A year ago, Maxine had convinced Thea to leave.

Maxine thought she would have a chance with James with Thea out of the picture.

However, she waited for a year, and heard no news of James.

After hearing that Thea had returned to Cansington, she anxiously rushed back.

When she reached Cansington, she learned that James was also in the city.

So, she immediately rushed to see him.

“Long time no see, James.”

Maxine walked over with a charming smile.

“Yeah. It’s already been a year.”

James felt slightly nostalgic.

Although it had only been a year, he had experienced countless things and traveled to many places, which made him feel like a long time had passed since he last saw Maxine.

“Shouldn’t you be at Cadens' mansion in the Capital? What’re you doing in Cansington?”

“What’s wrong? Can’t I come to see you? Despite everything that’s happened, both of us still came from similar circumstances. Although, you don't seem quite that happy to see me now,” Maxine pretended to pout and