A/N: In this chapter, the other TBG men don't know yet that Brey and Maggie are related, including Marco. You should read Brey's story for you to understand this. 

*I just want to thank you guys for the get well soon messages and comments. I appreciate it so much. I'm getting better now. Thank God!

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MARCO's POV

Happy was understatement. I felt like I was in cloud nine because my dream girl would be officially mine soon. She accepted my proposal and I felt like I was the king of the world.

"You've been smiling like crazy since a while ago and it's giving me the creeps." I looked at the guy across me.

"Fùcker." I answered but the smile on my face didn't disappear. He shook his head in disbelief.

"Fùck! I can't believe that one day, I would see you like this. Just as our other friends always say; women are scary because they can wrap guys around their little fingers. Look at you. I've never seen you smile or laugh before but because of a woman, I think you're starting to change." Instead of getting pissed, I laughed and that shocked him even more.

"You won't understand because you haven't found the love of your life yet, but when you do, I guess you will also act like this, Montejo." I said and he shook his head vigorously.

"No. I will never let any woman affect me like this. Just thinking of being controlled by them is already giving me the cold chills."

"You're like Amouretti. He keeps on saying those words but let's see what happens in the future. I will surely laugh at you two if you found the one and started behaving like crazy." I voiced out. He shrugged his shoulders and didn't comment.

"Anyway, why are you still here in Australia? I thought you already left when you flew us here five days ago?" I then asked curiously.

"Nothing. I just wanted to kill sometime." He answered simply and chugged his beer down. I mentally shook my head.

"Since you're still here, I have another favor to ask from you if you're up to it."

"Sure. What is it about this time?" He asked casually. I then told him my plan and he surprisingly agreed to help.

"You already owe me two favors, bud." He reminded me after that. I almost rolled my eyes because of what he said.

"I know, Montejo. Don't worry. I never forget a debt or favor. Just tell me when you need my help so that I could pay you in return already."

"Of course. Soon, bud. Soon." He then offered a toast. I was about to take a sip on my beer when his phone rang. He distanced himself a couple of feet away from me and answered his phone. When he finished talking, he sat back on his seat.

"We have a visitor." He informed me. My eyebrows creased.

"Who?"

He smirked. "You'll see." A couple of minutes later, the doorbell buzzed and then a familiar face entered.

"What the fùck are you doing in here?" I couldn't help but snap at him. The corner of his lips twitched and then sat on the single sofa on my right side uncaringly.

"I thought he needs my help?" Brey then asked Jace. I looked at Jace with a scowl.

"What the hell is he talking about? Why did you invite him here? I don't need his help!" I asked, beginning to get pissed.

"Hey, calm down, Alessi. This is about the favor that you asked me just now. I already knew that you would ask me for my help about this so I asked Brey here to come so that he could lend a hand. You know that we need his help in this." Jace explained with a calm voice. I massaged my temples. My head suddenly hurt.

"Don't worry, I won't stay for long. I just came here to hear you two out. C'mon, start talking." Brey answered with a hint of impatience. His face turned emotionless and serious. I didn't know why but he sounded weird, like he was controlling himself not to burst in anger.

"Alessi here wants to destroy the remaining members of Horeeya, but he is having a hard time because a lot is at stake." Jace explained. Brey's forehead knitted.

"Me and T already destroyed that group." He stated.

"Yes, you already destroyed them but they still have remaining members lurking in the shadows. Now, Alessi here wants to wipe them for good." Brey stared at me with squinted eyes. He suddenly looked dangerous. I met his gaze with equal intensity.

"I only have two questions for you, bud, and I want you to be honest with me." Even his voice sounded threatening.

"Ask away."

"Why do you want to totally eradicate Horeeya?"

"Because they're in my way. I can destroy them without your help but it will take a long time. I hate to admit it but I really need a helping hand." I admitted. If it wasn't only because of Maggie, I would never ask for their help, especially from Amouretti.

"Then why do you have to drag Maggie into your mess?" That surprised me. I didn't think that he would bring that out.

"I am doing this for her. Her ex is the leader of the reformed Horeeya and he will not stop until he takes her back and that's the last thing that I want to happen."

"You're doing this for her? Really? That's not what I've heard." His voice held sarcasm.

"What do you mean? Did you send someone to investigate me?" I asked through gritted teeth.

"I don't have to answer that question. You know me, bud. When it comes to Maggie, I am protective of her. I know that you're just using her to get what you've been wanting for so long and I don't like the idea of you using her like a piece of shirt that if you get tired of wearing it, you will just throw it away. If helping you will cause her a heartbreak, then I will decline." My hands balled into fists because of what he said.

"Looks like you already know a lot. I don't have to explain to you everything then. But let me clarify one thing. I am not using her. I love her and I am doing everything so that she will never discover about the game. I will finish this so that we will live a happy life together without her getting hurt. You already know everything so I'm sure that you understand why I needed to do all these. It's not about what's right or what's wrong. I am only doing this because of the people that I love the most." We stared into each other's eyes as if we were measuring each other's strength.

Jace remained quiet while listening to the both of us.

"Just make sure that Maggie will not get hurt in any way because of your secrets because it that happened, I will be the one to take her away from you." He threatened and my jaw flexed in anger.

"You will have to kill me first before you could take her away from me. She's mine, Amouretti. Back off!" I hissed.

"I will lend you a hand but I will only doing this for Maggie. I don't want her to be the victim of your lies. Make sure that she won't discover your secrets, or else, I'll take her far away from you and you will never see her again. You know that I can do that if I wanted to." He warned and then stormed his way out.

"Phew! That guy never changed. I thought, he was going to attack you a while ago already." Jace said while chuckling. I didn't answer and just chugged down my beer.

"You know what, bud? I think, Amouretti has a thing for Maggie. He cares a lot about her." I threw Jace a sharp stare but he just smirked.

"Don't look at me like that. You know what I mean. The two of them are so close and it's hard to believe that Brey doesn't have special feelings for her." I was about to answer when someone entered.

"Trust me, buddy. Brey only cares about Maggie like a brother." That familiar voice said.

"What the—you're here too?" I asked Zandro. He smirked at me.

"Yes. I came here because I attended the birthday party of the daughter of the prime minister." I mentally shook my head. Typical Zandro, the manwhore. He even came to Australia just to scratch his itch.

I stood up. "Whatever. I need to go now." I said uninterestingly and looked at Jace. "Just call me for an update."

"Sure, bud. Don't worry. This is just a piece of cake, especially now that the three of us joined forces." He answered smugly. I didn't comment further. I just went out of the hotel and went home. I wanted to see my fiancée right away already because I missed her so much.

MAGGIE's POV

I stared at the ring on my finger. It felt surreal that I got engaged once again, but this time, to the man I really love. Another week have passed but I still couldn't believe of everything that have happened these past weeks.

Who would've thought that Marco and I would end up together? I really thought that he didn't care at all about me before because I've never seen him stare at me nor talk to me before. He kept his feelings towards me for a long time until he finally confessed to me.

Now, we're together and happy. We already talked about our wedding and agreed to have a simple ceremony. Until now, I was still floating with total happiness. I've never thought that I could feel this kind of happiness but it happened.

The happiness within me was incomparable but it wasn't complete because I couldn't stop thinking about my family.

When they discovered about my relationship with Keith before, they didn't like it because I kept it from them. My parents were so disappointed at me and I didn't want that to happen again. I heaved a sigh and looked at the view outside.

I was at the terrace. It was already nighttime. The full moon was illuminating everything. The peaceful surrounding and the chirping of the insects were very calming.

I was about to take out my phone from the pocket of my shorts, intending to call Marco because he wasn't home yet, when someone suddenly hugged me from behind and then kissed me on the cheek. I got startled but upon feeling his familiar warm embrace as his manly smell tickled my nostrils, I instantly calmed down just like that.

"You startled me!" I hissed but couldn't help but smile. The way he was hugging me felt like he hasn't seen me for a long time. But truth to be told, he just went out for a couple of hours.

"I missed you." He said sweetly. I chuckled softly.

"Already? But you just went out for a couple of hours."

"It felt like days, my queen. What about you? Don't tell me, you didn't miss me?" He asked, disappointment was evident in his voice. I unwrapped his arms from hugging me and then faced him.

"Aw. My king looks disappointed." I gently flicked the tip of his nose with my finger. "Of course, I missed you too." He finally smiled.

"I'm glad. I thought you didn't." I rolled my eyes. He cupped my face and then planted a kiss on my lips. "Are you okay though? You looked like you were in deep thoughts just now. Is there a problem?"

I heaved a sigh. "It's not a problem. I was just thinking about my family." I bit my lower lip and looked down. I suddenly missed them. For sure, they've been so worried about me. Marco put a finger under my chin and made me look at him.

"Let me guess. You want to inform them about us, is that it?" I got surprised. I didn't expect him to see right through me. He chuckled.

"You look surprised. Did you actually think that I didn't notice it? Don't worry, I already took care of it so that you can finally talk to them."

"What do you mean? How? We can't just call them, right?" I asked curiously. He smiled and then handed me a phone.

"A phone?"

"Yes. You can use this to call your family." My eyes widened in excitement but then;

"I thought we can't contact them because Keith might trace our location?" I asked with knitted eyebrows. He gave me a lopsided grin.

"Don't worry, my queen. Just like I've said, I already took care of it. You can use this to call them and that guy can never trace us."

"Really?"

"Yes." He answered while chuckling. I couldn't hold back my excitement and threw my arms around his neck and then kissed him hard on the lips.

"Thank you. You don't know how much I appreciate this." I uttered while catching my breath after that sensual kiss.

"You're welcome. You know that I will do anything for you." We kissed one more time and this time, it was longer and hotter than a while ago. We both moaned in pleasure.

"C'mon, call your family now before I lose my control and ravish you here." His voice became husky and I could clearly see the desire in his eyes for me. My body became hot all over.

I could tell that he's been holding himself back but sometimes, I knew that he was losing his control already. I cleared my throat and then nodded my head.

"Okay." I dialed my father's number and it took only two rings before he picked it up.

"Where the heck are you, young lady? Didn't you know that we're all worried about you?" He bombarded me with questions. I already expected that he was mad because I made them worry. I chewed on my bottom lip in guilt.

"I-I'm sorry, daddy. I didn't mean to make you worry. A lot has happened and I didn't have the chance to call you."

"What do you mean by that? You could've at least texted me or your mother to tell us what's happening to you. We came home right away when Christine called us because she couldn't contact you for almost two weeks already." His voice softened but the anger was still there too.

I closed my eyes and heaved a sigh. The last thing that I wanted was for them to get mad at me. Then, I felt Marco held my hand and intertwined our fingers together. I opened my eyes and stared at him. He smiled at me reassuringly as if telling me that everything's gonna be alright.

Just knowing that he's by my side made me feel better. I smiled back at him before answering my father.

"I'm fine, daddy. You don't have to worry about me. I'm sorry if I made you worry. I'm in a safe place right now and I will be back as soon as I can."

"Maggie, tell me what's happening. Where are you right now?" He asked sternly. I looked at Marco again and he nodded his head, signaling me that it was okay for me to tell my father everything.

"I'm in Australia, daddy."

"What?! In Australia?! What are you doing there?!" I winced because of his loud voice.

"Daddy, please, don't get mad. I'm with Marco and everything's fine. I'll tell you everything when I get back, but for now, I have something to tell you."

"You're with Marco?! What the—"

"—Marco and I are already engaged and we'll be wed soon."

"What?! Where did all these come from?! Since when did you start being with him?! I thought you were in a relationship with Keith?!" He queried thunderously. My father was always been affectionate and loving but I wouldn't like to anger him because his strict side would come out.

I bit my lower lip as I felt my cheeks redden. "I-I already broke up with Keith, daddy. He hurt and tried to kidnap me. Thankfully, I didn't marry him."

"Kidnap you?! Since when these all happened? Why didn't you tell me right away?" He asked exasperatedly. I didn't want to lie to him so I decided to tell him everything that happened.

"Please, don't tell anyone about our location right now. Keith might trace us and come here to harm us." I begged him after telling him everything. I heard him sigh.

"I can't believe this. All of these happened without our knowledge and I don't understand why you had to keep it a secret from us." He answered wearily. I could hint the anger and worry in his voice.

"I'm sorry, daddy. I just didn't want you to get worried about me." I apologetically said. He sighed again.

"Forgiven but don't ever hide something like this from us again. Understood? If something happened, inform me right away."

"Okay, daddy. I hope mom and Christine are alright." The heavy feeling inside of me finally lifted.

"They're fine. They're downstairs right now. Your mother has been very worried. Don't worry. I'll tell her that you called." He took a deep breath and then continued. "Anyway, I want to speak with Marco before the wedding. We will attend the ceremony too whether you like it or not." His voice held finality.

"Of course, daddy. I'll talk to Marco to make arrangements." I agreed. I knew that our situation was quite dangerous but I want my family to attend our wedding because without them, my happiness wouldn't be complete.

"Okay. Call me again after you discuss it to him." He released a breath. "I can't believe that my first born is about to get married—to Marco of all people." He then continued.

"Why, daddy? Do you have something against him?" He didn't answer right away.

"I don't have anything against him. I guess, I only hate the situation. Anyway, call me again when you have the chance."

"Okay, daddy. Tell mom and Tin not to worry too much because I'm fine. I love you." I then ended the call. I wanted to ask him what he meant by what he said but I chose to just remain quiet about it.

"Are you okay?" I looked up at Marco. He looked worried. I forced a smile.

"I'm fine. Daddy was mad but I managed to explain to him everything." He nodded his head.

"I'm glad you did. At least, we don't have to hide anything from them."

"You're right." I heaved a sigh. "Marco?"

"Yes, my queen."

I cleared my throat. "Daddy said; he wants to talk to you. He also said that they want to attend our wedding whatever happens." He smiled and caressed my cheek.

"It's okay. I want to talk to your father in person as well. I know that you're worried about our situation but you don't have to worry. I already have a plan about that."

"Really?" I asked in wonder. He chuckled.

"Yes. Did you really think that we'd get married without the important people in our lives? Of course not. Whatever our situation is, I want them to be part of the most memorable moment of our lives." Hearing that brightened up my mood.

I threw my arms around him for a tight hug. "Thank you. You're the best!"

He laughed. "I know, right?" He answered playfully and then kissed my forehead. Our gazes met. Our love for each other was visible in each other's eyes.

"I love you." He muttered full of love as his thumb traced the contours of my lips. His eyes shone with different emotions as his gaze went down my lips.

"I love you too." I answered with all my heart and just like that, our lips met for a passionate kiss. The hunger, desire and need could be felt in each movement of our lips. I moaned when he gently bit my lower lip before his tongue teased it as if coaxing me to open up for him.

I didn't disappoint him. I reciprocated his kiss the way he wanted it and that made him moan triumphantly as he invaded my lips fully. Our tongues fought for dominance.

The kiss was making my mind hazy and when his hands began exploring the sensitive areas of my body, I threw all the cautions in the wind. All I knew was, I love him and he loves me.

Judging by the way he was kissing me, I already knew what he wanted. The sexual tension between us these past weeks was unbelievably strong and I was quite surprise how we managed not to give in into the temptation especially that we've been sleeping in the same room.

I knew that Marco was having a hard time and I couldn't help but to admire him for having a strong self-control.

But now, I could tell that he already reached his limits. Just feeling that hard thing poking against my belly; it was as clear as day that he'd been longing to touch me and I knew that I could give him my everything because I loved him.

My hands moved on their own and boldly slipped them underneath his shirt, caressing his abs and chest in a seductive way, letting him feel my desire for him.

His lips pulled away from kissing me and then took off his shirt. My throat went dry and I swallowed hard upon seeing his topless muscled body. My body was burning in anticipation.

I swallowed hard as my heart pounded hardly. A red light of warning appeared on my head but I pushed the thought away. I shamelessly rained butterfly kisses on his chest and I earned a grunt from him. That gave me the confidence.

He threw his head back in pleasure and then closed his eyes, savoring what I was doing to him. His breath went hitch.

Seeing him enjoying my touch gave me courage to proceed on giving him pleasure. I licked his right nipple and he groaned in pleasure. He opened his eyes and then looked at me.

"My queen, you're killing me." He sounded like he was having a hard time.

"Why? Don't you want what I'm doing to you?" I asked seductively. He gulped inaudibly.

"Of course, I want to. You don't have any idea how much I want it. Are you sure about this though? I'm in the brink of losing my control, my queen." He answered throatily. "God knows how much I want to take you right now but if you're not yet ready, I can wait for the right time even if it kills me." I was touched. Even though he was already about to burst, he's still willing to wait.

That was all I needed to hear.

"I-I want you, Marco. Show me how much you want me. Love me, my king." As soon as I uttered those words, he scooped me up onto his arms and took to me bed in a hurry.

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Bed scene or not on the next chapter?

I intended to only upload Maggie's POV but it was too short. Anyway, what do you think of this chapter?

Do you still remember Jace, Zandro and Brey?

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