Richard’s sudden appearance caught Tiffany off guard. He stood beside her, holding an umbrella that shielded them both. His other arm was securely wrapped around her waist to pull her closer, ensuring she stayed dry.

A sleek black car, unmistakably from the Hampton family, zoomed up and stopped boldly at the arena’s entrance. Richard softly chuckled as Tiffany remained in a daze and gently patted her waist. “Get in.”

His deep, magnetic voice left no room for hesitation, and Tiffany slipped into the car without a second thought.

Sandra’s previously smug expression turned sour. “That’s Richard Hampton-the most influential man in Lovell City! When did Tiffany connect with the Hampton family?’ Her thoughts raced.

‘And he’s Kenneth’s uncle!’ The realization made Sandra glance nervously at Kenneth.

“Kenneth…” Sandra began.

“I’ll take you home, Kenneth cut her off before she could continue.

Kenneth’s tone was icy, seething with frustration. He was still reeling from Tiffany’s earlier insults, and now, seeing her so closely involved with Richard made his blood boil.

Sandra bit her lip, the earlier charm of Kenneth now paling in comparison to the memory of Richard’s striking appearance.

While Kenneth and Sandra wrestled with their own thoughts, Tiffany already regretted her impulsive decision to get into Richard’s car. ‘What was I thinking? Why did I just jump into his car like that?’

The ride was silent until Tiffany cleared her throat and broke the awkward tension. “Mr. Richard, how’s your injury?”

couldn’t help but stifle a laugh. However, his

seem that old-fashioned?” Richard asked

head vigorously, indicating it wasn’t her intention to

in his father’s life. Though he was only seven years older than Tiffany, he belonged to her father’s generation by

shifted the conversation. “Thank you for helping me and for the

need for thanks,” Richard replied with a faint smile. “Just returning

he notice the bow I tied?’ she

grin. “Hey, you’re the first girl to ride in Richard’s car. How does

seemed interested in someone

instinctively replied, “Oh, I’m very

was momentarily speechless at

and straightforward answer is just too adorable. Couldn’t she at least. pretend to be excited

his face, feeling a vague sense of familiarity. She couldn’t quite place where she

his voice taking on a

so near that she was practically pinned in the corner of the car,

nowhere to retreat, Tiffany whispered,

eyes locked on her with curiosity, scrutiny, and a touch of something more

hearing about Richard’s unpredictable temperament. Up close, she could feel the unpredictability radiating off him, making

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