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."

I worry about the

an hour's drive from the Lynette Conglomerate, which isn't

list of excuses, all politely

queen, seeing reason in Brittany's words, dropped the subject, suggesting it might be better to wait until after the

might have been too hasty. You've done well this time. If there's anything you wish for,

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

If

The queen agreed amicably.

her duties, the queen moved on to

dejected after Brittany's rejection. "Bri, do you not want to get engaged

If not for the royal pressure, she might not have agreed

not isn't the

likely in the same boat, unable to defy the

pull away sharply. Realizing her abruptness, she looked at Eltham with a mix of anxiety and apology. "I'm sorry." Eltham, deflated, let go,

rejection stung, and Eltham hurried

Despite acknowledging Eltham's good

concern, glass in hand.

drink, Eltham, pained