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?”

help but stifle a laugh.

really seem that old-fashioned?” Richard asked through gritted

vigorously, indicating it wasn’t

son of the Hampton family, born later in his father’s life. Though he was only seven years

shifted the conversation.

with a faint smile. “Just returning the favor for

‘Did he notice the bow

Sidney turned around with a teasing grin. “Hey, you’re the first

seemed interested in someone for

Tiffany instinctively replied, “Oh,

momentarily speechless

as he chuckled. ‘Her calm and straightforward answer is just too adorable. Couldn’t she at least. pretend to be excited or

Tiffany studied his face, feeling a vague sense of familiarity. She

in closer, his voice taking on

how close Richard was. He was so near that she was practically pinned in the corner of the car, surrounded by the

whispered, “I’m running out

with curiosity, scrutiny, and a touch of

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

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