The Billionaire Who Stole My Heart

Back in the day, Julie was a sight to behold, a woman of unparalleled beauty and talent.

Her daughter, Brittany, was every bit her equal in grace and skill. It was a pity he met her too late. Had he known her sooner, he could've guided Brittany onto a professional path, potentially unveiling a new star in the world of chess! The victory party was held at a clubhouse not far from the competition venue.

The Welandia delegation attended the celebration as well, and upon learning that Brittany had triumphed for Craneville, the queen herself congratulated her. "Bri, you were fantastic."

Brittany thanked the queen and politely declined a drink.

Eltham quickly intervened, "Bri's been feeling under the weather lately, she can't drink."

The queen didn't insist, instead, she asked, "Now that you and Eltham are engaged, have you thought about moving in together?"

Brittany froze.

Living together?

With Eltham?

Eltham had been hoping for more time together to foster their relationship, given Brittany's lukewarm feelings towards him.

Aware of Eltham's intentions, Brittany bit her lip, "Your Majesty, I haven't really considered it yet."

not officially engaged, and I worry about the

drive from the Lynette Conglomerate, which isn't convenient for my

list of

subject, suggesting it might be

done well this time. If

a good mood, but Brittany, with a wish to break off the engagement on her lips, knew it was a

wishes right now. If I think of something,

The queen agreed amicably.

her duties, the queen moved on

Brittany's rejection. "Bri, do you not want

romantic feelings Brittany had for him. If not for the royal pressure, she might not have agreed to the engagement at

like you or not isn't the point. The truth is, neither of us

boat, unable to defy the queen's

of emotion, Eltham reached for Brittany's hand, intending to confess his feelings, only for Brittany to pull away sharply. Realizing her abruptness, she looked at Eltham with a mix of anxiety and

and Eltham hurried

alone, sighed. Despite acknowledging Eltham's good qualities, her heart

distress, approached him with concern, glass in hand.

drink, Eltham, pained by Brittany's rejection,