Chapter 359

Evelyn's eyebrows knitted together. The anonymous call was unexpected, but she kept her composure.

Not wanting to alarm Gabrielle and the others, she responded coolly, "Hiding behind a distorted voice? You've got no right to demand anything from me."

"Consider this friendly advice," the muffled voice countered. "Withdraw now or face humiliation. You won't win today's competition. Mark my words."

The line went dead, leaving Evelyn gripping her phone tighter. The caller's smug certainty sent a chill down her spine.

"Who would do this?" she muttered through clenched teeth. Her mind raced through potential suspects.

She took a steadying breath. "Stay sharp," she reminded herself. "This could be someone's sick game to sabotage..."