Chapter 116
The racetrack erupted as the tables turned in an instant, sending everyone’s emotions through the roof. Even the toughest guys jumped up in
shock
One exchimed. “Holy crap!”
Someone muttered, “What did 1 just witness?”
Another said, “That was some real–life–or–death driving! She used her car to stage a crash right there, just to pull off that even manage thatt
at insane move. How did she
“It’s not just about risking her life. She has to nail the angle of impact control the direction the car spins out, and somehow stick the landing with the car
Zoe had just pulled off a move no one in the racing world had ever dared to try. Everyone was stunned, frozen like statues, completely blown away. When Henry caught this scene, a knowing smile tugging at his lips. He thought, Looks like my hunch is right. Whether or not Zoe is Fox, she is the kind of person who can put Clusia’s racing scene on the world map.
As the two cars shot across the finish line, the winner was clear.
Sitting in his car, Charlie slammed on the brakes, feeling like something heavy had just whooshed over his head. He’d been so sure of himself, but now he could only stare in disbelief at Zoe, who had crossed the finish line just ahead of him.
Charlie never imagined he’d lose on his home turf, and to Zoe, who everyone saw as an outsider and was fresh back from a small town.
Charlie thought. With driving skills like that, there is no way Zoe is the rookie everyone thought she was. He jumped out of his car and blocked Zoe’s way. He asked, “Why didn’t you ever tell me you could race”
Zoe looked at Charlie, her face cold and unreadable.
Charlie felt the sting of defeat, but he didn’t argue. Instead, he said decisively. “You won. That last move you pulled was insane. Even with all my experience, I couldn’t have beaten you. A bet’s a ber. What do you want me to do?
Earlier, Charlie had said that if Zoe lost, she’d have to quit the club and go home. Now that he’d lost, he owed her a favor. Even if she asked him to leave the club, he’d do it.
But to his surprise, Zoe didn’t say a word. She just shot him a glance and walked away.
Charlie thought, She just left. What is that supposed to meant
Just then, Mark and the others came over. Mark said. “Your sister’s gut some serious skills. I haven’t seen a stunt that wild since the international championships, not since watching Fox in action. Didn’t expect your sister could do it too.”
“I honestly didn’t think she’d be this good, either, Charlie admitted, still in awe
By the time Charlie made it home, it was already evening.
Normally, Charlie was hardly ever home, always off somewhere. Even the rest of the Evans brothers could barely get hold of him. No one ever knew what he was up to.
So tonight, with him finally back and the whole family gathered, it was a rare sight.
Seeing Charlic, Clara was both happy and exasperated. She said, “Charlie, you haven’t been home in ages. We couldn’t reach you at all these p few days. If you’d stayed away any longer, I was about to call the police!”
Herbert was closest to Charlie. He immediately came up and gave Charlie a big hug.
Eunice whined, “Charlie, I missed you so much!”
past
Eunice had been feeling out of sorts at home lately. She was usually doted on by all five of her brothers. The moment she saw Charlie, she nished over, clearly wanting to vent all her grievances about Zor.
“Eunice, you’ve gotten even prettier, Charlie said with a smile.
That one line made Eunice feel the warmth of Charlie’s affection again. She said, “No way, Charlie, I’m no Zoe’s way prettier than me. Compared to her, I’m nothing at all.”
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As she spoke, she suddenly looked like she remembered something upsetting and her eyes filled with tears. She hadn’t said much, but somehow it felt like she’d poured her heart out.
Charlie frowned a little. He asked, “What’s wrong, Eunice?”
Eunice replied, “It’s nothing. I’m just happy you’re home, Charlie. It has nothing to do with Zoe, She shook her head, forcing a smile as she wiped her tears. She’d already spotted Zoe coming downstairs.
Charlie didn’t notice Eunice’s act. He heard Eunice timidly call out. “Zoe, you’re coming down? Look, Charlie’s back! You haven’t met him yet, right?”
Based on her experience, Eunice knew that Charlie was incredibly attentive. She thought. If Charlie caught even a hint of the tremor in my voice. he’d hunt down Zoe and get to the bottom of things
But what happened next was the last thing Eunice could have imagined,
Charlie dropped Eunice and rushed straight over to Zoe, calling out, “Zoel” The way he said it was so earnest and full of awe. It left everyone stunned.
Eunice’s eyes went wide. She asked. “Charlie, have you already met Zoe?
Charlie had always doted on Eunice, but even at his most indulgent, he’d never shown her that kind of excitement. Yet he was showing it to Zor Charlie’s enthusiasm didn’t seem to faze Zoe at all. Zoe gave him a cool nod. Then she stepped around him and went straight to take her seat at the dining table.
It was just about time for dinner to start. As soon as Zoe sat down, Sean followed suit.
When Clara took her seat, she let out a cold snort and said, “Charlie, don’t bother with Zor. She always looks like everyone owes her a lot of money?” Eunice felt like she’d swallowed something disgusting, but she will sat down and had the maid set her place.
Pretending not to be bothered at all, Eunice rumed to Charlie and said, “Don’t mind her, Charlie. Zoe’s always like that. She keeps her distance from everyone in the family, always so cold. So you shouldn’t bother with her either
Charlie just laughed and said, “It’s fine, that’s just her style. I think it’s preny great
Hearing this, Jacob was practically floored. He said, “Charlie, have you lost if you’re praising Zoe, that cold–blooded weirdo She handed over her spot at the Eminence Nexus to someone else!”
“What?” Charlie exclaimed. His first reaction was pure shock. After all, every Evans brother had dreamed their whole life of getting into the Entinence Nexus.
Charlie’s shock was exactly how everyone at the Evans residence thought he’d react.
Eunice gave a little huff, lifting her chin with a smug look. She’d been sure that as soon as Charlie heard the news, he’d march right over and tear into Zoe. And for a second, it seemed like that was about to happen.
As soon as Charlie snapped out of it, he headed straight for Zoe. Just as he reached her, his demeanor softened. He plopped down next to her and even scooted his chair closer
Then, right in front of everyone, Charlie grinned and said, “Zoe, you have what it takes to get into the Eminence Nexus? That’s amazing! I’m seriously proud of you. So, what other awesome stuff have you been hiding from me?”
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