The Mafia Heiress's Comeback: She's More Than You Think novel Chapter 199

Chapter 199 A Legend

“Nadia, we need to be sharp out there. Observe the others closely–study their moves and learn what you can,”

Wilbur encouraged, hoping to lift her spirits.

“Understood,” Nadia nodded with determination.

Moments earlier, a participant from Silverbrook Military Academy had stumbled badly.

The instant the blunder occurred, high–ranking officers from Voutsas, seated among the judges, exchanged stern glances with the head of Silverbrook Military Academy. The poor man stiffened, visibly overwhelmed, unable to offer any explanation.

Offstage, Daniel clutched his forehead as anxiety surged through him.

He prayed quietly that Wilbur and Nadia wouldn’t fall short. Another failure might be the final blow to his

position.

Fortunately, the remaining two from Silverbrook Military Academy adjusted after their teammate’s misstep. They avoided similar errors and each struck seven targets. Not an extraordinary feat, but sufficient to stay

afloat.

Competitors from rival schools delivered steady showings as well. Most hovered between seven and eight, with none scoring fewer than six.

Eight was acceptable–barely–but far from exceptional, considering the caliber of institutions present.

Wilbur also reached eight.

Other than Morris, who specifically requested the final turn, the real shock came from Nadia. She stepped up with stunning precision and landed nine direct strikes.

“Did she come from the Royal Military Academy? Nine out of ten? Only missed one, and right in the middle?”

“This is her debut at a major event, isn’t it? She’s practically a rookie, but that was wild. Give her a bit more time, and she’d sweep the whole thing!”

“She’s got laser focus, and she’s gorgeous too. What a combo!”

Thunderous applause echoed around the stadium.

For someone untested on a national stage, her explosive start had just made her a sensation.

As Nadia returned to the rest area, her stride was firm and full of fire. Shoulders back, gaze high–pure self-

assurance.

She was euphoric.

Even she hadn’t foreseen such precision.

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“This is amazing!” she exclaimed. After all, the reigning titleholder, Matthew, had also notched nine previously. That meant she had a real shot at the crown.

“That was phenomenal, Nadia! Well done!” Wilbur greeted her with open excitement.

Nearby, Daniel, who had been silently observing, finally exhaled in relief. With this round in the bag, now all he needed was for Maren to show up.

He quickly pinged Maren again, twice in a row, hoping she’d notice this time.

“Only nine and you’re acting like you’ve just toppled a kingdom? Pathetic,” Matthew sneered the instant he

spotted her proud smile.

Nadia’s mood instantly soured.

Wilbur stepped forward. “Bold words coming from someone who also landed nine last time.”

“And that’s precisely why I refused their offer. That score was disgraceful. I don’t associate with mediocrity,”

Matthew replied, brushing Wilbur off without a glance.

In Baimsa, Wilbur’s name carried weight. Here in Voutsas?-He was irrelevant.

“You…” Wilbur clenched his fists, biting back the insult.

“Drop it. No need to argue. The real contest is out there on the floor,” Nadia said, tugging his sleeve.

She wasn’t being forgiving. She was being smart. She knew who Matthew truly was. Her research had prepared

her for this moment.

The Griffin family wasn’t to be trifled with.

“Now stepping up–Matthew Griffin, representing Voutsas Military Academy!” the host called out.

Right on cue, the crowd went wild. Louder than they’d been all day–even louder than for Nadia’s stellar

showing.

“Here he is! Matthew Griffin! Last round he hit nine but wasn’t satisfied–he turned down an offer from the

state forces! He’s definitely going all out for a ten today!”

“Ten! Ten! Ten!” the crowd chanted, voices rising in unison.

Amid the frenzy, Matthew walked into the center with deliberate grace. Each step calculated, every movement calm and poised.

Despite the deafening cheers, his expression remained neutral. To him, this was expected. Nothing about it felt

remarkable.

He lifted the firearm and braced himself.

“Three… Two… One… Go!” the referee yelled.

Tennis balls were shot from the launcher at high speed, Matthew reacted instantly, arm steady, aim precise. The first was hit without delay.

His actions flowed effortlessly–swift, precise, and absolutely deliberate.

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As the first ball was obliterated mid–air, the second hadn’t even cleared the barrel.

In essence, it meant the initial ball was still gaining altitude when Matthew had already sighted, aimed, and fired with chilling accuracy.

“Unbelievable!”

A voice rang out from the bleachers.

Gasps rippled through the stands. Though many had watched tournament after tournament, that single display made it clear–Matthew operated on a different plane.

“That kid’s a monster! A natural–born phenomenon!”

The high–ranking officials sitting among the judges fixed their focus entirely on him, expressions hardening in

unison.

Even Alberto leaned forward.

“You’re being too generous. The boy has gifts no one can teach. Relentless effort, unmatched discipline–and

with my coaching, excellence was inevitable.” Out of everyone present, Trey beamed the brightest.

Matthew was Trey’s personal student. And whenever a pivotal event took place, especially under the spotlight,

the kid delivered.