No More Waiting, She Chooses Love novel Chapter 559

"Jefferson's off the hook for now," Conrad's words threw me for a loop.

He went on to clarify, "On the surface, Club Q is all about billiards, but in reality, it's a hotbed for betting scams. They targeted Jefferson initially to secure a win streak in their rigged games and rake in the profits."

I'd heard of betting scandals, but I was shocked to find them infiltrating the world of billiards.

"They can't touch Jefferson now. They've cooked up a new scheme: betting on Jefferson to win, making him the unwitting pawn in their game. They lose on the surface but win big behind the scenes," Conrad explained, sending shivers down my spine.

It was jarring to think that a simple game of billiards could be twisted into a tool for such dark dealings.

Jefferson always said he played billiards for the love of the game and dreamed of showcasing our talent globally. If he knew he was being used like this, I couldn't imagine how devastated he'd be.

I felt a knot in my chest. "Does Jefferson know about this?"

"He's in the dark. If he knew, he'd never play again," Conrad paused, adding gravely, "And if he quit, he'd be in mortal danger."

I was stunned. Conrad's tone grew heavier, "Felicia, don't think that just because Ernest saved him, he's out of the woods. This is all part of their twisted game."

The chill in the air deepened. Ernest had never mentioned this. Was he unaware?

"Felicia, with the game just two days away, they can't afford any slip-ups. But Brown's an unpredictable factor. His fans are beyond Club Q's control. To ensure the game goes smoothly, they might target you, using you as leverage without necessarily harming you."

My heart tightened, "Are they trying to prevent Ernest from stepping in again?"

Conrad shook his head gently, "You're not just a pawn to control Ernest. You're also a means to force Jefferson to play."