Chapter 260

At the top of Eaglecrest Mountain, a crowd had gathered, making the place buzz with energy. Elizabeth looked down at the forest and roads below, feeling a rush of excitement.

“Thinking of joining in?” Lila asked from beside her.

Elizabeth turned to see Lila, dressed in black with a mask and hat, keeping a low profile. “You know me too well!” Elizabeth grinned.

Tonight, Elizabeth wore a black cropped top and a skirt-pants combo. Her curly hair flowed down her back, and her makeup was on point.

“Then go for it. Just be safe,” Lila said, pointing to the registration area.

Elizabeth felt a bit nervous. “It’s been a while since I last raced.”

“Afraid of losing?” Lila teased.

Elizabeth’s smile widened. “I’m afraid they’ll be bummed losing to someone who hasn’t raced in years.”

Lila nudged her. “You won’t regret it a month from now, right?”

“What did you say?” Elizabeth leaned in, pretending not to hear.

Lila pouted, knowing Elizabeth was messing with her. “A month from now, when you get the divorce papers, you won’t regret it, right?”

“Lila, I take back my compliment,” Elizabeth joked.

Just then, Felix ran over, excited. “This time, someone from a professional team is joining the race!”

It seemed tonight’s race was going to be different. Originally, it was just a casual race organized by the Wildman Team for fun. But with a pro joining, the competition got serious.

“Want to join?” Felix asked Elizabeth.

“I can’t keep up,” Elizabeth said, shaking her head.

Felix pouted. “Stop being modest.”

Nearby, someone said, “Ever since Steve left, these races have been so dull.”

“Yeah, everyone thinks they’re the best. No respect!”

“I miss the days when Steve was around. Wonder if I’ll ever see her race again.”

Elizabeth turned to see a few men in their thirties, smoking and reminiscing. She looked down at the sports cars already in position, waiting for the race to start at eleven.

Suddenly, Lila got bumped, causing her to stumble. Elizabeth quickly steadied her. Elizabeth saw a young man, looking like a thug, eyeing Lila.

“You’re Lila, right?” Victor Scott leaned in and asked.

Elizabeth stepped forward, shielding Lila. “No, you’ve got the wrong person.”

“You’re Elizabeth from the Percy family, right?” Victor pointed at her. He looked at Elizabeth, then at Lila. “They say beautiful people hang out together. Didn’t believe it before, but now I do. Hey, Lila, take off your hat and mask, will you?” Victor whistled, acting sleazy.

Elizabeth frowned. “Show some respect.”

“Respect? Aren’t celebrities just for entertainment?” Victor sneered, pushing Elizabeth aside to get to Lila.

“If you take another step, don’t blame me for being rude,” Elizabeth said coldly, slapping his arm away.

Victor sensed her assertiveness. He stared at her for a moment. People around them started to gather, waiting for a show. Lila kept her head down, thinking her disguise would work, but she was wrong.

“Think you’re special?” Victor sneered, turning to leave. “Who knows how many men have had their way with you behind the scenes,”

Elizabeth grabbed Victor by the collar. “Apologize to her.”

“What if I don’t? What are you gonna do about it?” Victor challenged her.