The Queen's Back

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Mona had definitely noticed Albert behind her and knew he wanted to play games with Maxwell Just as they reached the doorway, she leaned in and whispered in Maxwell's ear, "Maxwell, have I ever told you that I really like you?"

Without waiting for his reaction, Mona quickly slipped into the room, closed the door, and leaned against it, her heart pounding wildly. She had finally gathered the courage to tell Makwell how she felt, but she wasn't sure if he had heard her clearly.

After spending so much time with Maxwell, she felt like their relationship had progressed. They had even kissed that afternoon, so it made sense for her to confess her feelings.

Outside. Maxwell stood frozen, his usually cool eyes now lit up with joy. A smile tugged at the corners of his lips as Mona's words echoed in his mind. "Maxwell, have I ever told you that I really like you?"

Those words sounded so sweet that he wanted to go inside and ask her to say them again.

Albert waved his hand in front of Maxwell's eyes, wondering if he had zoned out. It was a bit scary seeing Maxwell so still and unresponsive.

"Maxwell, Maxwell, Maxwell. Albert's voice grew louder with each call, and it wasn't until the third time that Maxwell finally snapped out of his thoughts, looking coldly at Albert

That look carried a hint of blame. He hadn't even had time to enjoy his happiness before Albert interrupted him.

as he boldly slung

particularly like or dislike Albert's gesture. It just felt a bit awkward, but he didn't shrug him off either, letting Albert keep his arm

Maxwell thought Mona must be feeling shy. He figured he should give her some space. After all, it was usually the guy who

filled Maxwell's mind, Albert led Maxwell to his room. Maxwell opened the game on his phone, but his mind kept replaying Mona's words. "Maxwell, have I ever told you that I really

seemed off. It was like

He had wanted a real competition, but Maxwell's distracted behavior made it seem like he wasn't taking it seriously. Maxwell didn't feel bad about losing. Instead, he thought of how Mona would get frustrated after a defeat, tossing her phone onto the bed in a huff, and he couldn't help

Maxwell, you lost, and you're still

he said, eager to ask Mona if she truly meant what she had

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Chapter 65

as he picked up. "Albert, are you free?

had fallen and hurt her ankle, Albert grew anxious. He rushed out of his room, replying. "Yes. Try to convince

the phone. Barbara was unhappy, and Beatrice had no intention of letting their family celebrate happily. With that in mind, she sent Jeremy a text message, subtly

the stairs when he remembered Mona. The two of them had once been close, and it was only because of Teddy, that scumbag, that things had soured. Both Mona and Barbara were his sisters, so he decided to head back upstairs. He wanted to mend their relationship, and today seemed like the

intently. He was about to ask if she had truly meant what she said earlier but hesitated when they were interrupted by