No More Waiting, She Chooses Love

Chapter 559

Chapter 559

"Jefferson's off the hook for now," Conrad's words threw me for a loop.

He went on to clarify, "On the surface, Club Q is all about billiards, but in reality, it's a hotbed for betting scams. They targeted Jefferson initially to secure a win streak in their rigged games and rake in the profits."

I'd heard of betting scandals, but I was shocked to find them infiltrating the world of billiards.

"They can't touch Jefferson now. They've cooked up a new scheme: betting on Jefferson to win, making him the unwitting pawn in their game. They lose on the surface but win big behind the scenes," Conrad explained, sending shivers down my spine. It was jarring to think that a simple game of billiards could be twisted into a tool for such dark dealings.

Jefferson always said he played billiards for the love of the game and dreamed of showcasing our talent globally. If he knew he was being used like this, I couldn't imagine how devastated he'd be.

I felt a knot in my chest. "Does Jefferson know about this?"

If he knew, he'd never play again," Conrad paused, adding gravely, "And if

that just because Ernest saved him, he's out of the woods. This

Ernest had never

game just two days away, they can't afford any slip-ups. But Brown's an unpredictable factor. His fans are beyond Club Q's control. To ensure the game goes smoothly, they might target you, using you as leverage without necessarily harming you." My heart tightened, "Are they trying to prevent Ernest from stepping

"You're not just a pawn to control Ernest. You're also a means to force Jefferson

I..." I struggled for words, "Ernest and I are no longer together, and Jefferson and I are just

followed by

"Why

pure terms," Conrad's comment felt more like a jab than

that supposed to mean?

if you're 'just friends' with Jefferson, he wouldn't

from Brown's fans or Club Q.

this wasn't the time for stubbornness. I sighed, "Is it safer to stay at Dustin's