Chapter 67. You're So Foolish, Mon!

"Yes, Ma'am," Max approached, supporting the tall man. "I want to go home," a soft voice uttered without lifting his face.

Max looked to Agatha and Edelmiro. After getting their nod of agreement, Max helped Austin walk out and into the car.

After Austin and Max left. Edelmiro asked his wife for permission, "Darling, I'll follow Austin."

Agatha nodded softly, "Yes, dear, he needs you right now."

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Monica was stunned to see Austin leaving without even looking back at her. He didn't even leave a message for their daughter.

"He must be devastated right now," Monica muttered sympathetically.

"You're so foolish, Mon! Why were you swept away these past few days!!" Monica continued to beat herself up, cursing her own foolishness. Although she had often wanted to remind Austin to contact Bella and their son. Still, she always forgot to convey her intentions after spending time with him.

The time they spent together these past few days felt to