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.

overseas racing instead of studying. No way he’ll

suit beside his car, he shot Belinda a confident look. “If she beats me today, I’ll come after her.” The group erupted in laughter and

ego,” Madisyn muttered, rolling her eyes. She laid a reassuring hand on Belinda’s shoulder. “Just focus and

met her friend’s gaze, skeptical. “I haven’t raced in years. Aren’t you

stories on

rock. Remember how unstoppable you were? Allen doesn’t stand a chance, not

face. “Okay, I’ll do my best not to

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

everyone—Madisyn 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

hush fell over the crowd, their faces mirroring

sprinting forward to embrace her friend.

line and coasted to a stop. He climbed out, removed his helmet,

Madisyn, grinning, snatched the watch from his hand. “Allen, you’re

bitterness—only excitement and admiration as he watched Belinda. It had been a long time since he’d met someone as