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.”

shattered the moment Lindy finished speaking. Her expression changed,

truly lost? The humiliation she would face would be unbearable. And would Khloe really let her off

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

reasoning was hard to argue with. After a tense moment, Sheri gave a reluctant

to Khloe, Lindy softened her tone. “Let’s end the competition here. We can call it a draw. What do you

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agree.

Khloe’s response was unexpected. A faint smile tugged at her lips, but her eyes were

stood frozen, disbelief

reduced the stakes and softened the blow of a potential defeat for Khloe. But Khloe had outright refused, shattering any notion

that instant, the garden bore witness to the unshakable resolve radiating from Khloe—her expression

could this be