Chapter 46 Don''t Touch Me


    Brich


    Vivian realized something was amiss the moment the crossed the finish line without hesitation, she agreed her horse towards Sylvie Only after dismounting with a witt motion did the rush to spider the surveyed her friend from head to toe, her relief was palpable as the found nonds, petyer of dome said. "My horse almost trampled you back there! Thank heaven you''re sade I was so worried


    spline, are por


    alright?"


    Sylvie, feeling like misfortune was her shadow, had no desire to entangle herself with Joey''s type Yes Searing he might cling to her because of the matter, she said to him reluctantly. "You saved me back there. Thank you"


    Turning to the event staff, her voice urgent, Sylvie said, "Please hurry I''m in pain I need to go to the hospital


    night now."


    She was desperate to escape the premises and Jordy''s potential grasp


    Jordy, fuming with indignation, eximed, "What the hell? I risked my life to save her, and all she has is a


    measly thanks?"


    Isabe, witnessing the scene, red at Sylvie but internally mocked jordy-had Jordy really expected his heroics to win Sylvie''s affection?


    But she kept her thoughts to herself, satisfied as long as Sylvie remained uninterested in Jordy


    "Maybe you should get yourself examined by a doctor as well," suggested Isabe


    Jordy, still simmering, agreed without fuss. "Alright," he replied.


    Heh


    believed Isabe was still the person who was treating him the best.


    As the championship final loomed, Brenna and Alex both decided to use the same horses from the previous


    round


    Among the other eight finalists, decisions varied; some opted for fresher horses, banking on better stamina, while others, like Brenna, valued the established connection and rhythm with their current mounts


    The tension was palpable; eyes full of challenge were fixed on Alex, everyone eager to dethrone him


    Completely absorbed, Brenna stood by her horse, caressing its mane and murmuring words of encouragement,


    oblivious to her surroundings.


    This disregard made Ethan feel invisible. Wasn''t it obvious he was there just for her?


    Beside Ethan, Rosie offered a light smile and suggested. "Ethan, why don''t we head to the stands? It''s a better


    view from there."


    Ethan, uninterested in leaving, dismissed her suggestion. His cool demeanor intact, he replied. "No, you go on.


    I need to speak with Brenna "


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    Rosie, slightly irritated, said to Brenna sharply. "Brenns, than is trying to get your attention. Are you even


    listening"


    How dare Brenna ignore Ethan


    Rosie nudged Brenna in anger


    Brenna, caught off guard, turned to them, confused "Sorry, what was that the asked


    Rosie, turning to Ethan,ined, "Did you see? She didn''t hear a word "


    Ethan chose to prioritize Brenna''s preparation. He approached Brenna with an apologetic expression. He said,


    I picked a terrible time to talk. I know talking to your horse helps with your synergy and performance I''m sorry for interrupting. Focus on your race, and when you win the finals, let''s celebrate "


    His apology was genuine.


    Brenna nodded in acknowledgment. "Alright."


    Both Rosic and Neville were dumbfounded, having never seen Ethan offer an apology like that before


    Ethan had really just taken the initiative to apologize to Brenna.


    It was downright shocking.


    Neville was so stunned that he just stood there, mouth hanging open.


    Rosie, even more stunned, stared at Ethan for what felt like forever before it finally hit her than might actually have feelings for Brenna


    This wasn''t just a fleeting crush; his actions spoke louder than words. "Ethan, I did great, too! Second ce and a new personal best. Shouldn''t we go and celebrate now?" Rosie hoped her longstanding friendship with Ethan would elicit some praise from him.


    She waited for Ethan''spliment, eyes fixed on his face, which bore a subtle smile. Yet, his attention remained fixed on Brenna, his gaze tender.


    Ethan had never looked at her that way.


    In a fit of frustration, Rosie grabbed his arm and shook it. "Ethan!"


    Ethan turned his attention to her and shook off her hand, his voice icy, his gaze piercing. "Don''t touch me," he


    said


    However, when his eyes returned to Brenna, they softened significantly


    The final race was imminent. Brenna, leading her horse to the starting line, was closely followed by Alex, who dered confidently, "This round, I''ll beat you, Night. I''m the most skilled rider here."


    The rest of the contestants red at Alex, dismissing his boastful im. "Not a chance!"


    "We''ll show you real strength!"


    Alex, unbothered by the surrounding disdain, shrugged off theirments.


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