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 .