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.

about so deeply? You looked like you were in another world! Come on, play a few more rounds of game with me," Albert said as he boldly slung an arm

awkward, but he didn't shrug him off either, letting Albert keep

glanced at the closed door, Maxwell thought Mona must be feeling shy. He figured he should give her some space. After all, it was usually the guy who confessed first, and here he was, getting

opened the game on his phone, but his mind kept replaying Mona's words. "Maxwell, have I ever told you that I really like you?" And he kept thinking of her shy expression. He couldn't help but grin

It was

back to Mona, replaying every moment they had spent together. It felt like a dream that he could marry her. "Maxwell, how could you deliberately go easy on me?" Albert asked, irritated by his victory. 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

Maxwell, you lost, and you're still smiling?" Albert asked, a

take care of," he said, eager to ask Mona if she

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Chapter 65

from Beatrice. Heranxious voice came through as soon as he picked up. "Albert, are you free? Barbara fell down the stairs and

Albert grew anxious. He rushed out of his room, replying. "Yes. Try to

hoping for, hung up 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 hinting that

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.

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