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

drive from

of excuses, all

dropped the subject, suggesting it might be

this time. If there's anything you

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

any wishes right now. If I

The queen agreed amicably.

duties, the queen

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

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

her composure, "Whether I like you or not isn't the point. The truth is,

same boat, unable to defy the queen's

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

stung, and

Eltham's good qualities, her heart belonged to

distress, approached him with concern, glass

his drink, Eltham, pained by