Dumblin Cricket & Tennis Club boasted perfection.
All the amenities for members were provided, one of which was practice partners for members visiting alone.
These were mostly retired athletes or current players who had won awards in competitions.
Olivia Blanchett went to the front desk on the first floor. It was to inquire about a partner to practice with.
"There is no one available in the schedule right now."Olivia composed her disappointed expression and politely asked again.
"What is the schedule for tomorrow?" I would like to make a reservation for a possible person."The schedule is already fully booked until the end of this month."The employee, with their eyebrows furrowed, replied coldly without even looking at the schedule.
Understood. Thank you for confirming.With a suitable smile and expressing her gratitude, Olivia turned around without delay. I didn't want to trouble an employee who had no authority any longer.
A packed tennis court and a packed schedule.
Olivia burst into a helpless laugh at the clichéd idea of the Dumblin Club.
"No way."Russell leaned back on the sofa, twisting his mustache and exhaling a long puff of cigarette smoke.
Court number 12 was a pie in the sky for the woman. What good is having quality grass if there is no opponent, so I have no choice but to go back to the wall.
Well, what will you do now? Ms. Olivia Blanchett.
Hehe, I couldn't help but laugh.
Charles called me petty, but this wasn't a matter of being petty or not.
It was one hundred and fifty years.
It was a noble task to preserve the history that has continued for such a long time, and it was a dignified act to uphold a pride that has never been trampled.
He was the guardian of this heavy mission, and it was a destiny that his son, his son's son, and generations to come had to uphold.
So it meant that a mere woman, especially a lowly illegitimate child, could not defile it. Dare.
Just try to deal with a woman. I will give you disadvantages and kick you out of the club.
The wide-open eyes soon became absorbed in the beautiful green scenery visible through the large window. The corners of my mouth lifted in satisfaction.
Olivia went through the alternatives one by one. The most unwelcome ending was the supply room. That's enough there. Olivia shook her head slightly.
I really wanted to stop smashing the glass window. Remembering the man who was leaning against the windowsill and smiling made my cheeks flush.
The sound of footsteps hurriedly walking in the lobby echoed through the marble space. From the beginning of the sky to the ground, sunlight poured in through every window that was opened wide.
Anne, worried that Olivia's red face might indicate a fever, said.
"Let's stop and go back today." Miss.Olivia turned her head at the voice of Anne, who was quietly walking beside her.
"Sure, Anne!"Olivia warmly grabbed her arm as if she were someone who didn't know Anne was there.
"Ah, miss?""The darkened eyes sparkled brightly." Anne's eyes widened in surprise. But soon, like a star that has lost its light, Olivia's eyes sank.
It would be unreasonable.
I didn't have the confidence to train Anne and put her on the court within three weeks. There was an absurdly insufficient amount of time.
What should I do?
The despondent Olivia's gaze wandered through the air. The gaze that followed the mahogany staircase with a reddish hue landed on the portrait hanging on the wall.
The men dressed in white tennis outfits all had bright smiles and were holding silver discs in one hand.
The gaze that was admiring the portraits of the winners gradually fixed on the third photo from the end.
Ah!
A gasp mixed with delight escaped between Olivia's crimson lips.
Edgar.
He was undoubtedly that man.
The hair, which looked as if it would drop beads of sweat at any moment, was impressive with its dampness.
I couldn't help but smile at the usual appearance.
He was Edgar Lancaster Lancelot, moderately languid, moderately affectionate, and moderately arrogant.
“Anne. That's the person.Olivia's voice was excited.
"That person must have won."Olivia had a bright face like a child who was anxious to show off something precious.
"Impressive.""As they alternated between looking at Anne and the portrait, the hair that had grown to her shoulders brushed against Olivia's cheeks."
The cheeks that had found their color in white were recalled once again.
At that moment when Olivia was deeply absorbed in the photo, the lobby became noisy.
Olivia and Anne turned their heads reflexively.
A group of men was entering the entrance. They also saw Olivia.
The noise that had been bustling around disappeared, and a chilling silence settled in the lobby along with cold gazes.
An uncomfortable atmosphere lingered as the distance narrowed.
A man approached threateningly, as if to bump shoulders, and narrowly brushed past Olivia. She was someone I knew.
I guess I'm just unlucky.
Russell Junior's judgment was suddenly twisted. It was because I ran into Olivia Blanchett.
"How could I lose to a girl like that?" Did you kick it with your foot?The giggling young noble ladies entered the lounge, greeted by the polite greetings of the staff.
The club lounge had quite a few guests during lunchtime. They sat around the table right under the chandelier.
"I could win even if I played with my feet?"The men who were casually glancing at the menu began to chuckle again.
"Aren't you coming?"Russell Junior set the date for his friends who burst into laughter. The strength was applied to the chin that was deeply indented in the middle.
Damn it.
These days, it has been like this everywhere. Exactly after the day of that humiliation.
I wanted to defeat the woman who was overstepping the forbidden territory without knowing the subject and be recorded as a hero in the history of Dumble, but in reality, I ended up being a pathetic fool who brought defeat to Dumble.
So my mood can only be at rock bottom.
This phenomenon was the same in social circles.
‘Lord Dixon. Is it really true that the Lord has given himself to such a woman?Like sparrows, the ladies surrounding me fluttered their eyebrows and looked up at me in disbelief. The shame of that time.
"What is that big body used for?"'Aren't you clumsy even at night?"I heard the sound of giggling behind the fan, but pretended not to notice.
He hoped that this incident would settle down soon, but it also seemed difficult.
The damn reporters were writing articles questioning Russell Junior's skills and even re-evaluating the tournaments he had won.
"Whiskey." Straight.As the staff who confirmed the order stepped back, that woman, Olivia Blanchett, climbed onto the table like a snack.
"You, you bastard." You weren't thinking about something else while being in front of a woman, were you?"I told you I was being lenient!""Unable to bear it any longer, Russell Junior shouted in protest."
Wow! Now even lies. According to my father, I ran around like a dog.Everyone was laughing so hard that they were about to lose their breath.
Damn.
Russell Junior was just trembling his fist. The bulging veins seemed like they would burst at any moment.
It was then that the expressions of the friends who had been mocking Russell Junior turned serious.
Hello.The surroundings suddenly became quiet. Everyone's gaze silently turned towards the woman who approached.
"Oh, Olivia?""Someone dropped the cigarette they were holding at the corner of their mouth and called out the woman's name."
Just before exploding, Russell Junior could only blankly look up at Olivia due to the woman's sudden appearance.
All eyes in the lounge were focused, and the surroundings began to buzz, but Olivia took a light step forward and stood in front of Russell Junior.
"I wanted to greet you, and I'm glad to meet you like this.""The woman spoke, her transparent blue eyes swirling as if they could see right through you."
Without any fear, where do you think this is?
Russell Junior, who was momentarily captivated by the mysterious eyes, regained his composure and returned to a state of calm.
As I was about to say something while staring at the woman, she was quicker.
"Thank you so much for conceding victory to me that day."”
“…….Russell Junior, who couldn't grasp the feeling, became dazed once again.
"You intentionally let me win." I know."Huh?"
Now, with a foolish expression, Russell Junior awkwardly opened his split jaw and looked up at Olivia.
"What is it?" Is that how it was?"Just a moment ago, the gazes of the people who were teasing me began to change in an instant." It was a look of suspicion.
"Is that true?" Did you lose on purpose, Russell Junior?Suspicious gazes all turned towards Russell Junior.
What on earth is this woman up to? He, who has not yet made a decision, is just twitching his thick lips when the woman spoke.
"Of course." Thank you so much for giving me the opportunity to practice here. Mr. It was lucky to meet someone as thoughtful as Dixon.The woman had an expression that could not be more sincere. Now even Russell Junior is starting to get confused.
Did I do that?
It seems like it was that way, but it also seems like it wasn't...
Russell Junior's face was filled with confusion towards the woman.
"When you made that unexpected Irving shot, my heart really froze." It was so intense that I still can't forget it.The woman sparkled her eyes with respect.
"Ahem." ...Well, that's about it."Russell straightened his shoulders and held his head high after a long time."
"Is that all?" That's a very humble statement."See, you guys."
He, feeling proud, focused his bulging eyes and slowly glared at each one. It seemed that my wounded pride was somewhat recovering.
Russell Junior turned his head back to Olivia Blanchett. There was an abundance of ease in the actions.
"Ms. Blanchett plays well, doesn't she?""Olivia smiled brightly as if she had received a compliment."
"No." That's not true. Mr. It's thanks to Dixon for pulling it off well.Russell Junior leaned his upper body against the backrest at an angle and shrugged his shoulders.
"No need to mention it." Usually, beginners don't understand such detailed considerations. If you noticed, Ms. Blanchett has that level of skill.He was now showing a bit of bravado.
