Rural Belle & Three Heirs
Chapter 62 He Was Really Thirsty

Hearing Michael's words, Liam shot back, "Michael, call me crazy all you want, but don't you dare insult my idol. She's a stunning woman with brains, beauty, and talent, way better than any of the women around you! Seriously, watch your mouth from now on."

Chloe couldn't help but laugh at Liam's reaction. She could already picture the day he'd find out that the idol he was so obsessed with was actually her, the so-called ugly girl. He'd probably want to crawl into a hole and die. Getting back at Liam for all the times he bullied her? That would be sweet.

To stop the brothers from bickering, Grant knocked on the table and said, "Alright, enough. It's time to eat. Chloe made all the dishes today, and they're fantastic. If you keep arguing, you won't get to eat." When Liam heard that Chloe had cooked, he perked up. He started eating, half-skeptical, but once the delicious food hit his taste buds, he was blown away.

He gave Chloe a thumbs up. "Ugly girl, this food is amazing. Seriously, one word: amazing."

Chloe rolled her eyes and pouted, and the group dug in.

Grant had a big appetite tonight. He ate a bunch of dishes and downed two bowls of porridge. Maybe he overdid it because he couldn't fall asleep that night. Around ten-thirty, he grabbed his clothes and headed downstairs to the heated pool in the backyard for some exercise.

Since most people were asleep, Grant didn't bother turning on the lights. He went to the backyard, changed into his swimsuit, and was about to jump in when he noticed a woman with a killer figure standing by the pool.

It was Chloe. She was a night owl and, after taking a bath and removing her makeup, she had taken off the mole on her face and come to the pool to relax. She didn't expect to run into anyone. Although she didn't see his face, since the lights were out, her gut told her this guy had to be one of the Martin Family heirs.

Since they all lived together, it wasn't a big deal if they ran into each other. But without the mole on her face, if anyone saw her real appearance, she'd definitely get caught up in marriage drama. So, she couldn't let this guy see her face.

Chloe started to leave, but Grant called out, "Who are you? Who said you could swim here?"

Then Grant rushed towards her.

Chloe thought he was going to attack, so she instinctively fought back. Grant went on high alert, and the two started fighting.

Chloe, who often rode motorcycles, had strong legs and instinctively used them to attack. But Grant wasn't easy to handle either. He grabbed her leg and was about to counterattack when she dragged him into the pool. Both of them plunged into the water at the same time, and Chloe's soft body ended up nestled in Grant's arms.

When her familiar scent hit Grant's nostrils, his mind went haywire. "Are you... Chloe?"

They were so close, they could feel each other's breath. When their skin brushed lightly, Chloe, who had never been this close to a guy, couldn't help but lose focus. She murmured, "I..."

Chloe struggled to break free from Grant's grip, but his strong arms held her tight. Afraid he'd see her face without the mole, she turned away, but in the process, her warm lips accidentally brushed his, leaving him stunned. Taking advantage of his distraction, Chloe pushed Grant away and quickly escaped his embrace. She dived into the water, swam to the edge of the pool, wrapped herself in a towel, and hurriedly fled.

After being pushed, Grant's body hit the edge of the pool, making him wince in pain. After Chloe left, he stayed in the pool for a while, trying

Touching his face, Grant felt dazed, certain Chloe had just kissed him. Did she have feelings for him?

regain his composure.

Wrapped in a towel, Chloe quickly returned to the main building. She hurried back to her room, and just as she closed the door, Liam happened to return to his room. Chloe's flustered figure immediately made him suspicious. Not long after, Grant also arrived. Liam's doubts deepened. He looked at Grant, who was also wrapped in a towel, and asked, "Grant, where'd you go?"

"Couldn't sleep, went for a swim," Grant answered confidently.

Liam asked again, "Did you swim alone?"

Grant thought for a moment and nodded, "Yeah. Why?"

Liam shook his head. "No reason, just asking."

"What's there to ask? It's late. Go to bed," Grant scolded Liam, then wrapped his towel tighter and turned to leave.

Liam stood in the hallway, scratching his head in confusion. He muttered to himself, "Something's off with those two. Could Grant have feelings for the ugly girl? Nah, with his taste, it can't be that bad. If he does, he must be really desperate." After muttering to himself for a while, Liam finally returned to his room. He held his phone and kept sending messages to his so-called idol.

Early the next morning, Chloe got up. There were no classes today, and she had plans to go out with Zara to run some errands.

Given what happened with Grant at the pool last night, Chloe decided to leave early to avoid any awkward encounters. She put on her makeup, grabbed her things, and bent down, planning to sneak out.

But as soon as she opened the door to the Martin Mansion's living room, she saw Grant standing on the small balcony outside the living room, lifting dumbbells with his shirt off.