Chapter 446

Chapter 446

If his eldest son had raised his child as his second son had, Samantha would not have turned out this

way. Even though the second son’s liikl was slightly mischievous, he was respectable and would never

indulge in these acts of lawlessness.

“For minor issues, you can reach out to Michael. Alter your second uncle Tanz disciplined him recently,

he’s been given somme leeway.” Old Man Tanz added.

There was something significant that he did not mention. Little Quier was now retired, and if Cynthia

were to be bullied, he would likely be the first to defend her.

“Alright,” Cynthia responded.

Once the issue was resolved, Cynthia’s heart lightened considerably

Seeing that it was not time for the meal yet, Old Man Tanz asked Cynthia to play another round of

chess with him. Before they started, he sent a message to Matthew. If you don’t come soon, Cynthia

will be leaving.)

Matthew, who was playing chess with a group of retired seniors, glanced at the message and quickly

replied, “Hold on, I’ll be there after claround”

“Little Quer, it’s your turn. Why are you on your phone?”

“Hurry up!”

“I’ll be my turn after this round.

“I wonder if Lattle Quier’s skill level has improved in the past two years.”

“Does it matter if it’s improved? Has anyone among us ever pushed him to his limit?”

“That lad is a real weirdo.”

The old men chatted animatedly.

Dressed in a long black coat, Matthew responded to their comments with a wry smile. “After this round,

all of you should go home for lunch. Don’t let your wives wait anxiously.”

“It’s almost noon!!

“How has time passed so quickly? We’ve only played two rounds.”

“After lunch, I want to play the first round.”

“It’s supposed to be my turn!”

The men began to argue amongst themselves.

Matthew’s eyes were narrow, their black pupils shining in the light. He quickened his pace, a tinge of

curiosity tingling within him. What would Cynthia’s reaction be when she saw him?

At that moment, Cynthia was also engrossed in her game. After all, Old Man Tanz’s level of play was

quite high when he was serious. Twenty minutes later, both games had reached a critical stage.

Matthew had finished his match, but neither Cynthia nor Old Man Tanz, so concentrated on their game,

noticed a man, tall, handsome, dressed in a black coat and military boots, walking toward them from a

small path.

Cynthia took Old Man Tanz’s listing. At that exact moment, Matthew silently stood belund her. His

beautiful eyes gave her a quick oner–cner before landing on the chessboard. His thin lips smiled so

slightly, Cynthia felt a presence behind her but did not think much of it. She assumed it was a member

of the Tanz family or perhaps someone else from the military compound who had cure to watch. The

game consumed all of Old Man Tanz’s attention as well.

Twenty minutes later, the game concluded. Old Man Tanz ealailed a long breath, growing fonder of

Cynthia with each move she made. “You’re quite the player, tragging me at every turn. I almost…he

trailed off when he saw Matthew He had not finished the sentence, but the sentiment was clear. Ite had

almost lost. Surprised, he wondered, when did this young man.

Cynthia had rarely seen such an expression on Old Man Tanz Instinctively, she followed his gaze.