Chapter 325

Lily feared Scarlett might place in the top three of the tournament, so she tried to rattle her by sending messages about Johnathan. Unfortunately for Lily, her plan backfired. The more she tried to provoke Scarlett, the more determined Scarlett became to win and prove her wrong. That night, Scarlett slept on the bed while Xavier took the couch. The tournament began the next day at noon and would run for a full 24 hours, ending at the same time the following day. Participants were confined to their designated zones throughout the duration. Even toilet breaks required a proctor's escort, and they had to sleep at their desks. Scarlett had printed her admission slip in advance, which clearly outlined all the rules. That morning, she began preparing for the competition. But soon, she heard clattering sounds from the kitchen and guessed Xavier was making breakfast. She was puzzled—did he even know how to cook? Moments later, she received a beautifully plated hotel breakfast. Mean