"I insist on pampering you for the day."
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Maximillian knocked at Julian's door several times, but he sensed no movement inside the house.
When he made another call, he could faintly hear Julian's phone ringing inside, unanswered.
His initial fear of Julian lying unconscious inside evaporated the moment he spotted several important clues outside the house.
Julian's outdoor shoes were missing from the shoe rack. Additionally, a trail of muddy dog paw prints marred the stone pavement, leading away from the house.
Perhaps Julian was taking Rex for a walk.
Maximillian leaned against a wooden pillar and waited.
Two whole hours passed before Julian finally returned with Rex at his side. They seemed to have just returned from taking a walk around the neighborhood.
The omega was visibly surprised to see Maximillian standing on his porch.
