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151 The Chess Tournament.
Daniel wiped the sweat off his face.
These fans were totally insane.
They probably could beat Olympic runners with the way they chased people.
He was hired as a bodyguard, yet he nearly passed out from running so fast.
Alice finally climbed into the car , still catching her breath and pressing a hand to her chest.
“I had no idea being a celebrity felt like this,” she gasped. “Forget it–I don’t want this life at all.”
Eric looked over at her.
Right now, Alice’s cheeks were flushed from the run, two bright pink spots standing out on her pale skin.
It actually made her look even more adorable.
Her eyes were shining, full of energy.
Something tugged at him deep inside.”
He quickly turned his head away.
Inside the art exhibition center.
Yvette stood, glaring in the direction they had gone, her face full of frustration.
She used to be the only woman Eric cared about.
They were nearly married before his accident.
How did everything flip so fast?
How could Eric care for someone else so soon?
“Ms. Martinez, Justin Bolton approached her and quietly spoke.
“I found out some information. Mr. Eric and his wife are expected to attend the chess tournament.”
Yvette raised an eyebrow. “Oh?”
He quickly gave her a summary of what the event was about.
But she didn’t care about the game.
“So you’re telling me the organizer is Alice’s brother?”
“ Yes , ” he confirmed.
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“Then schedule a meeting with Gary, I want to meet him,” she ordered,
Justin looked puzzled. “But we already have an invitation from the Martinezes
“That’s not what this is about,” she replied, thinking it over. “When you set it up, I want Gary and their adopted daughter there.”
He hesitated. “Is this about Alice?”
“Of course , ” Yvette scoffed. “A so – called heiress? Please. People from the countryside should stay in their
Jane.”
“That adopted girl must be feeling awful. I have to do something to help her out.”
Justin tried to reason with her. “Mr. Martinez said we shouldn’t waste our time on the Nolans anymore. They’ve lost their influence.”
I’m only going to a tournament, that’s all, Yvette said with a smirk.
He let out a quiet sigh .
She had always been stubborn.
Whenever she cared about something, she had to win.
She used to be head–over–heels for Eric, and now that he was looking after a country girl, she couldn’t handle it.
Oh well
The Spencers are insignificant anyway, he’ll help her out,
Time passed quickly.
The chess tournament was right around the corner.
Although Daniel had just started learning, he signed up and managed to pass the first round.
Sadly, he didn’t qualify for the finals, so he tagged along as Eric’s bodyguard.
“Mrs. Nolan, are you any good at this game?”
Daniel asked while driving.
Alice had her eyes closed, relaxing. She opened them slightly and smiled.
“No.”
“Seriously? You don’t know how to play chess? What if the Spencers mess with you?”
She turned to Eric and said, “Isn’t that what Eric is for ?”
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Daniel clamped his mouth shut.
Eric was basically a genius at this game.
She
really didn’t need to worry–she had someone powerful backing her.
Eric glanced at her, too. His eyes locked with hers
ize was intense.
His gaze
Like looking into the deep sea–you stare too long, and you’ll fall in.
Alice looked away quickly and faked a cough to hide how flustered she was.
“Here’s the list for today.
Seeing her shy reaction, like a frightened little bunny. Eric couldn’t help but smile.
Then, he casually pulled out a document from a folder beside him.
It was a list filled with names, each one followed by a brief description of the person.
Everything she could need was already there.
She flipped through the pages and turned to him, surprised.
“How did you know I was looking for this?”
Eric responded in his usual calm voice.
“You’ve been giving me needle therapy every day. You don’t have the time to do research.
“Think of this as me paying you back for your help.”
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Alice grinned as she looked through it. “So this is your way of making sure I don’t feel like owing you , isn’t
Eric said nothing.
Her grin grew wider . “ You’re already mine, so why bother keeping score?”
She could’ve sworn he stiffened a little after that.
Was it her imagination, or did his ears go slightly red?
Even his breathing seemed off.
At first, she didn’t think much of it–then it clicked.
“Give me your hand,” she said.
Eric raised a brow. “What for?”
She replied like it was obvious.
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“I need to check your pulse,”
He didn’t budge.
“No need.”
Alice gave him the same annoyed face he always used.
“Who’s the doctor here, huh?”
She paused and got serious.
“I can’t stand it when patients don’t listen or cooperate.”
At that point, Eric had no choice.
He finally held out his hand.