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Chapter 181

Author: Full of Luck
That was when Harvey saw Finnegan gripping the edge of the sack while practically lifting both Merida and Elara off the ground.

Elara was holding Merida tightly, keeping them steady to prevent unnecessary movement that might throw off Finnegan's balance as he landed.

Before long, their family pulled far ahead. They were the only team that hadn't fallen.

"Harvey! What the hell are you doing? The race has already started!" Niamh called out while dragging Beau along with her.

Harvey's entire body tensed, veins bulging even along his forearms. If he had attended these events in previous years, he would have been the one playing the sack race with Elara.

If looks could kill, Finnegan's back would have been riddled with holes by now. How could he not see it? Finnegan's feelings for Elara had long surpassed that of a brother.

The only reason he kept it hidden so carefully was because Elara still saw him as family. If she ever realized the truth, he feared he would lose the unconditional
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    Harvey vowed to never lose to Finnegan!"I feel sick!" Beau groaned.Niamh held him in her arms, but she wasn't doing it firmly like Elara. The constant bouncing up and down made Beau dizzy and nauseous. His little head swayed from side to side in Niamh's embrace. Then, the next second later, he threw up loudly!"Ack!" He lowered his head and vomited all over Niamh's thighs.Niamh let out a piercing scream and jumped off Harvey's back in horror. Panicking, she set Beau down and looked at the mess on her pants, her face twisting in disgust."Why'd you throw up on me?" she shrieked in outrage.Harvey, who was still holding himself up on the yoga mat, froze. His entire face darkened. For a moment, he wanted to yell "What the hell are you doing?" at Niamh.Just then, the referee raised his hand and announced, "Merida's family wins first place!"Harvey sat back on the mat as his pale lips pressed into a thin line. He forced himself to steady his breathing, though his chest continu

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    Harvey's mocking expression froze on his face.At that moment, Elara had just stepped out of the shower. Her hair was still damp, clinging to her shoulders and neck.The wet strands stuck to her slender collarbone, and the fabric of her clothes darkened where the moisture had seeped through. Her fair skin carried a delicate flush, still warm from the bath.Harvey's gaze lingered on her for a moment. His Adam's apple bobbed, and his breathing tightened involuntarily. The two officers exchanged knowing looks as their gazes shifted toward Harvey.Harvey let out a short, bitter laugh. "Elara, are you doing this on purpose? You think this is the same as me and Niamh?""Mr. Fisher," one of the officers interrupted, "Let go of the collar first. Right now, you're trespassing and causing a disturbance."Elara lowered the mop, and Harvey finally released his grip on Lesley's shirt. She immediately pulled Lesley behind her, shielding her protectively.Lesley's face had gone pale. The momen

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    Theodore paced back and forth by the sofa twice before dialing Finnegan's number."Hello?" Finnegan answered in an irritated tone, but before he could say anything more, Theodore's anxious voice shot through the receiver."My dearest brother-in-law, hurry up and take Merida away! Elara finally reunited with an old flame, so no one should disturb them! She has a big race next week, and I only care about her physical condition!"After whatever happens between her and Lesley tonight, she can't afford to fool around anymore!" As he said this, a sharp pain twisted in Theodore's chest.Meanwhile, on the other end of the line, Finnegan was in the middle of a workout at the gym. His deep blue quick-dry shirt had darkened with sweat, clinging to his broad chest and sculpted muscles. Beads of moisture dripped from his closely cropped hair, each strand standing on end like a porcupine's quills.Finnegan pressed his lips together, his breath steady but heavy. The damp fabric of his shirt outl

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