Rising from the Ashes BY Only For You Novel

Chapter 69 Lauren clapped her hands excitedly .

Dr.

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

However , Mark maintained his composure 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 sarcastic comment .

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 his composure , simply laughing 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 place , it surged forward near the finish line , overtaking the lead with ease to claim 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 , Mark commented .

Bernard could not accept defeat .

Mr.

Thatcher , lets try one more race .noveldrama

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 , Mark laughed heartily .

Very well , Ill join you for one more match .

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

Thatcher this time ! The crowd cheered and applauded enthusiastically .

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