Pampered by my three brothers: the return of the neglected heiress

Chapter 1256: Ginnie better be ready for what's coming

Meanwhile...

The sound of shoes skidding across the shiny court floor cut through the air, accompanied by the rhythmic bounce of a basketball. Balls were scattered around as Max attempted another shot-only to miss.

Each time he failed, he grabbed another ball from the large basket and tried again. And again. And again. He had lost count of how many times he had done this, but by now, sweat had completely soaked his white shirt and dampened his hair.

"Shit!" he cursed loudly after missing yet another three-point shot. Frustrated, he clenched his fists and gritted his teeth.

"Someone's in a terrible mood." A familiar female voice broke through the silence of the empty court.

Max turned his head toward the sound and huffed. "What did I ever do to you for you to keep tracking me down-even here?" he grumbled. "Lily, tell me, do you have a crush on me?"

"Oh, wow!" Lily clapped dramatically and let out a laugh. "Well, if that thought makes you happy, go ahead and entertain it. Just know you're not the only one who thinks I like them. I allow people to think that, though."

"Tch." Annoyed, Max shook his head and tried to ignore her. He walked over to the bench, grabbing a small towel to wipe his face and neck. After sitting down, he leaned forward, resting his arms on his knees.

Lily tilted her head, watching him. With a smirk, she sauntered over and took a seat-just out of arm's reach.

"Leave me alone, woman," he grumbled, still catching his breath. "As you can see, I'm not in the mood to deal with your nonsense today. Also—"

He paused and shot her a suspicious look. "Are you stalking me? How did you even know I was here?"

"Your dad told me."

"What?"

information, your dad is one of the guys who thinks I

"Shut up."

here because Ginnie

momentarily faded. He arched a brow, curiosity sparking in

I will." She blinked and smiled innocently. "She also mentioned you were at the practice

tongue, recalling the day's events. The more

Hugo was... terrible. The guy had awful financial habits, leaving him broke all the time. He was also a blockhead-using his brain energy only when on duty. And, because of his career, there was always

that Max wished death upon Hugo, of course he was just stating facts! Hugo also had an embarrassingly low EQ. And yet, Ginnie had been in love with him for years?

suppressing a giggle. When she composed herself, she cleared her throat and focused back

I

in dismay. "Why would I need your help? Just

don't need my help?" Lily tilted her head, folding her arms across

"Scram!"

a waste of time coming here," she intoned, standing up. "Just when I thought I could pull Ginnie out of a cruel, unrequited love. But I guess I was overthinking

eye twitched, his ego stung by her loud remark. Watching her retreating

been used to Lily's antics. However, something in what she said

her, okay?!" he suddenly exclaimed, watching Lily stop in her tracks. "She can like whoever the hell she wants, and

you happy, Max." She waved dismissively and walked away. "If you change

his tongue again and shook his

for

Lily's success in the business world. She might note have made waves as massive as Penny who had shaken

that Max get acquainted

under his breath, pushing himself up and tossing the towel aside. He jogged back onto

himself, hoping basketball would clear his mind. But tonight, it wasn't working. No matter how many shots he took, his thoughts

rose and fell heavily as he caught his