Chapter 444 Unable to Return to the Home I Once Had

As he spoke, he took off his suit jacket and draped it over me. The warmth of his concern was something I had not felt in ages. It hit me hard, and suddenly, tears were streaming down my face. Maxwell looked freaked out. "Hey, why the waterworks? What's wrong? Let's get you inside. A hot shower will do you good. We don't want you getting sick." He reached for the doorbell, but I caught his hand, shaking my head. "Just take me to a hotel, okay? Let's not go in there." He looked confused. "What's going on?" After wiping away my tears, I managed to say, "Mom... she doesn't want to see me right now." He stopped short, letting out a weary sigh. "Aunt Deb's probably still upset. You know, the things you said really got to her." I bit my lip, at a loss for words. Without another word, he led me away from the Scotts' place. Instead of a hotel, Maxwell brought me to a chic duplex in the heart of the city. As I took in the stylish decor, I couldn't help but ask, "Is this place yours?"