A Second Chance with the CEO After Divorce

Chapter 60:

Belinda caught sight of the watch on Allen’s wrist and frowned at its expensive brand.

Before she could stop herself, she tugged on Madisyn’s arm. “No need. I don’t have anything of equal value to bet.”

Belinda tried to keep her voice low, but Allen stood so close he heard every word. He mistook her hesitation for doubt and flashed a smug grin. “Don’t worry—everyone starts as a beginner. The bet’s just for fun. Don’t take it so seriously.”

Leaning against a nearby column, he radiated confident ease. “Here’s the deal: if I lose, the watch is yours. If you lose, just add me on WhatsApp. Sound fair?”

“Deal!” Madisyn snapped her fingers and accepted on Belinda’s behalf before she could protest. “Let’s gear up and start right away.”

Allen chuckled as he stood and patted Belinda on the shoulder. “Ms. Nelson, safety first when racing. Don’t stress—just finishing is an achievement.” He then rejoined the circle of spectators who hung on his every word.

“Allen’s slick at getting a girl’s number,” one of them joked.

“That watch must be worth at least two or three million. Do you really want to risk it?” another asked.

racing instead of studying. No way he’ll

confident look. “If she beats me today, I’ll come after her.” The group

her eyes. She laid a reassuring hand on Belinda’s shoulder. “Just focus

gaze, skeptical. “I haven’t raced in years. Aren’t you worried I’ll make a

inspiring stories on

line. “You’ve always been our rock. Remember how unstoppable

across her face. “Okay, I’ll do my best

line. When the official waved the flag, their cars shot forward like unleashed

excepted—was certain Allen would win easily. Yet with each lap, disbelief rippled through the stands. Belinda, the track’s latest sensation, surged ahead of Allen so decisively that by the time he realized the threat, it was already too late. She crossed the finish line well

hush fell over the

Madisyn cried, sprinting forward to embrace her friend. “I knew

to a stop. He climbed out, removed his helmet, then slid

watch from his hand. “Allen, you’re

Even in defeat, he bore no bitterness—only excitement and admiration as he watched Belinda. It had been a long time since he’d met someone as