Chapter 287

After Noelle left with the thermos, Charles turned his gaze back to Sebastian’s piercing eyes, which seemed capable of seeing through one’s soul.

Charles smiled calmly, unfazed by the intense scrutiny. How about a game of chess, sir?”

Sebastian snorted but stood up nonetheless. “Fine. Let’s go to the study.”

Charles followed Sebastian, his smile unwavering. Despite his age, Sebastian was still spry, moving with a youthful vigor. Once they reached the study, Charles easily found the chessboard and set it up, waiting for Sebastian to join him.

Sebastian glanced at Charles. “Don’t think that just because Noelle spoke up for you, I’ve forgiven you. Noelle is my granddaughter, and I know her temperament well.”

always known of your skill in chess since our school days. How about you give me a two–piece

Sebastian shot Charles a sideways glance. “Don’t think I don’t know what you’re up to. When I introduced Noelle to you, you didn’t show

moved his first piece, his sharp

the board. He smiled and picked up another black piece, playing with it between his fingers. “With all due respect, feelings can develop

board and continued, “My feelings for Nelly happened suddenly, but for

was taken aback

always been someone who acted without making a fuss, yet he always achieved his goals. The reason Sebastian introduced Charles to his granddaughter Noelle was precisely

Noelle had been involved in another relationship at the time and

he had let it go when

Though both Noelle, his beloved granddaughter, and Charles, his

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