Pampered By The Ruthless Underground Boss

Chapter 576:

If Khloe hadn’t already won the previous two rounds, Cara’s participation might have been seen as unfair, even cruel. Beating Khloe under normal circumstances could easily be viewed as bullying.

But this time was different.

Khloe’s earlier victories shifted the narrative. If Cara managed to defeat her now, it wouldn’t just be a win—it would cement Cara’s reputation in the chess world. From that point onward, she would be celebrated as a rising prodigy.

Lindy, however, wasn’t feeling as confident.

After witnessing Etta’s and Letty’s humiliating defeats, unease began to creep in. Known for her mastery of traditional painting, Lindy had a sharp sense for recognizing danger.

Winning against Khloe would bolster her reputation, but a loss? That would be disastrous, tarnishing the name she’d worked so hard to build.

“Cara, maybe we should just stop here,” Lindy said hesitantly, noticing everyone staring at her. “If I lose, it’ll be because my skills weren’t strong enough. I can accept that. A false reputation isn’t something I care about. But the contract tied to this bet… That’s a different matter.”

moment Lindy finished speaking. Her expression changed, and doubt crept into

face would be unbearable. And would Khloe really let

herself more than capable. There’s no need to carry on.” Continuing the contest

line, her displeasure evident. But Lindy’s reasoning was hard to argue with. After a tense moment, Sheri

Lindy softened her tone. “Let’s end the competition

fresh tales on

would agree. A draw

unexpected. A faint smile tugged at her lips, but her eyes were

stood frozen, disbelief etched across

move that would have deftly reduced the stakes and softened the blow of a potential defeat

unshakable resolve radiating from Khloe—her expression an unspoken declaration that, whether in chess or painting, victory

how could