Chapter 69 Lauren pped her hands excitedly


    Dr.


    Lloyd, youre amazing! Number Seven actually won! Her joyfulughter caused Harvey, Bernard, and their groups faces to darken


    However, Mark maintained hisposure and smiled.


    Dont be discouraged, everyone.


    Such is the thrill of horse racing you never know who the dark horse will be until the very end! The mayors words prompted immediate agreement from the crowd.


    Well said, Mr.


    Thatcher ! Absolutely, Mr.


    Thatcher ! Anyone could be the dark horse! Your insights are truly remarkable ! Lets get ready for the next round.


    The game isnt over yet! Stick with Mr.


    Thatcher, and well be in the winners circle! For the next race, Mark confidently selected Number Five. Lauren turned to Andrew and asked, Dr.


    Lloyd, which horse should we choose? Lets go with Number One, Andrew replied casually. Bernard could not resist a sarcasticment


    Andrew, are you deliberately going against Mr Thatchers picks? Cant you see how many people trust his judgment? Mark raised his hand, interrupting Bernard, Bernard, everyone is entitled to their own. opinion.


    Then, he turned to Andrew with an amused smile.


    Young man, you seem experienced


    Lets see if your luck holds up this time.


    Andrew smiled calmly.


    Mr.


    Thatcher, if youre still betting on Number Five, Id suggest changing your pick that horse wont win. The crowd erupted in anger.


    How dare you question Mr.


    Thatchers judgment ! Who do you think you are? Youll regret your arrogance ! Mark maintained hisposure, simplyughing it off.


    I appreciate young people with different perspectives, but Im confident about this race.


    As the gates opened and the horses charged forward, Marks pick, Number Five, started strong. However, midway through the race, it stumbled, throwing its rider and tumbling out of the race.


    1/2 Chapter 69  Meanwhile, Andrews choice, Number One, powered through like a bulldozer.


    Initially in third ce, it surged forward near the finish line, overtaking the lead with ease to im victory


    Dr.


    Lloyd, youre incredible! We won again! Lauren cheered.


    Andrew could not help but smile at her genuine excitement.


    Harvey, Dexter, and Bernard stood silent, their faces dark.


    Mark stared in disbelief as Number Five was carried off the track with a broken leg, and he sighed heavily


    Such is life.


    One moment youre on top, the next youre struggling through hardship, Markmented.


    Bernard could not ept defeat.


    Mr.


    Thatcher, lets try one more race


    Everyone knows youre the best at horse racing in Jayrodale.


    Thats right, Harvey and his group chimed in.


    A couple of races doesnt mean anything.


    Please lead us to victory again, Mr.


    Thatcher ! Encouraged by their support, Markughed heartily.


    Very well, Ill join you for one more match.


    Victoryes to those who persevere ! Such inspiring words!, With this spirit, victory is certain ! Nothing could stop Mr.


    Thatcher this time! The crowd cheered and apuded enthusiastically.


    It was as though they were trying to erase the memory of their two consecutive losses through sheer volume alone.