76 The past that was hidden. 1

"I didn't even know she went through so much because of me'' Ad-Din said absentmindedly.

''Ad-Din, you must prove to me that you are capable of protecting Maria''.

''I understand; I will not allow anyone to hurt Maria again''. Ad-Din said seriously before adding ''can I leave Maria in your care? There is something I need to attend to first?''

''Sure, you go ahead. I will be here''

Ad-Din nodded his head and went out of the office.

...….

Ad-Din arrived at Denarius mansion thirty minutes later and was on his way to his quarters when the butler stopped him in front of old Mr. Denarius' quarters.

''What is it uncle Max?'' Ad-Din asked when the butler didn't say anything.

''Young master, the old Sire asked me to call you to his quarters when you arrived" the butler finally spoke.

''Really? He still has the guts to ask you to call me after what he did? Is good then, I was even going to see him anyways'' Ad-Din smiled and turned going towards the old man's quarters.