, when I come back, I'll be able to fulfill my role as ringleader, work and help you. Isabella clarified.

"Of course..." Maximo nodded, not suspecting that Isabella was not telling the whole truth. "You have to take care of yourself..." He adjusted his jacket with concern. "They should have more bodyguards."

"I told you, Max, my grandmother arranged everything and hired a full agency to accompany us. We will not be alone. Isabella smiled at him.

“Yes, I know. Maximo swallowed dryly, taking one last look into Isabella's eyes. His heart skipped a beat at the sight of those beautiful gray eyes that were catching him. On an impulse, he clung to her in a tight embrace, causing the young woman to lose her breath.

It became increasingly difficult for him to maintain his composure.

- Call me every day and if you need anything... - Máximo inhaled his aroma.

"I know..." Isabella also clung to him tightly, making a huge effort not to shed tears. "If I need anything, I'll tell you.

"I love you." He murmured.

"Me too. She replied with a sigh.

So beautiful and comforting that those words "I love you" had been when he had said them to her before and now that she knew the truth, they sounded so painful.

The plane took off and a little piece of each one's heart ached as if it could detach at any moment from their chests.

Máximo took out his phone because he needed to call someone.

"Maximo, tell me?"

"Diego, I know you're overwhelmed with work now, but I need you on another matter."

"What?!" I can't, Max, you know I'd do anything for you, but I can't take it anymore... The situation of companies is...

"I don't care! Máximo growled, furious at Diego's excuses. "I don't care how the companies are!" Hire a dozen men, if necessary, organize your tasks, do whatever it takes...

"Well, what do you want me to do?" Diego tried to stay calm, although his jaw was clenched. She hated it when Maximus spoke to her like that.

"My spouse is leaving right now to study for a while..." Maximo said it firmly, and Diego felt his heart stop.

"A...??? Here?? Abroad??? Diego stammered, perplexed.

- Yes, I need you to take care of her, Diego... Only in you do I trust. “Máximo declared.

"Of course..." Diego cleared his throat. "Sure, Max, tell me... What do I have to do?"

- I want you to take care of her, to keep an eye out for everything she needs or if any setback arises...

"What?" Yes, yes..." Diego exhaled deeply, trying to assimilate the magnitude of the task.

"You must also keep me informed at all times. - Máximo added.

“Yes, yes... Don't worry, I'll take care of that.

Máximo hung up, relieved. Isabella had often forgotten to call him, so she needed someone she trusted by her side, someone she had already worked with for years and who had proven her ability. Who better than Diego?