The True Lady Strikes Back by Susanna Lucius - Season 1 Episode 81

Christopher looked away from the phone screen and turned to Xavier.
The warmth in his brows disappeared in an instant, leaving behind a chilling presence that made one’s heart palpitate. “Who was responsible for what happened this morning?” Xavier had a sturdy physique, rugged features, and an expressionless face. He sported a scar of about four inches on his jawline, which gave him a menacing appearance.
He handed over the investigation materials to Christopher. “On the surface, it appears to be Jackson’s doing, but in reality, it’s not him. Someone used his name to hire people for this.” Christopher didn’t reach out to take the materials. His eyes were as cold as ice.
“You haven’t found this person yet?”
Xavier nodded calmly. “Not yet, but we know it’s a man. Mr. Quinn has already intensified the search.”
“When do you expect to have results?”
“Before nightfall.”
Hearing that, Christopher took the investigation materials. “You may leave.”
“Mr. Christopher Forte, Mr. Quinn asked if the person behind. this attack might be the individual you’ve been investigating in secret?”
If they could determine the direction of the investigation, it would be much more efficient.
“Tell Matthias that I’ll provide him with an answer after reviewing the materials.”
“Understood, Mr. Christopher Forte.”/
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After Xavier left the ward, Christopher opened the materials and read through them swiftly.
In less than two minutes, he had finished going through it.
On the surface, the person behind this attack seemed clever, causing a significant commotion without being caught.
However, it was merely an act of bravery with the sole purpose of preventing Cecilia from participating in the race.
The mastermind he sought was not motivated by such a goal.
Christopher sent a message to Matthias, instructing him to focus the investigation on the Yancey family, particularly Juliana,
It was her who incited Jackson’s low-intelligence behavior last night!
At this time, the racing competition was now in its final countdown.
Constantly leading in the first place, Cecilia only needed to complete five more laps to end the race.
Everyone thought she would keep suppressing Jackson until the finish line.
But she suddenly accelerated, leaving Jackson behind.
In the end, she won the championship by half a lap, breaking Jackson’s undefeated legend.
After getting out of the race car, she took off her helmet. Her face was covered in sweat, and her cheeks flushed.
The staff immediately approached, offering her a towel and water, and congratulating her.
“Ms. Yancey, congratulations on not only winning the
championship but also becoming the majority shareholder of the racing track.”
Jackson overheard it when he got out of his car, and his face turned extremely unpleasant.
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The idea of losing his shares and leaving the motor racing industry to become a bus driver filled him with a strong urge to escape.
Cecilia saw right through his thoughts and taunted him with a deliberate question, “Mr. Yancey, are you unable to handle. defeat and contemplating a last-minute escape?”
Of course, Jackson certainly wouldn’t admit it.
“I am not someone who can’t handle defeat!”
“Tsk, think about all the things you’ve done. Doesn’t that statement sound hypocritical?”
Ignoring Cecilia, Jackson felt regret in his heart.
If he had known that all those unsavory things he did wouldn’t change the outcome, he should have just let things unfold naturally.
At least he could have faced everyone with honesty.
Now, he not only suffered a crushing defeat but also lived in constant fear that his dark deeds would be exposed.
Cecilia noticed Jackson’s guilt and a chilling intent concealed within her slightly lowered gaze.
Soon, the racing competition came to an end.
Cecilia was the champion, Jackson was the runner-up, and a woman in her thirties claimed third place.
The organizing committee presented awards to the three and concluded the racing competition.
However, no one had left; they were all waiting to see Cecilia confront Jackson.
Although the livestream of the organizing committee was over, the livestream arranged by Matthias had just begun.
The camera focused on both Cecilia and Jackson.
He intended to capitalize on the excitement of their bet-on
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The woman who had won third place was indifferent to the two’s wager.
She walked to Cecilia and looked at her with admiration and gratitude, “Ms. Yancey, I owe my success in this race to you. Thank you.”
Cecilia appeared puzzled, “Do we know each other?”
“We don’t, but your performance in the race has inspired me and gave me the confidence I needed. Otherwise, I would have definitely lagged behind today.”
Women in motorsports have always faced skepticism and iminense pressure, making them often hesitant while driving.
She had been competing for over a decade, but this was her first time making it to the grand final, and she never thought she would win.
But at this moment, the weighty third-place trophy rested in her hands.
It was all because of Cecilia!
Cecilia smiled politely at her. “Your success is because of your excellence.”
Afterward, she glanced at the camera and then turned her gaze to Jackson,
“Mr. Yancey, shouldn’t the bet-on agreement take effect now?” Jackson knew there was no room for maneuvering, so he had to act as if he was graciously accepting the outcome to show his magnanimity.
“Of course, from now on, the shares of the racing track belong to yours. I will also withdraw from the motor racing industry and become a free bus driver for the next ten years. However, not everyone can drive a bus. I’ll have to go get my driver’s license first.”
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After realizing he might lose, he had already thought of a strategy.
As long as he couldn’t get a commercial driver’s license, he would not need to drive the bus and embarrass himself.
Of course, Cecilia couldn’t be oblivious to Jackson’s scheming thoughts.
She nodded in agreement and then added, “Mr. Yancey, I have a question. What if you never manage to obtain a commercial driver’s license in your lifetime? Wouldn’t that part of the bet-on agreement about driving a bus become meaningless?” The people around them, with an appetite for drama, joined the conversation with remarks laced with subtle sarcasm and witty undertones.
“If it were me, I’d intentionally fail the test to avoid driving a bus.”
“Please don’t make baseless accusations. Mr. Yancey wouldn’t do something so tasteless. Driving a bus is a noble service to the people!”
“With Mr. Yancey’s driving skills, getting a commercial driver’s license should be a piece of cake, probably done within a month at most.”
“But what if something unexpected happens? What if he can’t pass the test? Then won’t Ms. Yancey be at a loss?”
Cecilia had been waiting for this moment.
She looked at Jackson with an inscrutable smile and said, “Everyone makes a valid point. That’s why I came up with an alternative plan just now.”
Jackson found himself overwhelmed by the chorus of voices and, fully aware that Cecilia had set a trap, reluctantly asked, “What plan?”
“Until you obtain your commercial driver’s license, you will operate a tour bus at the racing track, and it won’t count toward
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the ten-year period.”
It meant that if Jackson didn’t want to drive a bus, he would have to drive a tour bus here for the rest of his life.
“Humph! He thought he could outsmart without even questioning if his own brain was up to the task!” Cecilia sneered his her heart.
Jackson hadn’t expected such a move from Cecilia and found himself momentarily speechless.
After all, Cecilia’s plan was flawless.
He could only reluctantly agree. “Fine.”
Cecilia added, “Mr. Yancey, you misspoke earlier. It’s not that you’re quitting the motor racing industry, but you’re being expelled!”
While the outcome was the same, the implication was entirely different.
A sense of foreboding crept into Jackson’s heart. His expression grew darker, and he spoke with increased intensity, “Cecilia, don’t go too far. The bet-on agreement clearly states that I’m voluntarily leaving the motor racing industry!”
“But what I’m about to say isn’t about the bet-on agreement; it’s about your violation.”