Stella saw this snooker game as an opportunity to aid Matthew.

Winning could potentially tip the scales in their favor during negotiations.

Upon hearing Stella’s proposal, Sprague showed a moment of surprise, clearly taken aback by her confident demeanor.

He assessed her, noting her calmness.

After a brief pause, he responded with a chuckle, “You’ll have to win against me first Stella, undeterred and composed, gripped Matthew’s hand firmly.

She looked at Sprague, saying, “Agreed.

Please give me a moment.

I need to change my attire.

Sprague gave a nod of acknowledgment.

Later, at the bar counter, Stella stood in a crisp white suit, facing Sprague.

a hint

a gentlemanly gesture, he

gratefully accepted but

cue stick and

table as she studied the

a smile, she leaned over, aimed carefully

ball precisely, sinking it into a pocket

recognized her skill, realizing she had been

he quickly regained his composure, his smile reflecting

couldn’t help but marvel at the range of Stella’s

to be more talented

strands over her face, leaving only her high nose and

precision, and once again, the ball found its way into

most challenging angles seemed almost divinely aided,

“Incredible!”

anyone’s game at

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