Their Mistake, Her Rise - Chapter 227: Chapter 227
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Seeing her plan succeed, Eunice wasn't about to wait any longer; she'd intended to provoke Zoe, then step in and be the first girl to conquer all ten stages.
But Philip had already seized that opportunity, and Eunice, rubbing her hands together, was poised to step forward and prove her abilities—determined to be the first girl to accept the challenge.
The next moment, Zoe's voice, light and slightly smug, drifted over. "Well, if you're that insecure, then as your 'elder sister,' I'll go first. Pay close attention."
Zoe deliberately upstaged Eunice, brushing past her to seize the starting point and turning Eunice's own strategy against her, ensuring Eunice's moment was lost. Zoe's direct and unapologetic action infuriated Eunice, who could only clench her jaw and suppress her rage.
The first round of the competition consisted of ten stages, ranging from the relatively easy pendulum gauntlet to brutally difficult later challenges, some of which were incredibly demanding.
The aerial challenges were particularly perilous; any lapse in stamina, arm strength, or reflexes could send contestants plummeting from heights exceeding ten meters, and even with safety mats, the impact could be severe.
Despite all this, Zoe remained unfazed, breezing through the first three stages effortlessly with the nimble grace of a sprite; quick, light, and completely at ease. Her speed was a blur, yet her movements possessed a graceful quality that captivated the audience.
"That was perfect!"
"Her moves are flawless. Even as a complete beginner, I can see she's even smoother than Philip from Highcrest University."
"Do you think Zoe might actually finish before Philip does?"
"That's possible. I'm eager to see what happens."
The excited chatter of the crowd, amplified to a deafening roar, reached Simon's ears.
For this multifaceted challenge, each White brother served as the head judge for a different event, with Simon overseeing the first round. Before the competition, the three had already planned to sabotage Zoe's events when her turn came.
Determined not to disappoint his brothers and impatiently after watching Zoe effortlessly conquer three stages, Simon stepped forward, ready to openly challenge her advantage, even if it seemed unfair.
"Wait a minute," Simon called to Zoe, who was still in the arena. "I heard you're the top student at Highcrest University; shouldn't this level be a breeze for you?"
"To ensure a level playing field, I'm increasing the difficulty, but only for you." His self-righteous tone might have fooled someone into thinking he was being equitable. Honestly, it was obvious he was deliberately targeting Zoe.
A chill ran down everyone's spine in the crowd.
Instantly, everyone watched as Simon nonchalantly raised a hand in a small wave. Suddenly, all the obstacles, the giant pendulum and the massive clock, began to swing and shake wildly, moving ten times faster than before.
They thought, 'Ten times faster. Even a superhero couldn't keep up.' The shock on everyone's face was palpable.
"This is incredibly challenging; how is anyone expected to manage this?"
"I doubt it's possible. Even Shawn would have to think twice."
"It's blatantly obvious they're targeting Zoe; no one could possibly ignore it. She's finished."
"Quiet, please. Zoe's success hinges entirely on the judges' decision, and if they're inclined to be unfair, we're powerless. Besides, I've heard the White family is sponsoring this event, so they likely have considerable influence."
"Poor thing."
At that moment, everyone believed Zoe was sure to lose. Even figures like Joyce, Robert, and other Jelonsburg heavyweights couldn't mask their grim expressions at the scene before them, and neither could Gerald.
Among all the people present, only four wore smug, gloating smiles: the three White brothers and Eunice.
Eunice thought, 'Zoe, you asked for this by getting involved with them. Being with Shawn is essentially stealing Ms. White's fiancé, so it's no surprise they are seeking revenge for her.'
Eunice looked positively gleeful. She thought, 'Even if you somehow scrape by this round, you're toast in the next one, and the one after that. There's no way you're making it out of this.'
Let alone that now the pendulum gauntlet and the massive clock—both amplified tenfold and moving so fast they left afterimages—were already more than Zoe could handle. Unless she were Superman, this would be nothing short of suicide.
Joyce said, "They have really crossed the line this time. They're not just making things difficult for her; they're driving her into an impossible situation. No one could possibly overcome such an unjust challenge."
Finally unable to contain herself, Joyce fixed Simon with a fierce glare that dominated the room. Simon remained defiant; backed by the White family, he felt impervious to even Jelonsburg's most influential figures.
He snorted, "This competition is sponsored by us; if you don't like it, you're free to leave. Got a problem with that?" The moment he stopped, complete silence fell over the room.
"You—" Even Joyce was speechless. She knew she was right, but words failed her. Reason had no sway here; only power mattered. All she could do was try to persuade Zoe to concede.
Given that this competition was indeed sponsored by the White family, and the speed was amplified tenfold, it was practically impossible for an average person to manage.
But—Just as everyone believed Zoe had no hope against the White family and was about to concede, a shocking event unfolded, leaving the room breathless with disbelief.
Zoe stood silent at the center of the arena. In the blink of an eye, a cold, blood-hued smirk curved across her lips, her eyes gleaming with a hint of mockery; light, playful, and laced with contempt.
Then, before the eyes of all present, she performed a feat so astonishing it defied belief.
But Philip had already seized that opportunity, and Eunice, rubbing her hands together, was poised to step forward and prove her abilities—determined to be the first girl to accept the challenge.
The next moment, Zoe's voice, light and slightly smug, drifted over. "Well, if you're that insecure, then as your 'elder sister,' I'll go first. Pay close attention."
Zoe deliberately upstaged Eunice, brushing past her to seize the starting point and turning Eunice's own strategy against her, ensuring Eunice's moment was lost. Zoe's direct and unapologetic action infuriated Eunice, who could only clench her jaw and suppress her rage.
The first round of the competition consisted of ten stages, ranging from the relatively easy pendulum gauntlet to brutally difficult later challenges, some of which were incredibly demanding.
The aerial challenges were particularly perilous; any lapse in stamina, arm strength, or reflexes could send contestants plummeting from heights exceeding ten meters, and even with safety mats, the impact could be severe.
Despite all this, Zoe remained unfazed, breezing through the first three stages effortlessly with the nimble grace of a sprite; quick, light, and completely at ease. Her speed was a blur, yet her movements possessed a graceful quality that captivated the audience.
"That was perfect!"
"Her moves are flawless. Even as a complete beginner, I can see she's even smoother than Philip from Highcrest University."
"Do you think Zoe might actually finish before Philip does?"
"That's possible. I'm eager to see what happens."
The excited chatter of the crowd, amplified to a deafening roar, reached Simon's ears.
For this multifaceted challenge, each White brother served as the head judge for a different event, with Simon overseeing the first round. Before the competition, the three had already planned to sabotage Zoe's events when her turn came.
Determined not to disappoint his brothers and impatiently after watching Zoe effortlessly conquer three stages, Simon stepped forward, ready to openly challenge her advantage, even if it seemed unfair.
"Wait a minute," Simon called to Zoe, who was still in the arena. "I heard you're the top student at Highcrest University; shouldn't this level be a breeze for you?"
"To ensure a level playing field, I'm increasing the difficulty, but only for you." His self-righteous tone might have fooled someone into thinking he was being equitable. Honestly, it was obvious he was deliberately targeting Zoe.
A chill ran down everyone's spine in the crowd.
Instantly, everyone watched as Simon nonchalantly raised a hand in a small wave. Suddenly, all the obstacles, the giant pendulum and the massive clock, began to swing and shake wildly, moving ten times faster than before.
They thought, 'Ten times faster. Even a superhero couldn't keep up.' The shock on everyone's face was palpable.
"This is incredibly challenging; how is anyone expected to manage this?"
"I doubt it's possible. Even Shawn would have to think twice."
"It's blatantly obvious they're targeting Zoe; no one could possibly ignore it. She's finished."
"Quiet, please. Zoe's success hinges entirely on the judges' decision, and if they're inclined to be unfair, we're powerless. Besides, I've heard the White family is sponsoring this event, so they likely have considerable influence."
"Poor thing."
At that moment, everyone believed Zoe was sure to lose. Even figures like Joyce, Robert, and other Jelonsburg heavyweights couldn't mask their grim expressions at the scene before them, and neither could Gerald.
Among all the people present, only four wore smug, gloating smiles: the three White brothers and Eunice.
Eunice thought, 'Zoe, you asked for this by getting involved with them. Being with Shawn is essentially stealing Ms. White's fiancé, so it's no surprise they are seeking revenge for her.'
Eunice looked positively gleeful. She thought, 'Even if you somehow scrape by this round, you're toast in the next one, and the one after that. There's no way you're making it out of this.'
Let alone that now the pendulum gauntlet and the massive clock—both amplified tenfold and moving so fast they left afterimages—were already more than Zoe could handle. Unless she were Superman, this would be nothing short of suicide.
Joyce said, "They have really crossed the line this time. They're not just making things difficult for her; they're driving her into an impossible situation. No one could possibly overcome such an unjust challenge."
Finally unable to contain herself, Joyce fixed Simon with a fierce glare that dominated the room. Simon remained defiant; backed by the White family, he felt impervious to even Jelonsburg's most influential figures.
He snorted, "This competition is sponsored by us; if you don't like it, you're free to leave. Got a problem with that?" The moment he stopped, complete silence fell over the room.
"You—" Even Joyce was speechless. She knew she was right, but words failed her. Reason had no sway here; only power mattered. All she could do was try to persuade Zoe to concede.
Given that this competition was indeed sponsored by the White family, and the speed was amplified tenfold, it was practically impossible for an average person to manage.
But—Just as everyone believed Zoe had no hope against the White family and was about to concede, a shocking event unfolded, leaving the room breathless with disbelief.
Zoe stood silent at the center of the arena. In the blink of an eye, a cold, blood-hued smirk curved across her lips, her eyes gleaming with a hint of mockery; light, playful, and laced with contempt.
Then, before the eyes of all present, she performed a feat so astonishing it defied belief.
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