Stolen love: In love with my sister 's fiance-Chapter 23: Burning in jealousy

Alexander sat in the VIP section, his patience wearing thin. He hated every second of this—being with Olivia drained him more than he cared to admit. He wanted to leave, to get away from her constant clinging, but instead, he forced himself to stay, his eyes fixed on the game.

Elaine was playing, completely in her element, and despite everything, he couldn't look away. But just as he was trying to focus, Olivia pulled one of her stunts again, leaning in too close, resting a hand on his arm as if they were some perfect couple. He clenched his jaw, barely holding back his irritation.

And then, as the game paused for a break, his attention snapped to the court. Adrian walked up to Elaine, handing her a water bottle, his fingers brushing against hers for a moment. Then, as if it was the most natural thing in the world, he wiped the sweat from her face with a towel, his expression soft—so different from the stoic demeanor he carried with everyone else.

Something inside Alexander twisted.

He could tell. That boy—he might love Elaine.

The realization annoyed him more than he was willing to admit.

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Alexander gritted his teeth, his fingers tapping impatiently against his knee. That boy—Adrian—was like an annoying fly, always buzzing around Elaine, always there when she needed someone. It irritated him more than it should have.

His jaw tightened as he watched

Then, as if sensing his gaze, Elaine turned her head toward him. For a moment, their eyes met.

Alexander tried to smile, but it felt forced, unnatural. It didn't reach his eyes.

Elaine's reaction stung more than he expected—she looked away almost immediately, as if she had just glanced at a stranger.

The game ended with Elaine's team securing victory, and the stadium erupted into cheers. Alexander couldn't help but feel a sense of pride—she played exceptionally well, her movements sharp and calculated, her determination evident in every play.

But before he could dwell on it, the boys' basketball match began. His attention shifted when Adrian stepped onto the court as the team captain.

Alexander's jaw clenched. He had already learned from his secretary that Adrian wasn't just some random guy hanging around Elaine—he was one of the most popular students, an exceptional athlete, and the best player on the team.

The boy had everything—skills, respect, and, most frustratingly, Elaine's trust. Watching him now, leading his team with confidence, only confirmed what Alexander had feared—Adrian wasn't just a background figure. He was someone with a good head on his shoulders, someone who could be worthy of Elaine.

As the game paused for a break, this time Elaine walked onto the court with a bottle of water and a towel in hand. She approached Adrian, smiling warmly as she handed him the bottle and gently wiped the sweat from his face.

The crowd erupted into cheers and whistles, teasing them like they were the perfect couple. Adrian chuckled softly, shaking his head, while Elaine laughed at the attention.

But Alexander—watching from the stands—felt his chest tighten. A deep, unfamiliar burn settled in his stomach. His hands curled into fists as he tried to look away, but he couldn't. The sight of Elaine smiling so effortlessly at another man, taking care of him so naturally, was unbearable.

His mind screamed at him—This shouldn't bother me. Yet, the jealousy was undeniable.

Alex couldn't take it anymore. The sight of Elaine tending to Adrian so tenderly gnawed at him. Without a word, he stood up abruptly, his jaw clenched, and walked out of the stands, leaving Olivia sulking behind.

Alex couldn't watch anymore. The sight of Elaine wiping Adrian's face and smiling at him burned into his mind. His grip tightened on the seat, but before he could do anything, he stood up abruptly and walked away, leaving Olivia sulking behind.

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Meanwhile,when Elaine was playing ,Adrian stood at the sidelines, watching Elaine play. His eyes followed her every move, a small, proud smile on his lips. Every time she scored, he clapped the loudest. During a timeout, Elaine jogged to the bench, catching her breath.

Adrian handed her a bottle of water, his voice gentle yet firm. "You're doing great out there. Keep your head high and focus. You've got this."

Elaine took a deep breath, nodding as she wiped the sweat from her face. "Thanks, Adrian. It actually feels nice... having someone cheer for me."

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Adrian chuckled. "I'll always cheer for you."

With renewed energy, Elaine ran back to the court, her heart lighter than before.