Chapter 858

Josefina let out a snort of laughter, "Big bro Cash just threw Master under the bus."

Cash: "Hey, little sis, keep this between us, okay? And just so you know, your big sis was in on it too."

Josefina: "..."

Josefina: "Aren't you worried Master and big sis will give you a serious whooping?"

Cash: "That's why I'm counting on you to keep quiet, little sis."

...

When Shay discovered she didn't have to slog through endless rounds of

competition, she was over the moon.

But, she couldn't help but be curious. Had the rules changed?

"Mom, weren't the rules different in past years? Do you think there's something fishy about this year's competition?"

Sydney: "I'll have someone check into it."

Shay added, "Cash knows Josefina. Could he have changed the rules for her?"

"That's not possible. Even if Cash is experienced and capable, he can't just alter the competition rules."

Shay stayed silent, still curious about who might have changed the rules.

Sydney said, "Don't overthink it. The competition is secondary. Taking down Josefina is the real goal."

Shay didn't respond. She wanted to outshine Josefina and take her down a notch,

too.

She wanted it all!

As they reached the competition venue, Cash acted like he didn't know Josefina, not even a nod in her direction.

Josefina, Haylee, and Damita, the trio, sat together.

Haylee and Damita were a bit jittery-it was their first time in such a big competition.

Haylee whispered, "I can't believe the rules changed. Josie, it's all thanks to your help that I can get into the groove."

Damita nodded excitedly, "Right on, Haylee. Sticking with Josie, we'll be living it up. Shay and Joelle won't even get a taste."

Josefina grinned, "Let's give it everything we've got, break through, and snatch the top spot, leaving Shay in the dust!"

Jane came in with Shay, scanning

the room until her eyes landed

Josefina She was itching for chance.

Pet

"I'll go say hi to Josefina and find a way to get close to her."

Jane couldn't wait!

As Jane approached Josefina, ready to speak, Josefina beat her to it.

"Jane, you're here to compete too?"

Jane: "..."

At her age, being a judge would make more sense! Competing? Not a chance!

That cheeky Josefina, daring to tease her!

In front of everyone, Jane had to plaster on a smile, trying to look kind and approachable.

"Josefina, I came to ask if you and Cash are acquainted!"

"You could say that, we've saved a few lives together."

Jane: ??

She wasn't buying it!

Seeing Josefina and Cash chatting so casually made her suspicious.

Jane moved closer, saying excitedly, "I'll just ask Cash myself later."

And with that, Jane walked off.

Back by Shay's side, her triumphant grin was impossible to miss.

Shay asked, "Master, I knew you'd handle it. No sweat."

Jane bragged with a smile, "Just focus on the competition. Aim to crush Josefina out there!"

"With you backing me, Master, I'm sure I'll snag the top spot!"

Jane and Shay exchanged looks, both filled with excitement

fierce determination et

sweeveles

Shay's gaze was locked on Josefina across the way. This time, she determined to win. To leave. Josefina in her dust!