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.

punched a pillow -

party progressed, Brittany excused herself early

the Queen had other plans

leaving the estate, Brittany leaned against the wall, gasping

a sour candy from her bag, the intense flavor helping her suppress the

family waited outside and

Piper, and

make sure to take the chess exchange

replied, undaunted by the prospect of facing a global

...

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

must decline your offer,"

to represent the Welandia Chess Association in

teaching chess to Brittany, who was soon to marry

wasn't deterred, "Then, I'll see you