Still, the audience was unconvinced. An auto racing expert? Just look at how fragile she is! How is someone like that going to control a beast-like racing car? Does she think she's invincible just because she's the famous designer, Snowflake, the well-respected doctor, Anonymous, and the woman Artemis wants to marry? An auto racing competition isn't child's play. Without professional training and experience in the field, she could kill herself as soon as she stepped on the accelerator.
Meanwhile, in the VIP area, Zoey was sitting in the crowd while listening to the people's objection to Bailey's participation in the event. My plan will be ruined if Bailey quits. I'll be damned if I allow the one hundred million I spent to get rid of Bailey to go to waste! What's wrong with letting that b*tch humiliate herself? Why are these morons trying to stop her? Do they have nothing better to do? If Bailey wants to die, let her.
“Fine. Since it's confirmed that Bailey is qualified to participate, we'll play along just this once and allow her to compete. However, she'll have hell to pay if she loses badly.”
“That's right. We have no problem with Bailey joining the competition, but she must win to avoid tainting Dexter's perfect record.”
“If she loses, she can forget about leaving this place in one piece.”
Bailey could not help but be amused once again after listening to the fans. What's wrong with these people? With so many factors at play in a competition, who can ever guarantee that they'll win? Am I supposed to promise victory just because I'm replacing Dexter?
“What should we do about this, Ms. Jefferson?” inquired Amos meekly after turning to look at the woman.
In response to that, Bailey simply waved at the man before walking to her car, holding her helmet.
The woman had never lost to anyone in the past few years, and she was not about to break her streak.
Even if she did lose, Artemis would protect her, so she had nothing to worry about.
“Damn! Bailey is actually heading to car number five.”
“S-She really can race?”
“I guess so. Otherwise, she wouldn't be that confident.”
“Look, everyone! Mr. Luther is here!”
“You're right. He's walking toward Bailey in casual wear. He's not planning to get into the car to keep her company throughout the race, is he?”
“Come on! Do they have to put on a public display of affection even in a competition?”
With the crowd watching him, Artemis made his way to the racing car and stopped before Bailey.
“You planning to come with me?” asked Bailey with an eyebrow raised.
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