Hannah started to rise, intending to leave, but Declan seized her wrist!
“Declan Edwards! What are you trying to do?!” Hannah scowled, struggling to free her wrist from his grasp.
Several onlookers lingered, watching with interest.
Declan caught himself, relaxing his posture.
“I apologize for making you uneasy. Grandma has been feeling lonely in the villa. She’d appreciate your company. Will you go?”
With a detached air, Hannah stepped back.
“Understood. I’ll go.”
She turned and walked away decisively.
Declan watched her retreating form, his emotions a tangled mess.
As Hannah approached Lydia, a young man in racing attire hailed her.
“Tequila! I’ve heard you’re an ace on the racetrack. Today’s race was eye-opening!”
Realizing he was the one who had come to her aid, Hannah offered a smile.
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“Just call me Hannah.”
“I’m Pierson Miller!” Pierson beamed, extending his hand for a shake.
Before Hannah could respond, Lydia intercepted Pierson’s hand.
“So you’re the rising star, Pierson? I’ve caught a few of your TV roles.
You’re quite the actor. And a racing enthusiast too!”
Visibly flustered, Pierson pulled back his hand.
“I joined the race on the down-low, so I’d appreciate your discretion.”
“Your secret’s safe! You kept your helmet on during the livestream to avoid recognition, didn’t you?” Lydia said, her eyes shining with admiration.
“Correct.” Pierson looked toward Hannah and brandished his phone.
“Could I get your WhatsApp?”
Noticing Hannah’s hesitation, Lydia nudged her.
“Come on!”