Never Too Far Novel

Chapter 1701-1710

Selena couldn’t stand losing to Ellen. She commented harsh words under the video; every one of them was scolding Ellen. Then, she felt it wasn’t enough and snarled. “Ellen, you b*tch! I will never forgive you.”

Her voice shocked the girls, and they all looked at her. One of the girls frowned and said, “She is criticizing Ellen!”

Immediately, Selena smirked coldly and replied, “That’s right. I’m badmouthing the chess champion, Ellen. She is a b*tch, yet you guys admire her. This is just ridiculous.”

“Are you crazy?!”

“Yeah. She must be crazy from being jealous. Let’s go.”

When Selena heard their words, she glared at them angrily, and the girls left. Ellen must have won the championship by bribing. I need to find evidence of her cheating! Then, she will be thrown off the crown. I’m going to destroy her, even if it means I will ruin my life, thought Selena as she gritted her teeth.

Then, she took out her phone and called Olivia. “Have you seen the news about Ellen, Mom? It’s ridiculous that she is a chess champion,” Selena said with contempt,

“I know. Just ignore her and live our own lives,” replied Olivia.

“I went to jail for over a year because of her, Mom. Do you think I will let her get away with it?”

“What are you going to do, Lena?”

Hearing Olivia’s words, Selena quickly reacted and said, “I’m not going to do anything, Mom. I just hate her.”

“Don’t do anything stupid. You just got out of jail.” Olivia reminded her.

After Selena promised to Olivia, she searched for people connected to the chess tournament. Then, she saw the judge who was in charge of Ellen’s match. She decided that she was going to investigate to see whether Ellen had won fair and square.

On the other hand, after Ellen had finished the interview, she texted Jared. ‘Do you have any free time tonight? I’ll treat you to dinner.’ She wanted to buy him dinner since she still felt guilty about her sudden departure.

Just as she had sent the text, Jared immediately called her. Ellen was startled, but she soon answered the call. “Hello.”

“I’ll choose the place,” Jared said.

Ellen was cool with it. No matter how expensive it would be, she decided to pay. “Sure. Let’s meet up at 5.30PM.”

During the past year, she had managed her finances well, so she should be able to buy him a meal or two at a fancy restaurant.

“Sure. See you at 5.30PM, then.” Jared smiled on the other end of the phone.

As Ellen returned to her room, she searched the gossip about her and Jared. When she saw the articles, she was shocked. After all, their names were everywhere. Looking at it, she wondered if the media had overdone it. She was embarrassed to see how they had praised her. Initially, she didn’t want to be high profile, but as long as her name was bonded with Jared, it would go viral.

Then, she returned to her room and got some calls from her friends. She was embarrassed. She didn’t want to admit it, but gossip about her and Jared was everywhere. However, she couldn’t bring herself to admit it since this was the first time they had met after one year of departure. She needed time to sort it out!

When it was 5.30PM, there was a knock on Ellen’s door. She opened it and saw Jared standing there. Since she was also ready, they entered Jared’s car and headed to the restaurant. Jared was curious about her life.

“Why did you go to Brownsville?”

“It’s the Home of Chess, which is also my mentor’s hometown.”

“When did you learn to play chess? You never told me about it.”

“I started when I was seven. At first, I was just watching the others playing. The person who first taught me was also my mentor. Since Grandma loves to play poker, I would accompany her to the park. From preschool to high school, I spent most of my time at the park. After seeing it for such a long time, I just took an interest in it.” Ellen used to think of it as a hobby. However, after encountering Brook, he encouraged her, which made her work hard for it and go to the rank match.

“That’s great,” praised Jared earnestly as he looked over at her.

Ellen was glad to hear that, but she replied humbly, “Thank you, I’ll continue to treat my hobby as my career and further develop it.”

“You have my support.” He then looked at her with a deep gaze. “I’ll support you in whatever you do in the future.”

Ellen blushed upon hearing that; she wasn’t sure whether he was offering support as a friend or as someone beyond that. “Why did you post such a comment on social media?” Ellen asked.

“I’m speaking the truth. Is there anything wrong with it?”

“But we…”

“Do you think that you aren’t my girlfriend anymore just because we have been separated for a year? We haven’t officially broken up, you know.” Jared spoke in displeasure.

Ellen’s face flushed red and became hot instantly when she heard his remarks. She wound the car window down to get some air, not knowing how to answer him. After a brief pause, she replied shyly, “Alright!”

Upon hearing her reply, Jared smiled since it was the answer he wanted from her. “What about you? Have you been in contact with any guys in the past year?” Jared started fussing about it since he wanted to know how she felt about him.

“Nope.” She shook her head.

“Did anyone try courting you?” he asked again.

This time round, she didn’t shake her head but replied honestly, “Yeah, but I rejected his advances.”

“In the future, you should announce that you are taken.” Jared scoffed, still feeling jealous about it.

“Don’t be so domineering!” She chuckled.

“Do you blame me for not looking for you the past year?” he asked again.

“I don’t.” She shook her head. After all, she had written to Jared and told him not to look for her to give her some space and freedom.

“I knew that you’d be back. I had a feeling that you’d return for sure.” He revealed to her his thoughts in the past year. The reason he didn’t go looking for her was that he was waiting for her to return.

Tears welled up in her eyes upon hearing that. Does he really think that way?

“After dinner, I’ll bring you somewhere. You’ll love it.”

“Where is it?” she asked curiously.

“You’ll find out later on.”

As soon as they reached the upscale steakhouse, which was Ellen’s favorite restaurant, she told him about the house she had gotten in town. It came with a garden, which was how she imagined her dream house to be.

“If there’s a chance, I’d like to go take a look. Perhaps I’ll even stay a few nights there.” He was already looking forward to it.

“Sure!” She welcomed the idea.

It was only 8.30PM when their dinner ended. Following that, Jared drove Ellen in his car. The further they drove, the more familiar her surroundings looked.

Isn’t this where my house used to be? She even remembered that she had deliberately come over to look at it once before. “Why are you taking me here?”

“Take a guess.” He smiled.

However, nothing came to mind, so she could only wait for him to bring her there. As soon as Jared parked his car at a luxurious car park, he asked her to get out of the car. Then, the both of them took the elevator before heading over to the penthouse.

“Did you move here?” she asked.

After Jared opened the door, he stretched his hand out and made a welcoming gesture. “I designed this place, especially for you.”

Upon walking into the unit, Ellen was shocked. As she looked out through the floor-to-ceiling windows, she noticed the dazzling city lights and realized that she was within the central location of New Town. After giving it some thought, she looked up and asked, “No way. Is this location where my house used to be?”

“You’re right. This is where your house used to be, so I built you a house in the same spot. Do you like it?” he asked earnestly.

She was overwhelmed by emotions upon hearing that. The next moment, she walked toward him and wrapped her arms around his waist before burying her face in his chest. She couldn’t find the words to express herself. With that, Jared tightened his embrace around her and planted a kiss on the top of her head as he relished the long-awaited hug.

“Thank you.” Ellen didn’t know he had done so much for her, which made her feel guilty for leaving him.

looked down and said in a raspy voice. After all, the reason he built her the house was so that

his gift, and from

that were filled with pots of succulents, she turned to him and asked in surprise, “Did you

with his arms folded and answered smilingly, “Yes. I was also the one who picked them out. Do

and could feel that everything in the house was carefully curated by Jared, which showed

He was referring to the succulents and

master bedroom on the second floor. There was a private multi-functional movie hall, a gymnasium, and various beautiful furniture and sofas where

fittings. It was as if he had been living and preparing for her return in the past year. He believed that everything he had done would be rewarded, and the reward was Ellen.

you like it?” he asked

nodded. She was moved as his love for

“Something’s missing, though.”

“What is it?”

over tomorrow. That way, you can teach me how to play chess.” Jared was looking forward to playing chess with her as he thought that

as intelligent as you. I’m afraid of losing to you.” She

you a secret! When I was young, my parents made me learn how to play chess. I wasn’t able to master it,

way!” She blinked

can ask my parents when they’re back.” He would never lie to

like she would be meeting his parents soon. The thought of it made her anxious. It was probably because she had watched too many movies and read too many novels which instilled fear within her toward women from wealthy families. She felt that marrying a wealthy family would lead to an unknown world, and she would lose her freedom because of

was and comforted her, “Don’t worry, my parents are easy to get along with, and I have a cheeky sister. I’m sure you’ll

wealthy family instantly popped

think we should place the chess

second floor would be nice. We can look at the view if we get

was a smirk on his face when his gaze fell on her as

and was asking the

smile and held her hand

with me, and my luggage is in the hotel!” She never thought that

before pushing open a hidden cabinet door. The next moment, a luxurious closet of nearly 500 square feet appeared, and it

that she covered her mouth with one hand. When she was in the bedroom earlier on, she didn’t notice that there was a closet over there. Inside a row of lighted cabinets

yet luxurious, and one could get a view of the night sky full of stars from the floor-to-ceiling windows. Having

even a dozen pajamas were hanging in there. Ellen blushed a little, wondering if Jared had bought each and everything in the

be worn. I bought

fat? What if I weighed more than 200 pounds when I

chubby as a pig.” He was confessing to

call me one?”

pig, you’ll be the cutest piglet.” He pulled her into his arms

but you are.” She

Jared thought that it would be a good idea to give each other a nickname. He got the idea from his parents who came up with nicknames for each other and called each other using that since the beginning while loving each other until now. He admired his parents’ relationship, and

her head as she started contemplating which animal Jared resembled. After giving it some thought, she figured that he resembled a lone wolf since he didn’t have many friends except for a

call each other piggy?!” Ellen looked up and suggested. She didn’t want to call him

My adorable piglet.” He brushed

that, she wrinkled her nose and looked like a cute piglet. He lowered his gaze and held her face before leaning in for a kiss. She didn’t push him away as her heart was filled with love, and she was

Tonight, she seemed to feel sorry for him because he had spent

my clothes. What about yours? Did you not prepare anything for yourself?” She pushed him away when she thought of

guestroom next door. There was a small closet in there with

looked at Jared and felt bad for him, for he had built

times, so I’ve

noticed that there was no blanket

some red wine on my blanket while sleeping here two days ago. I’ve already asked my assistant to send it for dry cleaning, but it hasn’t been sent back yet,” he replied while

sleeve and whispered to him while blushing, “In that case…

the house, but Jared understood what she was implying. He, too, blushed as he was surprised and elated to

self-confidence, so she was ready to start a relationship with him; she no longer felt scared and wanted

and I feel tired! Let’s go to bed earlier!” she uttered but was

gazed at her affectionately

go take a shower!” She pushed

her some time and space and said, “Sure. You should go to bed

around her, and as she was standing in front of a row of pajamas, she bit her lip while trying

full of Jared as he continued to work outside. She tossed and turned and got curious about when he would

he planning to wait for me to fall asleep before he

on the couch with his laptop switched on. Although he was looking at the report on the computer, his mind was thinking about Ellen being in the room.

waiting

and wouldn’t even mind if he lost a hundred billion. He couldn’t help but look at

think that his work is more important? Should I go out and call him? Should I ask him to go to bed and complete

enter the room. As soon as he pushed the door open, Ellen, who was initially sitting on the

walked in, he felt slightly disappointed when he saw the still figure in the bed. Was she so tired that she fell asleep? Just then, the figure moved, and he couldn’t help but smile. It seems like she is pretending to be asleep!

face, she found

water in the bathroom stopped, and Ellen immediately returned to the position she was in before while pretending to still be asleep. She had no idea how cute her behavior was. Soon, the bathroom door opened, and Ellen shut her eyes when she heard footsteps approaching her. The next moment, she felt the other side of the bed sink as someone sat on the edge. Ellen’s

blanket was lifted, and a hot breath pressed against her. Ellen shrieked in surprise as her head went blank. The next moment, she

yet?” Jared asked with a suppressed

I’m asleep,” Ellen answered with

flawed statement. Because of that, Ellen opened her eyes shyly. Her clear eyes showed that she wasn’t sleepy

that it felt like a fire was burning under the blanket. Jared was breathing heavily, and his breath was warm. Meanwhile, Ellen’s body was beginning to feel unbearably hot. In the

“Mmph…” Ellen was kissed.

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shrimp, and Jared was spooning her from the back. Both of them were still fast asleep. Even though Ellen was sleeping, she could still sense the dazzling sunlight. She turned over to

Jared woke up. His thick, fan-like eyelashes fluttered open, revealing his dark eyes that were filled with satisfaction and affection. He cuddled Ellen in his arms, treating her like a treasure as he kissed her. He stretched his arm to grab the remote control for the

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hotel suite, Selena finally locked onto her target—the chief referee of the chess competition. No matter the cost,

to look for someone. She then intentionally scanned the area. Finally, when the referee turned around with a glass of red wine in his hand,

okay?” Jay, the coach who was in his fifties,

sneered inwardly. She knew that

just that I don’t have any other clothes to wear,” Selena said helplessly. “Also, I don’t have room to take a shower in,”

about I get you a room? Sorry

buy me some clothes too? Anything will

Selena’s youthful beauty and hot figure. He had already started fantasizing about her. What was more, he wanted

me a room, and I’ll go take a shower. Meanwhile, you can go to the nearby mall and buy me a

went to the front desk and got another room before handing over the key card to Selena. Following that, he went to the

bath towel and waited on the sofa. Before that, she

he saw Selena wrapped in a towel. She then deliberately fell, causing the two of them to fall onto the bed together. Everything happened so naturally, and Selena didn’t care about the fact that Jay was as old as her father. On the other hand, Jay was even more surprised that such good luck had

she suddenly sent a

Harris, what do you think your family would do if I

who would threaten him after sleeping with him. Since he was a celebrity, especially in the world of chess, he certainly couldn’t risk ruining his reputation. He had no choice but to negotiate

money do you

have a question to ask you. Did the player Ellen

Jay was extremely surprised. Why

won the championship based on talent. She did

worthless. How could

I can guarantee that the competition was fair and just. Moreover,

was like a bitter pill to swallow, and she did not want to admit that Ellen was

reputation, then you’ll do

very wealthy, I can give you a few hundred thousand at most.” Jay didn’t want to get into trouble. He thought to himself that sleeping with a call girl would cost ten

“I don’t want your money, but I want you to publicly admit

just say?” Jay was shocked. “Do you have a

business. Anyway, if you don’t do as I say, I will ruin your reputation and your family,” Selena warned. At the same time, she was searching for Jay’s family online. He had mentioned his family in a few interviews, and his wife turned out to be an

6.00PM tonight. We shall meet online,” Selena threatened before hanging

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milk in her hand. Suddenly, a pair of sturdy arms wrapped around her

since it felt ticklish. He then kissed her hair in satisfaction. “What

a different kind of charm after sleeping

asked in a hoarse voice, feeling sorry for

small pill can’t be that bitter.” Ellen shook her head as she looked at him before asking, “The medicine should be effective, right? What if it doesn’t work?” She was too embarrassed to recall the

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