Novel 543
Chapter 22
Their enigmatic exchange baffled the onlookers, sparking chatter.
“What are they discussing? Can’t catch a single word.
”
“Why’d she stop? Can’t Tequila handle defeat?”
“Didn’t you see? Moonshadow signaled her not to unmask.
”
The murmurs flew past Declan’s ears, unnoticed.
He was fixated on the enigmatic figures at center stage, his mind awash with questions.
Out of nowhere, a hand touched his wrist.
“What’s on your mind, Declan?”
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Roused from his reverie, Declan glanced at Eliana next to him, masking any trace of emotion.
“Usually, racers would have left the track by now, not stand there chatting.
”
Savoring a sip of freshly-served champagne, Declan continued, “Mr.
Mitchell would be furious if he knew about this blunder.
”
Eliana inquired, “Is Mr.
Mitchell really that influential? Never heard of him before I went overseas.
”
Taking the last gulp of his champagne, Declan replied dispassionately, “He’s a recent addition to Mitchell Group but quickly became an uncontested leader.
”
His gaze returned to the intriguing drama unfolding in the arena, as if seeking a distraction from the unease settling within him.
The pre-race interaction between Hannah and Bryson had been a lingering irritant for Declan.
As he was about to refill his glass, his hand froze, eyes widening in disbelief.
“No deal,” Hannah declared, her tone unyielding.
“I detest being manipulated.
”
The man looked like he was going to say something, but Hannah had already snatched up her mask.
Her face, radiant despite a light sheen of sweat, beamed with unapologetic confidence.
This was Hannah, who’d leaned casually against the railing just a while ago.
She tossed the mask aside, gripped her helmet, and extended her hand toward the man.
“Your skills aren’t bad, though.
Maybe we’ll have a rematch someday.
”
The man stayed quiet, eyeing her open palm, and then burst into laughter.
Hannah’s brow furrowed.
She had braced herself for an insult, but instead, he took off his mask.