Chapter 33 An Unexpected Encounter
y mind. “The Magician? That
Uncle Benjamin lowered his gaze, his unshaven face macking his emotions as he remained silent. My brow furrowed instinctively as something clicked in my name sounds familiar
1 smiled at me, her eyes inkling with excitement as she explained, “He’s quite famous! Even non–chess players know him. He comes from old money too, one of those powerhouse Tipes in the industry.”
Being less about professional chess, I asked curiously, “is he really that wealthy? Bicher than Yvette?“:
After all, Yvette was a crowned figure on the global wealthy list, a business mogul who could make anything happen. By comparing them, I could start to get a sense of what The Magician’s
Lila laughed and gently tapped my head. “Owen, they’re in different leagues you can’t compare their wealth directly. But when it comes to fame and status, The Magician is the one to beat “You knew, even in business, people sometimes take a loss. But when The Magician speaks in the chess world, everyone listem.”
e continued, “Think of it this way anyone can be rich, but only the best–th who ate both skilled and walthy–can truly thative in the chess world.”
1 pave her a thumbs–up. “That’s impressive. It’d be great to meet him.”
However, Uncle Benjamin said coldly, “He’s just a regular pay. Nothing’s special about him.”
Leyes as he looked at me, and he reached out to pat my head. “Would you lie to learn how to play chess? I could teach y
you.”
Yet, something flickered in his e
I quickly declined, “Nothanks, Uncle Benjamin I need to docus on my career. Why don’t you teach Lila instead?”
With Nancy paying me so well, I needed to prove my worth rather than pick up new hobbies.
Ba’s eyes lit up at this suggestion, looking hopefully at him. After exchanging a meaningful glance with me, he reluctantly nodded Thank you” Lila exclaimed joyfully.
Uncle Berdamin maintained his stoic expression and replied, “Thank Owen
Larned to me with gratitude: “Thanks, Owen Benjamin’s probably only agroing because of you
1 smiled and said, “Don’t forged you owe me one. By the way, how’s his condition?”
“Much more stalile, though he needs another checkup soon,” she replied
I nodded andged them to eat, constantly worried about Uncle Benjamin’s health since my rebirth. After they finished I went to dispose of the takeout containers.
When I returned, I unexpectedly encountered a familiar figure striding toward me in casual cloches
1 trans–It was Yvene. Why was she at the hospital? Seeing her brought back memories of her condescending attitud at the office and how she had humiliated me with the divorce.
Tried to stip away, a firm grip caught my waist, and her magnetic wire cut though the air. “Owen, why are you avoiding me?!!
1 yanked my wat tree and met her cold stare. “I wasn’t avoiding you. I didn’t even notice you. What do you want?
Yvette’s brown furrowed as her penetrating gaze seemed to read my soul. “Why didn’t you tell me about your uncle being hospitalized“”
My faceted as my heart skipped a beat. “How did you know? I never mentioned him to you.”
She flashed a faint smile, as if she were in complete control of everything “It wasn’t hard to find out if you know where to look”
I pressed my lips together in frustration. “Nancy told you, didn’t she? That big mouth!”
I made a mental note to confront Nancy tomorrow about this betrayal. However, I couldn’t help but wonder when Nancy got so close to Yvette. Perhaps it was really Yvette who was on the phone with Nancy jest now
Yvetla ignored my accusation and pressed on “Did you stand me up because of your uncle?
I sighed, seeing in point in hiding it anymore. “Yes, he collapsed suddenly that day”
“Why didn’t you explain when I called Yvette asked after a pause..
I laughed at the absurdity. Yette really was something Did she not realize what our current relationship was?
with a dismissive chuckle, I replied, “It’s my personal matter, and I can handle it. Now that you know, should we Leschedule the divorce proceedings?”
Yvette’s face darkened instantly, her red lips pressing into a thin line.
Just then, a cheerful voice cut through the tension. “Owen, what are you doing standing there? Come have some watermelon!”
I turned to see Lilla in a bright yellow hoode, smiling and wing from the doorway
My heart tightenedfor a a moment but then eased In this life, Lila and Yvette didn’t know each other and wouldn’t be clashing like they did in the past.
Yvette’s gaze studied to Lila, studying her intently before turning back to me with an ley o “Who is she
Before I could answer, Lilla quickly approached and met Yvette’s gaze directly. “I’m Lila Hawthorne, Owen’s good filed. What a pleasure to meet the famous Ms. Jennings.“
Lilla extended her hand in peeling
However, Yvette merely gave her a cold food without accepting the handshake She asked, “Owen, have you been with her this whole time?
