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Chapter 551

"Wh-what do you think you're doing?" Ivor smirked and stared at her with lust in his eyes, saying, "You don't believe that I've never been with a woman, right? Since that's the case, maybe you should takefor a spin and see for yourself." Bonnie blushed when she felt his member pressing against her. "You're such a pervert!" He twirled her hair and said, "That's right, I am." "Get away from me, or I'll beat you up!" Ivor chuckled at that.

"What's so funny?" Ivor leaned in and whispered, "You're so shy that it's adorable." Bonnie shivered slightly and sighed before shoving him away. "You're stepping over the line, Ivor!" "That's where you're wrong. I've already removed the line." Bonnie rolled her eyes and remarked, "You're the most shameless man I've ever met." "That's why I'm also the man who has taken advantage of you the most, right?" Bonnie looked at him to show how much she did not want to answer that question. Instead, she said, "I'm running late and don't have tfor you. I need to go." She dragged her suitcase and headed outside, but Ivor chased after her and said, "I'll give you a ride." When he stepped outside, Floyd stopped him. "Mr. Ivor, we must hit the road now, or you'll compromise the itinerary. We can't afford to make Ms. Bonita wait for us." 'Floyd's right. I have to forget about sending Bonnie to the airport.' et When Bonnie reached the airport, she wore a flat cap and mask to cover as much of her face as possible. Bonnie also had an army of men surrounding and protecting her. Anyone who looked theirway instantly knew what was happening.

The onlookers either regarded her with curiosity or admiration.

"Look, it's Ms. Bonita! I finally get to see her in person. It's a shI'm far away and can't see her well." "You should appreciate being able to see her at all. You wouldn't have been able to see her without the International Scientific Research Conference, yet you wish to see her up close. Keep dreaming." "He's right. Who do you think Ms. Bonita is? What will we do if bad guys take advantage of us approaching her? Anyone can sneak through the crowd to harm her." "Ohh, I want to take spictures of her!" This year's International Scientific Research Conference was held on an unprecedented scale. Hence, the entire proceedings would be live-streamed on the official Twitter account.

Simultaneously, Vera sat in the Shepards' villa and watched the né

grand event through television. She sighed and looked at Trina with om unreserved disappointment, saying, "I was counting on you to win the competition and get into Bonita Research Institute. to Find

"You were supposed to make your dad andproud and make then family look good. I'm stressed about your future, Trina."

Trina was already depressed, but after hearing her mother's words she lost her appetite the former could only clench her fist under the table to hide her frustration.

 

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Gresham puffed his cigarette and stared at his daughter in disappointment, just as his wife did. He felt so let down that he could not be bothered to say a thing.

"Hmm?" Vera uttered as she squinted at the television showing Bonita's silhouette.

"What's wrong?" Gresham asked in puzzlement.

"Don't you think Ms. Bonita's silhouette is somewhat familiar when the camera is this far away?" Gresham looked at the screen and looked at Bonita, his frown deepening the longer he stared at her. Even Trina stared at the screen, thinking, 'I saw Ms. Bonita when I attended the press conference for the latest nanomaterial, but I stood far away from her. The camera just zoomed in on the TV. I must say, Ms. Bonita's silhouette does look familiar.' "Are you saying her stature reminds you of Bonnie?" Gresham asked bluntly. Then, he mocked, "The world is full of coincidences. It's not that weird for people to share a similar stature. That said, Bonnie doesn't compare to Ms. Bonita." Vera nodded in approval. "I guess you're right." She watched the television again and said, "Ms. Bonita is so young. She looks almost the sage as Bonnie. Every parent would die to have a daughter like Ms. Bonita. I envy her parents! If only I birthed a child who's also the country's backbone, I'd have no regrets. I'd be so proud." Gresham grew upset when he heard Bonnie's name. "That's enough. It's pointless to say such things now. Reality is often disappointing. Bonnie is nothing short of a rebellious, pathetic prick. It's a good thing we disowned her. Otherwise, I'd be pissed off whenever I see her." Vera was just as furious as her husband. She said, "Fine, I'll drop it." Trian looked at her parents' expressions and thought, 'What a relief. I might've embarrassed them, but Bonnie will always be worse than me.' Bonnie noticed Leo, the team leader, still had not moved an inch. Puzzled, she asked, "It's almost tto leave. Why aren't we moving?" He replied, "We're waiting for an important figure." "Hmm? Who's that supposed to be?" "I didn't arter receive news about this until for the represe It seems the higher-up of the nation's economy to appear." Bonnie frowned. Before she could figure it out, she heard a familiar voice, "Grandpa, it's me! Letin!" It was Leo's granddaughter, Sienna. He reprimanded her, "What are you doing here?!" She glanced at Bonnie and explained, "I wanted to cwith you guys to protect Ms. Bonita." Leo looked at Sienna strangely when he heard that.

"Con, Grandpa!" She held his arm and shook him. "Please lettag along. I'm a strong fighter. I'm sure I can help. Also, I think you know how much I admire Ms.

sŵnevei.r Bonita. I need a chance to get close to her.

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"Don't you think there's a chance she might like how forthright! am? She might even want to be my best friend!"

The more she spoke, the stranger Leo's gaze grew. She added, Pretty please, Grandpa!" He reprimanded her again, "Knock it off and go hnow!" "Con, Grandpa!" "Take her away, men." "Grandpa!" Just like that, she was dragged away from the scene.

'This isn't the last they'll see of me. I'll find a way to board the plane. om Fortunately, I thought 6D a backup plan before coming. Since Grandpa has forbiddenfrom following hime, I'll have to resort to it S Leo apologized to Bonnie, "I'm sorry Sienna's stirring up trouble again." "It's no problem." She waved in response.

Suddenly, she heard another familiar voice, "Sorry, I'm late."

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Bonnie's eyes widened in surprise. She did not need to turn around to know who it was. Simultaneously, she knew who Leo was referring to when he mentioned the representative of the nation's economy. On the other hand, Jim lost his composure and let his emotions show. His eyes darkened as he repeatedly looked between Bonnie and Ivor, his heart pounding.

'Why is he here?!' Leo smiled at Ivor and said, "No apologies necessary. The traffic is pretty bad right now." He glanced at Bonnie and thought, 'I used to think Ivor doted on her because he knew about her real identity. Now, I know that isn't the case.' Ivor nodded at the older man before facing Bonnie. "We meet again, Ms. Bonita." 'I can't explain it, but I felt like I knew her when I saw her at the latest nanomaterial press conference. Now that I'm standing before her, that feeling is growing stronger.' Bonnie did not look at Ivor but could sense him staring at her. She wondered if he was suspicious of her.

"Let's move," she said as she stepped forward. However, she was so distracted that she did not watch where she was going and stumbled.

"Watch out!" Since Ivor stood closest to her, he reacted swiftly and held her arms. Her skin spurred that familiar feeling again. This time, it was so strong that Ivor instinctively tightened his grip. "Thanks for that." Bonnie withdrew her hand and quickly avoided staring into his eyes.

Jim asked concernedly, "Are you okay?" "I'm okay. I just didn't look where I was going, that's all." "All that matters is that you're fine." "All right, let's move." Ivor watched as Bonnie left, his frown deepening as he gazed at his hand that had just grabbed Bonnie's arm He thought, 'It's tingling but I've only felt that way with Bonnie.'

He was in the middle of his thoughts when he sniffed his palm.

Immediately after his eyes sparked 'There's something damn familiar about this faint medicinal smell. Could it be?' Ivor gazed at Bonnie, who continued to walk away. Then, he smirked and strode toward her.

Meanwhile, the Shepards continued to watch the television. Their jaws hit the floor when they salvar on the ve. screen. Mera disbelief, "Wh-what is happening? Isn't that the spunk who helped Bonnie? What's he doing with Ms. Bonita?"

Gresham stopped smoking bything but immediately. He was anything but calm and collected as he focused on the screen unblinkingly. Meanwhile, Trina balled her fists and gritted her teeth.

 

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Trina had a good idea of who Ivor was when she met him at Pyralis University's Scientific Research Competition. After all, he sat at the Knight Group's seat. Still, she was unsure as he could have been just a representative and not a higher-up.

Buzz, buzz! Buzz! Gresham answered his phone, "What is it, Dad?" Although he asked that, he knew why Harold was calling. The latter replied, "Why else would I be calling? Aren't you watching the live broadcast? It's a big day, Gresham. The whole city-no, the whole nation is watching!" All of Arvandor watched the show. After all, it was rare for Bonita to appear in a live broadcast.

Harold questioned, "Why is that punk standing beside Ms. Bonita?" He was curious because he had seen Bonnie and Ivor on multiple occasions.

"Well..." Gresham wished he knew the answer. "M-Maybe he's just a staff member or something." It made sense since Ivor was not the only one there. There were many staff members with Bonita, too. Either way, the father and son could not think of other reasons. They also did not believe Ivor was a big shot. If that were the case, Bonnie would have boasted about it.

་་། Harold nodded in approval and responded, "I guess you could be right." Gresham stared at Ivor through the television screen. After sthought, he said, "Dad, we disowned Bonnie. That's what you and Mom wanted for a long time. Now that she no longer has anything to do with us, why does that punk's identity still matter to you?" "What are you insinuating, Gresham? Are you trying to blyour mother andfor kicking Bonnie out of the family?" "That's not it, Dad. I'm just stating a fact. Bonnie will never rejoin our family even if we " Before he finished, his father interjected, "That'll never happen! I'll never let her rejoin the family, and I've clarified it during the family meeting. She's a good-for-nothing who has disrespected her elders and is a pathological liar.

"She's the reason our family beca laughing stock! Bonnie has no place in this family. I won't tolerate her presence. I'll still forbid her from returning even when I die!" Harold hung up and texted the exact words he told his son to the family group chat.

FindBonnie had just taken her seat in the first-class area when Ivor sat beside her. She turned to him and asked, "Can I help you with anything?" "Yes, you can." He gazed at her.

Bonnie kept her composure and replied, "What do you need? Also, you can sit across the aisle." "Really? I didn't think that." Jim stood guard but looked at the duo from the corner of his eyes. Then, Floyd quietly approached, stood beside Jim, and whispered, "Something's off about Mr. Ivor today. I feel he's trying to get close to Ms. Bonita."

"Look closely, Jim. He's sitting unusually close to Ms. Bonita." Floyd grew worried, "Do you think Mr. Ivor is moving on from Ms. Bonnie and trying to win Ms. Bonita's heart?" Jim's lip twitched, and he gave himself tto regain his composure before asking, "What makes you say that?" "You wouldn't know it, but Mr. Ivor loves talented women. He finally fell e

in love with Ms. Bonnie after being uninterested in women for so long.

That's because Ms. Bonnie is 19 incredibly gifted. Ms. Bonnie is excellent, and I'm impressed with her. ŚFind e

"Still, Ms. Bonita is unbelievably magnificent. Ms. Bonnie can't compare to someone like herd fear Mr. Ivor might have a change of heart and fall in love with Ms. Bonita instead. Con, Jim. I consider you my brother. Can you please tellwhat Ms. Bonita looks like? Is she as beautiful as Ms. Bonnie?"

 

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"Um, I'd say the two are equally beautiful." "Are you serious? Is Ms. Bonita that pretty?" Floyd whined. "How's that fair? Typically, the smart ones don't look too pretty or handsome. On the contrary, those with good looks are usually naive and gullible.

"I didn't expect Ms. Bonita to be intelligent and gorgeous. I wonder if any man will be worthy of her. I always thought Ms. Bonnie was brilliant and beautiful. However, Ms. Bonita might have her beat. "What'll I do now? Ms. Bonnie is such a lovely woman, too. I want her to marry Mr. Ivor. Although Ms. Bonita is excellent, she-" Floyd was so stressed that he wanted to pull his hair out.

Jim glanced at him and said, "There's nothing to worry about." "How can I not worry? You're Ms. Bonita's bodyguard and Ms. Bonnie's good friend, right? So, which would you prefer Mr. Ivor to end up with?" Floyd asked solemnly.

Jim shrugged. "I'm fine with either." Floyd's eyes widened in shock.

Meanwhile, Bonnie stared at Ivor. Although she told him to sit across the aisle, he showed no signs of moving. Instead, he remained beside her and said, "I wanted to have a deep discussion about the latest nanomaterial." "What do you mean?" "My company has integrated it into our production, but we're running into severe hiccups." Ivor proceeded to tell her every detail.

She carefully listened to everything he said before answering, "The truth is that this iteration isn't perfect." "It's imperfect? What do you mean?" "I mean it literally. Although no technology is perfect, we won't stop trying to perfect it. We'll keep improving it over time. That's how we make breakthroughs in science. It's also my way of telling you that my institute is researching the latest nanomaterials on a more advanced level.

"I hope it'll allow us to refine it further. Naturally, such research takes a long time. You'll be disappointed if you're expecting a breakthrough anytsoon." Ivor watched as she spoke sternly. She might have hidden her passion for her work well, but he could still feel it. Bonnie could feel him staring at her. She asked, "What's wrong? Did I say something weird?" "Of course not. I can't help but think you live up to your reputation. You exude such supremacy and are far more professional and extraordinary than any scientist I've met. S "There's no need to complimentlike that. I just so happen to be okay in this field." Ivor chuckled. "You just blew your horn without realizing it, Ms. Bonita.

bel el I wonder what the scientists | mentioned would think if they heard what you just said." "I've never tooted my own horn. I was just stating the truth."

"Stating the truth, huh?" Ivor clapped in response. Suddenly, he leaned closer to her and said, Honestly, your tone remindsof my friend's. I swear I thought you two were the sperson." Bonnie's heart skipped a beat.

'Sheesh! I would've exposed my real identity if I wasn't resilient enough.' "Really?" She pretended to be bored by this particular topic.

"I think you know her too." He continued to monitor her expression.

'I might not have been able to catch I her mistakes since I talked to her, but my gut tellsthe truth is as I have imagined.' "Do you mean Bonnie?" She asked casually.

He said smilingly, "Exactly. You two are so similar to each other that t piques my interest. What's your relationship with Bonnie?" "We're friends."

 

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"That's all?" Ivor was surprised.

This time, Bonnie went on the offensive. Instead of answering his questions, she asked, "What else can she and I be to each other?" Ivor squinted at her silently.

Then, she added, "If you're curious about my connection with Bonnie, you can always ask her." "I did." "Oh? What did she tell you?" "Her lips are sealed." Bonnie leaned into her seat and said, "If that's the case, maybe you should stop pursuing this matter, Ivor. Everyone has secrets, and they're not meant to be shared. She might not have wanted to tell you about it, but it's not necessarily because of a lack of trust.

"It might be because she doesn't want you to shoulder her secrets alone. It'll be highly impolite and disrespectful if you keep digging. Wouldn't you agree?" Ivor imitated her by leaning back into his seat. "You're something else, Ms. Bonita. Not only did you shutup, but your explanation was also flawless." Instead of responding, Bonnie shit her eyes and rested, hinting at him that he could leave. However, Ivor was so thick-skinned that he stayed. "I believe you and Bonnie go way back, Ms. Bonita. Do you think we'll get married?" Bonnie sighed inwardly, thinking, 'Is there no end to this?' She opened her eyes to look at him and say, do scientific research and don't have tto delve into romantic matters. So, I hope you forgivefor being unable to answer such a question." "Well, do you think Bonnie loves me?" Ivor pressed.

She could not stop her lips from twitching. Ultimately, she threw the question back at him, "What do you think?" He nodded solemnly. "I think she does. Bonnie is so madly in love that she'll marry and be withforever. I'll even say she wants to have my babies." Bonnie gnashed her teeth as she thought, 'Ugh! I have to control myself!' "Really, now?" She asked.

"Absolutely!" Ivor nodded. Then, he leaned in and whispered, "Here's a secret for you. You can't tell anyone about it." "What is it?" He grinned wickedly. "Bonnie might seem serious, but she's incredibly affectionate in my arms every night. She'll do anything I ask her to do." Although Bonnie sighed as discreetly as possible, Ivor caught it.

He could not help but burst into laughter. "Hahaha! I'll invite you to our wedding You have to be there!"

She could not be bothered to respond. She shut her eyes again and turned to the side to sleep. When she woke up a while later, the plane had touched down at Motrus. She and the others had just exited the plane when Sienna followed.

"I'll show Ms. Bonita what I'm made of. She'll seein a different light and makeher personal bodyguard."

 

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I Sienna naturally had the skills to pinpoint Bonnie's hotel room since the former was an army member. However, Sienna could not go in because Jim stood guard at the door while Floyd appeared as she was trying to find a way to sneak in.

"It's been a while since we sparred. Would you mind?" Floyd asked.

Jim frowned and turned to look at the door.

Floyd continued to persuade him, "Con! It'll be fine. There are multiple parameters around her room. Security is so tight that not even a fly can enter. It won't take long, either. Twenty minutes, tops." As Jim pondered whether he should do it, Bonnie's voice sounded from inside, "Go ahead. I'll just take it easy here." "All right, try not to cout if you can. I'll be back quickly." "Okay, sure." Sienna dared not poke her head out until the duo left. She thought it was an excellent opportunity and checked both sides of the corridor before darting toward Bonnie's room. Sienna was in a military uniform, which was why the staff in the surveillance room thought nothing of it.

Bonnie had just opened her suitcase and gathered sclothes. She wanted to shower when she heard someone knocking on the door.

'Who could it be at this tof day?' Before she could open the door, Sienna had already barged into the room. The latter lowered her head and said, "Please forgive me, Ms. Bonita! Leo is my grandpa. I genuinely admire you, but he wouldn't lettag along.

"I had to resort to sneaking into your room. I swear I cin peace. I only wanted to see you in person and keep you safe!" Sienna realized how quiet it was. She slowly raised her head and finally saw who was standing before her. "Bonnie?! What are you doing in Ms. Bonita's room?!" Bonnie was just as surprised to seeSienna. The latter noticed Bonnie's silence and surprise. So, Sienna proceeded to form a theory, "Oh,- get it. You admire Ms. Bonita as much as I do. You snuck in to establish a connection with her, right?" Bonnie chuckled. "I must say, you're as self-righteous as ever." "Don't deny it, Bonnie. I know it's just as I said. I never expected us to have the sidea. Let's make a bet and see which of us gains Ms. Bonita's respect first." Sienna raised her chin proudly. She was confident Bonita would be interested in someone as talented as her instead of Bonnie.

Typically, Bonnie was above such tedious bets. Sienna looked so confident that the former was interested in participating in the bet. "Sure, I accept your challenge. Still, I must clarify something before we start. What will you do if you lose?" "If I lose, you can do whatever you want to me." Bonnie raised her brow and remarked, "That's a pointless bet. We already made the sbet last time." Sienna asked through gritted teeth, "What do you wantto do?"

"Hmm, letthink. Hah, I got it!" Bonnie raised her brows. "If you lose, you can no longer act arrogantly Also, you can never use your identity caniever as the only granddaughter of the McLeods to benefit yourself." "When have I ever done those things?" Sienna was furious. Bonnie shook her head. "How pitiful. You don't even know what kind of person you are." "What did you say?!"

"Am I wrong?" Bonnie said coldly, "If you never used your identity form self-benefit, how did you summon E the troops to try to outnumber me? "I looked into you a little more. Three

years ago, a minor celebrity fell in love with Orpheus, and you misused your background to ban her from the entertainment industry. You even En ruined her reputation. Also, you tore a guy's family apart seven years ago because he said you're not that pretty." Find.net

 

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"Well, I—" Sienna did not expect Bonnie to investigate her so thoroughly.

The latter asked, "Do you think Ms. Bonnie would choose you if she hears about the heinous things you've done?" "I-It's not what it seems! That minor celebrity you mentioned soughtout several times. She was a hypocrite who turned everyone againstbecause she thought I wouldn't retaliate. Also, that guy you brought up said nasty things to me. Was I wrong to teach him a lesson?" 'Although Sienna might be telling the truth, the punishments she gave them don't fit the crime. I didn't agree to her challenge on a whim. Instead, I'm trying to help her for Leo and his brothers' sake. That is if she can still be helped.' Bonnie said, "I don't care whether or not you admit your wrongdoing. I only care if you agree to my terms." "Fine, I agree!" Sienna said through gritted teeth, "What'll you do if you lose?" "I won't." That was how confident Bonnie was.

'Ugh, I hate it when Bonnie's this confident. That's how she looked when I had a match against her in the shooting range.' After sthought, Sienna said, "If you lose, you must drop your terms." "Sure thing." She responded casually.

"I have one more term." "Lethear it." "We'll do it the other way around this time. If I win, you have to listen to my every order." The still-carefree Bonnie said, "Whatever floats your boat." "Hmph! Keep acting tough. You'll regret it someday!" Immediately after, she heard a flurry of footsteps outside the door.

"Quick, someone has broken into Ms. Bonita's room!" et Sienna shivered and opened the window, ready to jump out. Before doing so, she turned to look at Bonnie and asked, "Aren't you going to leave?" "Go ahead. I'm not in a rush." Bonnie crossed her arms and glanced at Sienna.

The latter remarked, "I've never met anyone so committed to their act. 1 hope Grandpa's troops arrest you. Then you won't even have the chance to meet Ms. Bonita, and I'll win the bet." "How long will you keep yapping? Just leave already," Bonnie said smilingly.

Sienna scoffed and leaped out of the window.

Bang! Leo barged into the room with his troops. "Where's the intruder?" Bonnie giggled. "There's nothing to be worried about. A friend of mine was just fooling around." 'Is that it? No, my gut tellsit's more than that,' Leo thought.

"Are you sure? Should I have my men search for the intruder?"

"Everything's fine. Return to your posts. I'll give you guys a holler need thing." With that, shee. telet FindSW

"We'll get out of your hair, then." Leo nodded and then ordered his troops, e "Dismissed.

Once they marched out of her room, she took her bathrobeændɓeaded to the bathroom. Knock, knock, knock.

Someone was at her door again.

'Who is it this time?'

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"Who is it?" "It's me." 'That's Ivor's voice. What's he doing here at this tof night?' "Givea minute." Bonnie straightened herself up and put on her mask and cap before opening the door.

Ivor looked at her with humor in his eyes. "Must you hide your looks at night, Ms. Bonita? No one else is around, so you can take those off. Don't worry about me. I won't tell anyone what you look like." Bonnie thought, 'I can't explain it, but I feel naked when he smiles and stares at me.' "It's not that I don't trust you. It's just a force of habit." Then, she changed the topic. "Can I help you with anything?" Ivor glanced inside and said, "Yeah, can we talk inside?" After shesitation, Bonnie nodded. "Sure, cin." "I appreciate it, Ms. Bonita." Once inside, Ivor opened his bag and set up a chessboard.

"What are you doing?" He sat down and looked at her, saying, "I heard you like playing chess. So, how about we have sfun?" Bonnie's eyes widened in surprise, and she knew he was trying to suss her out. She asked, "Who told you I like playing chess?" "I can get such information if I set my mind to it. However, you must forgivefor not telling you who informed me. After all, I must protect my informant's privacy," Ivor replied calmly. "Don't just stand there.

Cand have a match with me.

Bonnie did not respond or approach him. She thought, 'Everyone has a unique play style in chess. I'm confident he'll see throughafter playing.' "I'm sorry, but I'm exhausted. I'd rather rest." She yawned to sell her act better.

"That's too bad. I'll get out of your hair, then. After all, we have the conference tomorrow." Ivor lowered his gaze. The ceiling light shined on him, masking his emotions and accentuating his sense of mysteriousness.

Suddenly, he gasped and grunted.

"What's wrong?" Bonnie looked at him and noticed that he had nicked his finger on the corner of the chessboard. It was a pretty deep cut, and blood oozed from the wound. "Hold on while I get my medkit." Soon after, she sanitized his wound and bandaged it. "Try not to get it wet, or it might get inflamed." Ivor withdrew his hand and absentmindedly looked at his bandaged finger before gazing at her with mesmerizing eyes.

"Why are you staring atlike that?" Bonnie felt goosebumps all over, uncomfortable because of his gaze.

Ivor showed her his finger and said, "I didn't think you'd have any medical knowledge, Ms. Bonita."

At that moment, she realized Ivor had purposefully nicked himsel£ OM nickedy However she was too late. 'I knew it! Ivor would've never carried a broken chessboard with him. He

must've intentionally broken it to test his theory about my identity. Argh! е.

What's wrong with him?! Can't be can't believe he did that for something like this. He should've broken his arm instead, that fool!'

The more Bonnie thought about it, the more exasperated she became. She used all her willpower to stop herself from rolling her eyes at Ivor.

 

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"I'm afraid you've overestimated me, Ivor. I know almost nothing about medicine. I simply wrapped your finger in a gauze. Anyone can do first-aid." "Although you say that, you did it so proficiently that I can hardly consider you an amateur." "You're too kind, Ivor." Bonnie handled the situation so calmly that he could not keep digging into her secrets even if he wanted to.

"I'll see you tomorrow," Bonnie said, plainly sending him away.

"Good night." Ivor left. When he left, he saw Floyd looking at him with bitter concern. The former asked, "Why are you looking atlike that?" Floyd wanted to speak but bit his tongue. However, he looked aggrieved.

Meanwhile, Ivor wondered why his assistant looked like that. "Floyd, give it tostraight." "Um, Mr. Ivor..." Floyd glanced at the shut door and said, "Ms. Bonita is nothing short of incredible. If she's seeking a boyfriend or husband, people would be lining up at her doorstep to the North Pole. "B-But you're already committed to Ms. Bonnie. Granted, she might not be as talented as Ms. Bonita, but she's among the most outstanding people alive. Not only are her chess skills perfect, but her medical skills are also top-notch.

"Also, Ms. Bonnie partakes in street racing events. Don't forget about her floral arrangement skills, not to mention she's Master Arturo's favorite student. She has fantastic fighting skills, too. She knows and excels at so many things that I can't nthem all.

"Most importantly, Ms. Bonnie is modest and has never flaunted her skills. You don't meet people like her every day. Please don't fall in love with Ms. Bonita and leave Ms. Bonnie." "Is that what you were concerned about?" Ivor could not decide if he should laugh or cry. He added, "That was such a good speech that you earned yourself a ten-day paid leave. You can take a break when the conference is over." "Huh?" Floyd was confused, wondering why his boss would suddenly give him a paid vacation.

"Um, I'm grateful for that, Mr. Ivor. Still, Ms. Bonnie is " Before he could finish, Ivor interjected, "What if I told you Bonnie is Ms. Bonita?" "Eh? Say what now?" Floyd was six-foot-two and burly, but he looked funny staring at his boss in puzzlement. Finally, he said, "Th-that's not a good joke, Mr. Ivor." Ivor stroked his chin and said, "I guess you're right. It isn't a joke at all." As he walked away, Floyd froze in a daze. Soon after, Jim approached and patted Floyd's shoulder, asking, "What's with that blank expression?" Jim's voice broke Floyd's train of thought. The latter turned stiffly and looked at Jim. "M-Mr. Ivor said Ms. Bonnie is Ms. Bonita." Jim looked at the departing Ivor in the hallway and then glanced at Bonnie's room door. After sthought, the former said, "You're thought, getting your panties in a bunch over something that doesn't concern you.

"It doesn't matter if we're talking about Ivor, Bonnie, or Bonita. People ΠΊ like us don't get to poke around other people's business. We only need to tend to our duties as bodyguards and assistants." Jim's words cheered Floyd up

immediately. The latter said, "You're right. I'm just an assistant, and it's best to let them deal with their personal issues. I shouldn't have to concern myself with such things."

Bonnie was enjoying her beauty sleep the following morning when a commotion.outside woke her she heard Sienna's voice through the door, "I'm here to protect Ms. Bonita, and that's my sole purpose here, Grandpa. Please, you have to letstay." 'It looks like Sienna got caught.' After freshening up, Bonnie left her room.