Chapter 1528

Chapter 1528:

Why couldn’t his bodyguard understand the subtlety of romance? Couldn’t he see that this wasn’t about alcohol but heartbreak?

Frustrated, Shaun tightened his grip on the beer bottle and muttered under his breath. If his bodyguard wouldn’t get the hint, fine. He’d drink until the ache in his chest dulled.

Half an hour later, the bottle sat empty on the table. Shaun stood abruptly, muttering something about needing the restroom.

The bodyguard leaned back in his chair, watching him go. He quipped, “The booze hitting you already? Is there something wrong with your system?”

Shaun shot him a withering look. “I’m fine! Just going to the restroom. And stop commenting on my health—I’m perfectly capable!”

Shaun’s mind buzzed with indignation as he left the restroom, his steps brisk and purposeful. His bodyguard had no idea what he was talking about. As Shaun walked out of the men’s room, he collided with someone who was about to enter the ladies’ room. He stumbled slightly, blinking in surprise. His eyes met Tracy’s, and for a fleeting moment, the air seemed to still.

him. Tracy, on the other hand, barely spared him a glance. She

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his hand darted out, gripping her arm before she

the surprise in her chest. “Do you need something from

flickering in his gaze. “Miss, have we met before?” he

tugged at the corners of Tracy’s lips. She shook her head gently, her voice light

blinked, clearly thrown off. His brow furrowed as though trying to grasp an elusive memory. “Really? But why does my heart…” His voice trailed off, his

insistent, like a needle pricking his heart. He clutched at the feeling, desperate to make sense of it. Why did the sight of this young woman stir something buried deep within

his emotions when Tracy’s

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she headed

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