Chapter 2356

Across the court, Norah took Xavier's place, and instantly, the intensity of the game seemed to dial down a notch. They moved in sync, giving and taking, their exchanges fluid and exhilarating.

It had been ages since Norah last played, and facing Xavier, she was all in, her focus razor-sharp. She didn't want to give him any reason to underestimate her.

Xavier, on the other hand, found his attention wandering as he watched the vibrant young woman across from him leap and dash. Her youthful exuberance, especially under the sun, with her expressions so bright and captivating, seemed to infect him, reminding him of his own younger days.

His youth hadn't been all sunshine, though. From teenage rebellion to the fierce struggles of young adulthood, and then a period of listlessness, he felt like he'd missed out on a significant chunk of life.

Yet, in Norah, he saw a glimmer of what he'd lost.

Henson returned and settled into a chair to watch them play, snapping a photo with his phone.

They played until nearly noon before heading home together for lunch.

Norah's phone was buzzing with unread messages, several from Larry expressing how happy he was to see her and how much he enjoyed their teamwork today...

He'd even sent a photo of himself behind the wheel of his Ferrari, saying he was on his way home.

Norah couldn't help but laugh, clicking through to delete him from her contacts.

Suddenly, Henson chimed in, "Sis, stop chatting with that Larry and keep your eyes on the road!"

Norah began, but was cut off as Xavier glanced back at her with a

Henson. "What are

just smiled, offering no

ways, Henson asked, "Mr. Hanson,

out this

out where he was

see you tomorrow then!" Henson said

responded with a light smile, casting another glance at Norah before

and let's go!" Henson nudged

to say

Henson

gave

her a look of

art. You need to let him know you're interested, but also that you're in demand. It'll make him pay

"Oh, and you're an expert in

in the world follows the same principles. Understand one thing,

do I know? You

around his shoulder. "I get it, I do.

scoffed as if offended

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