The Ugly Wife’s Stunning Comeback novel Chapter 955

"He is probably busy preparing for your incoming retaliation," Darin replied.

A cold, ruthless smirk tugged at the corner of Max's lips.

"I did not realize your reach had extended this far. You surviving this time is purely a stroke of luck, a blessing from above. But you are not alone anymore. Stop putting yourself in these dangerous situations. Now is the perfect time to pull out."

Max's current operations were likely part of a long-term strategy laid out years ago, making it incredibly difficult to simply walk away. But now, he needed to start making plans for his future.

"I know," Max simply said.

As they were talking, Gavin entered the room carrying a bouquet of fresh flowers. "Max, you really are something else. To walk away from all that in one piece."

Max glanced at him, his handsome face devoid of emotion. "What, are you disappointed?"

Gavin laughed heartily. "How could I be disappointed? I was genuinely worried about your safety."

"Is that so? I am truly touched."

Gavin reached out and patted his shoulder. "No need to be too touched."

Their relationship had always been built primarily on mutual interests. If Gavin had died in an accident that day, Max would have ruthlessly seized everything he owned. They both knew exactly what kind of people they were. Because of this, their partnership would never crumble over petty grievances. Mutual benefit was often far more stable than so-called emotional bonds.

Gavin withdrew his hand and sat casually by the bed. "Look at you. Your first priority should be getting yourself cleaned up. You wouldn't want Evelynn to take one look at you and fall for someone else."

Darin stared at Max, his expression still showing little emotion. "Do you really think she is that easily swayed?"

"Well, Evelynn is certainly not lacking in handsome men around her. So you better stay alive, or she will end up belonging to someone else."

"Gavin, I think it is time you had a proper talk with Max about that eighty million dollar fund," Darin interjected smoothly.

Gavin looked over at Darin and smiled. "Yes, we really should have a proper talk."

Early the next morning, Anne was escorted off the plane and arrived at the hospital.

"I’m good. I will be discharged from the hospital tomorrow."

Only then did Anne finally relax. As the doctor resumed the examination, Anne stood close by, keeping a watchful eye.

"Daddy, you got so scruffy."

Max's lips curved into a warm smile. "Are you sick of me now?"

"I could never be sick of you, Daddy. You are still super handsome even when you are scruffy. And I am sure Mommy will not mind either."

"Mommy didn't come with you?" Max asked softly.

"Mommy is waiting for you to come home," Anne replied brightly. "You have to get better really fast, Daddy."

Standing off to the side, Tatiana listened intently to the exchange between father and daughter, closely monitoring Max's reaction.