Novels by FreyxiaGold

—MAGGIE ELIZABETH SMITH—I woke up because of the noise I heard coming from outside the window. It was already 3 pm when I looked. My stomach was also growling because I hadn't eaten yet. I skipped two meals because of locking myself in this room! All I did was sleep.When I peeked through the window, my eyes immediately hurt from what I saw. It was just Lexie clinging to Liam's arm while picking mangoes. There's a mango tree near the gazebo and right across from our room. From up here, I could even hear her annoying cheers for Liam. He's just picking mangoes, does she really need to cheer him on?Lexie's smile was so wide while Liam looked serious and obviously struggled to pick the mangoes. And who wouldn't struggle, with that huge snake wrapped around him!"Almost there! Almost there! You can do it, Li!" Lexie cheered."I think it's enough, Lex. We've already gotten a lot. You can't finish all of this." Liam said with a complaining tone on his face. The basket for the mangoes was a

—MAGGIE ELIZABETH SMITH —Should I believe him? That's the question that's been lingering in my mind since last night. That question still hasn't been answered. I was speechless. How can I believe him, when just recently, he was talking about annulment? So even though I love him, I've prepared myself for the separation that's going to happen.Isn't it too fast for him to like me? I should be happy about that, right? That finally, he's taken a liking to me."What's wrong with you, Maggie? That guy is drunk. Are you going to believe him?" I lectured myself."But isn't it true that people's true feelings only come out when they're drunk?" I thought."Don't be too sure, Maggie. Most people who are drunk don't know what they're saying, and when the alcohol wears off, that's when they'll regret it!" I let out a deep sigh as I thought this again.I'm trying to convince myself to be cautious and not take Liam's drunk words seriously, but I can't help but hold onto hope that his feelings might

—MAGGIE ELIZABETH SMITH—Liam threw himself on the bed when we got to the room. He must have been feeling terrible."I-I'll go get some porridge. It's probably ready by now." I said goodbye. I was still hesitant whether I should go out again or not. I felt like I couldn't face them anymore because of what they witnessed."No need. Just help me take off my shirt. It's hot in here." I swallowed my saliva twice because of his request. Here we go again! Should I comply?"O-okay. I-I'll help you with that." In the end, my obedient nature prevailed. I think it's normal, anyway, since we're married. But, the first time is always the hardest, so my hands were shaking while I slowly unbuttoned his long-sleeved shirt.I thought he was already asleep, but I was startled when he suddenly gripped my hand tightly as I was about to pull off his clothes."Enough. Go to sleep now, Maggie." I noticed the tightening of his jaw and his deep breathing. Is he mad? Why did his mood suddenly change? He could

—MAGGIE ELIZABETH SMITH—"I'm hungry." Liam announced as we entered the house. He still had his arm around me, and he was the one who placed my hand on his waist. The household staff of Grandpa were thrilled to see us in that intimate pose.How am I? Well, I'm still wondering about Liam's behavior. He's never been like this with me before. When he'd come home in the past, I was practically invisible to him. It was as if he didn't even see me."Aren't you eating yet?" I asked. Usually, when he comes home from work, he eats out."Not yet," he replied briefly."Okay. Wait here. I'll cook something for you," I said, pointing to the sofa in the living room for him to sit while he waits for me to finish."I don't want food," he said, causing me to stop in my tracks and furrow my brow as I turned back to him. I was suddenly confused about what he wanted. He said he was hungry, but now he doesn't want food. What does he want, then?I stared at him intently and only now noticed something unusu

—MAGGIE ELIZABETH SMITH—In three days, Liam and I will be heading back to our home in Manila. Everything has gone smoothly between us during our stay here so far. I'm happy here as long as Liam and I are together. I've suddenly felt his presence in my life as my husband.When we were at home, we rarely saw each other, so I guess that's why I didn't feel like I had a husband. I even thought that maybe he was intentionally locking himself in his room to avoid me because he doesn't like me. But now? I don't know.Things are happening too fast if he's going to suddenly like me, right? I love the idea, but I can't read his mind, so I have no idea what's going on.Maybe I'll just take advantage of our time here in the mansion to get to know each other better. Yeah, that's exactly what I'll do!"It's getting cold outside, grandchild. Why haven't you gone inside yet?" I looked back when I heard Lolo Enrico's voice. It's already mid-November and the wind has a chilly bite. Actually, I've been

CHAPTER 5—MAGGIE ELIZABETH SMITH—I felt an intense, heavy sensation. It was as if something massive was weighing me down. I couldn't move either, feeling as if I was tied up.My eyes snapped open to find Liam's face mere inches from mine, his features soft in slumber. I was shocked to discover why I couldn't move: his arms were wrapped tightly around me, holding me close. His leg was even draped over my hips, pinning me in place. And in that moment, I also realized that I was clinging to him just as tightly!I distinctly remembered him putting a pillow between us as a barrier before dozing off last night. But now, it was nowhere to be found! It seemed he'd gotten comfortable enough to think I was the pillow! He looked utterly relaxed, snuggled up against me.But I have to admit, being in Kevin Liam Anderson's arms felt unexpectedly wonderful. I found myself wondering if he'd ever had a girlfriend before. It was hardly unlikely, given his captivating presence and stunning looks. He w

—KEVIN LIAM ANDERSON—I took a glance to a person who entered my office. It's Bobby, my Executive Director and a friend. Muli kong itinuong ang atensyon ko sa mga papeles na kailangan kong pirmahan. Kanina pa masakit ang ulo ko dahil sa puyat at mas lalo lang din sumakit dahil sa mga papel na hawak ni Bobby.Kanina ko pa kasi minamadali ang ginagawa ko para matapos na kaagad. Gusto ko muna sanang matulog kahit na dalawang oras o higit pa."Mukhang masama ang timpla mo ngayon, ah. May nangyari ba?" He said with a funny tone. I put down the executive pen I was holding and pondered the bridge of my nose."Nothing. I just want to sleep more dahil wala pa 'kong masyadong tulog." Maggie seems weird this morning, simula pa kaninang madaling araw. Nagpabili ba naman ng sandamakmak na kwek-kwek tapos hindi rin naman pala kakainin!Late na nga ako pumasok dahil nanghintay pa ako ng mga nagtitinda ng street foods! She even keep on texting me na h'wag uuwing walang dalang kwek-kwek! What is happe

—MAGGIE ELIZABETH SMITH—"So kelan pa, Ate? Kelan ka pa nag-asawa? Is he the reason why you left?" Sunod-sunod na tanong ni Andrew nang makapasok kami sa loob. We're in the living room at magkakaharap kaming tatlo.Hindi ko ito napaghandaan. Masyado akong naka-focus kay Liam at nakalimutan ko na ang family issue ko."We got married 3 years ago and he's not the reason why I left. You know my reason, Drew." Sagot ko. Tinitigan ko sya with a dig-up-your-memory look para ipaalala kung ano ba talaga ang totoong rason.—KEVIN LIAM ANDERSON—"Did he know?" Nakikinig lang ako sa usapan nila na akala mo'y wala ako sa harapan nila.So, this is her brother. I can tell because of the resemblance, but the way he look at me, screams judgement.Maggie slowly shake her head while biting her lips. The way she bites her lip taunts me. Gusto ko tuloy syang halikan ngayon."Pero bakit hindi mo manlang kami sinabihan?" Bakas sa boses ni Andrew ang hinanakit."Mom and dad won't allow it. You know them, Dre

—MAGGIE ELIZABETH SMITH—Ilang araw na ang nakakalipas pero paulit-ulit paring nag-e-echo sa tenga ko ang sinabi sa akin ni Liam.'Because I love you'.Kapag naaalala ko 'yong mga katagang 'yon, hindi na matanggal ang ngiti sa mga labi ko! Minsan magugulat nalang ako nakangiti na pala ako. Katulad ngayon."Huy, ma'am! Kanina pa po kayo nakangiti dyan. Hindi naman po joke yung kinikwento ko ah!" Si Andeng, isa sa mga kasama namin dito sa bahay. Kanina pa sya nagsasalita pero hindi naman pumapasok sa utak ko ang mga sinasabi nya. Masyado kasing occupied dahil sa 'I love you' ni Liam."Ah, a-ano nga ulit yung sinasabi mo, Andeng?" Tanong kong napapakamot sa sintido. Alanganin din akong ngumiti dahil sa hiya."Naku, ma'am ha... In love ka 'no?! Sino 'yan, ma'am? Isusumbong po kita kay sir Liam!" Pananakot nito na alam ko namang biro lang kaya natawa ako. Bukod kay Manang Melba, isa rin si Andeng sa malalapit sa akin."Tangëk! Kung may kai-inlove-an man ako eh 'yong asawa ko 'yon!" Natataw

—MAGGIE ELIZABETH SMITH—"Li!" Nasa meat section kami at natigil sa pagpili ng karneng bibilhin nang may babaeng tumawag kay Liam. Sa tinis at timbre ng boses nito ay kilalang kilala ko na agad kung sino. Sabay kaming lumingon ni Liam kay Lexie."Lex?" Mahinang sambit ni Liam.""I'm not expecting to see you here." Bakas sa mukha nya ang tuwa nang makita si Liam. Ni hindi manlang nya ako tinapunan ng tingin. "I missed you!" Bigla nalang syang yumakap kay Liam at ipinulupot pa ang dalawang braso sa leeg nito. Sinadya pa nyang idikit ng husto ang katawan nya sa katawan ni Liam!'Nananadya na talaga 'tong bruhang 'to!'Galit akong tumingin kay Liam at nakita kong alanganin ang itsura nya. Mabilis pa sa alas-kwatro nyang tinanggal ang mga braso ni Lexie sa leeg nya at agad ding lumapit sa akin. Agad nawala ang ngiti sa pagmumukha ni Lexie nang magtagpo ang mga mata namin."Oh! Nandyan ka pala? Hindi kita nakita." Gusto ko syang sugurin right now. Nanggigigil ako! But I still managed to com

CHAPTER 15—MAGGIE ELIZABETH SMITH—Three days had passed mula nang makauwi kami ng Manila, and our relationship had taken a significant step forward. Bago pa kami makaalis ng mansyon ay puro reminders naman ang pabaon sa amin ni Lolo."I'm hoping someday, tatlo na kayong magbabakasyon dito sa mansyon." 'Yan ang huli nyang sinabi sa amin na sinagot naman ni Liam."Don't worry, grandpa. We'll start a family soon, and you'll have a great-grandchild to spoil." Sabi ni Liam kaya mas lalong napuno ang kanyang excitement.Kakarating lang namin sa bahay noon at nagpaalam ako sa kanya na magpapahinga muna. Masyado akong napagod sa byahe. "Where are you going?""I-In my room?" Nalilito kong sinagot ang tanong nya. Abvious naman kasi na sa kwarto ako magpapahinga, and it is supposed to be in my room."Take your rest in my room." Sabi nya at tsaka lumapit sa akin at hinalikan ako sa noo. "I'll be in my office for a while. I'll join you later."Napaawang ang labi ko sa ginawa nya. Inaamin kong ki

—MAGGIE ELIZABETH SMITH—"Whose marriage will be annulled?"Sabay kaming napalingon sa nagsalita. Si Lolo kasama si Liam na nakasunod sa kanya pababa ng hagdan. Liam looks nervous at matiim na nakatingin kay Lexie. I saw Lexie na mas kabado ang itsura."M-Mr. Anderson." Sambit ni Lexie na akala mo'y nakakita ng multo."Ms. Lincoln, you're here." Bati ni Lolo na seryosong nakatingin kay Lexie habang bumababa ng hagdan. "Ang balita ko ay nasa ibang bansa ka. Kailan ka pa dumating?""I just came back about a week ago." Taas noong sagot ni Lexie. "When I heard from Cherry na nasa Mansion si Liam, pumunta kaagad ako dito just to see him." she proudly said. Tumingin pa sya kay Liam at ngumiti. Lihim akong humugot ng malalim na paghinga dahil sa inis. Talagang ipinaparamdam nya sa akin na hindi dapat ako irespeto bilang asawa ni Liam!"Honestly, Ms. Lincoln, this isn't the best time for a visit. You know, Liam and her wife Maggie, are spending their private getaway here. Just for them." Agad