The Billionaire Who Stole My Heart

Piper's eyes sparkled with amusement, "Rest assured, Your Majesty, I'll make sure to shine."

"For the upcoming delegation from Welandia, we're planning to scout the city for the most skilled chess players to form a team. We'll host a friendly match to showcase Craneville's dedication to chess, and to foster cultural exchange and elevate the game's prominence." The Queen was very pleased with the plan, "Excellent, I'm entrusting this to you."

Piper grinned triumphantly. She had been looking forward to making a splash during the Welandia Chess Federation's visit to Craneville.

Brittany, on the other hand, seemed indifferent.

But Piper couldn't let it go, "Ms. Lynette, I've heard you grew up in Imperial City, you must have some knowledge about chess, right?" Suddenly, all eyes were on Brittany.

Eltham looked at Brittany with eager anticipation.

Brittany smiled gently, "I've never formally studied chess. I only played a few games with my elders. I'm no match for Ms. Walker, who has won championships."

That was exactly what Piper had been waiting to hear, "Ms. Lynette, if you're interested in chess, you're welcome to observe our chess club anytime."

"Thank you," Brittany responded, brushing off Piper's challenge.

like she had punched a pillow -

dinner party progressed, Brittany excused

the

the wall,

a sour candy from her bag, the intense flavor helping

family waited outside and drove her home once she

the Queen, Piper, and Eltham stood

make sure to take the chess exchange seriously," the

Majesty, I'll prepare thoroughly," Piper confidently replied, undaunted by the prospect of facing

...

Welandia, at a five-star hotel, a man with shoulder-length hair sipped his coffee leisurely behind a mask. Across him sat a handsome man,

I apologize, but I must decline your offer," the

already agreed to represent the Welandia Chess Association in

interest in teaching chess to Brittany, who was soon to marry into Craneville's

"Then, I'll