Filed to story: The Billionaire Trying Hard to Win Her Heart Novel (Sophie & Tristan) >>
Sophie gave him the other earbud. Tristan took it and put it in his ear.
It was a very catchy Ustranasion song.
Tristan took out his own phone and searched for the song. After setting it as his ringtone, he closed his eyes for a nap.
He spent the entire night dealing with the matters of Lombard Group for the next couple of days. After a meeting earlier that morning, he came with Felix to the airport after taking care of his work.
Noticing how exhausted he looked, Sophie was careful not to bother him. Instead, she read a book on anatomy.
Arius had expressed his desire for her to join the medical association. She agreed as she was genuinely interested in that field.
Sophie’s resolve to study medicine strengthened significantly after the incident with her grandfather.
I will join the medical association after settling the issues within Tanner Group.
Sophie was so engrossed in reading her book that she did not notice Tristan waking up.
Surprised to find her with a book, Tristan gazed curiously for a while.
When he saw that she was reading an original version of a textbook on anatomy, Tristan became even more convinced of Sophie’s medical prowess.
She wouldn’t tell me anything if I asked her right now. However, it does not matter. I don’t care how many secrets she has. I will unravel them one by time.
Sophie turned around and saw Tristan’s eyes fixed thoughtfully on the book in her hand.
“Would you like to take a look?” Sophie offered while handing it over. “I can lend it to you if you find it interesting.”
Tristan shook his head.
“It’s a tall order for me to start learning medicine at my age. I’m just curious about what you’re reading, that’s all.”
“It’s never too late to start learning something as long as you have the passion.”
Sophie did not continue her conversation with him. Instead, she turned her attention back to her book.
It is rare for young people to sit quietly with a book in hand these days.
Tristan’s fondness for Sophie increased yet again.
After over two hours of flying, the plane finally landed at Jinrich International Airport. The group descended the aircraft after the flight attendant’s announcement.
The cars sent by the hotel were already lining up in wait outside the airport.
Even Wilma, who had witnessed high-profile travelers in her day, was stunned at the sight of the three extra-long Lincoln limousines parked by the road.
What sort of a hotel has Ms. Sophie arranged for us?
“Come on, get in!” Sophie gestured.
The girls seemed intimidated by the grandeur of their reception. “We can all squeeze into one.”
Sophie frowned. “That would be too cramped.”
“Not at all, Ms. Sophie.”
“All right. They will take you to the hotel, and you can go wherever you please after checking in.”
They do not appear at ease in my presence.
“All right, Ms. Sophie. Enjoy yourself.”
Tristan and Felix were already waiting for them at the side of the last Lincoln when Sophie and Ysabelle went over.
“Aren’t you here on business? What do you want now?”
Felix opened the car door in response while Tristan stood aside for Sophie and Ysabelle to enter.
“Why do I get the feeling that they followed us here, Soph?”
The rubbish about being in Koandria for business is obviously a lie.
Sophie glanced at her.
“Are you accusing your uncle of something?”
Ysabelle was horrified. How did she know? I must be mad to do that!
Her family was not aware that she had taken leave to travel abroad. If word slips from Uncle Tristan, I am finished. That is why I have to put up with him.
Ysabelle hurriedly vacated the seat next to Sophie when Tristan entered the car.
He sat next to Sophie as if it was the most natural thing to do.
The Lincoln they traveled in was taking them to the hotel.
Throughout the journey, Sophie coughed several times.
Tristan took out a flask, unscrewed the cap, and passed it to her. “Here. Drink some warm water.”
Sophie did not know how to react as she had never shared another person’s cup before!
“Drink some warm water, Soph! You’re not down with flu, are you?”
“Nope.”
“It’s a new cup, don’t worry,” Tristan assured her.
Once again, Sophie was at a loss for words. It’s not that I mind. It was just a matter of habit.
“Yeah! Don’t worry, Soph. My uncle is not sick!”
Upon hearing that, Tristan shot daggers at Ysabelle. Is she trying to step on my toes on purpose?
Ysabelle immediately zipped her mouth.
Under Tristan’s watchful eyes, Sophie accepted the cup and took a sip.
The man continued staring at her, leaving her with no choice but to take another sip.
When their Lincoln car arrived at the hotel, Felix got down the vehicle and opened the door.
He reached out his hands to help Ysabelle get out of the car, but the latter ignored him and hopped down from her seat.
Tristan also extended his hand to Sophie.
Sophie did not turn down his offer. She held his hand and came out of the car.
A handsome gentleman and a beauty getting out of the car was quite a sight to behold.
The passersby standing by the road and observing their interaction were all fangirling and screaming internally.
“Thank you.”
The moment they stepped into the hotel, the manager came out to greet them, “Are you Mr. Tristan?”
Tristan nodded and responded with a deep grunt.
“We’ve prepared two presidential suites for you, and they’re ready for check-in.”
Meanwhile, Sophie went to the front-desk counter with Ysabelle to check in.
“I want to share a room with you, Soph.”
“Sure.”
“Oh, yeah. Isn’t Cecelia joining us too? Why isn’t she here?”
Ysabelle liked Cecelia very much because they were about the same age. She also looked up to Cecelia because she was an award-winning actress.
“She can’t make it because she’s busy with filming.”
The achievements Cecelia attained were not results of an overnight success. She had always been a professional actress who worked hard in all her films. Throughout her career, she had never hired a
stunt double.
She would pour her heart and soul into a project as long as she found the script inspiring.
That was why Cecelia was a breath of fresh air when the entertainment industry was full of snobbish and arrogant celebrities.
“Oh, that’s such a pity! I thought of asking her for her autograph.”
“I’m sure you’ll get a chance to do so. She’ll be releasing her latest film soon. I’ll take you to the premiere.”
Before this, Sophie had promised Cecelia she would attend her premiere but did not get a chance to do so. Now that they were in Jipsdale, she had no reason to turn down her invitation again.
“Mr. Tristan, what should we do since the girls have decided to share a room?”
“You have a problem with that? Do you want to share a room with Ysabelle? How dare you.”