The True Lady Strikes Back by Susanna Lucius Novel novel Chapter 173

Chapter 173 

Cecilia liked this kind of arrogant person best because their blind confidence made many rewards. 

She looked harmless and asked, “What reward can you give me?” 

The member of the criminal investigation division patted the muscles on his arm and said proudly, “If you win, I’ll give you my five–year savings on my payroll card!” 

He was just an ordinary person without fortune or background. 

The over 40,000 dollars in his payroll card was his entire savings. He planned to use it to get married and buy a house. 

He took it out so generously because he thought Cecilia couldn’t beat him. 

In the criminal investigation division, he was the most skilled! 

Cecilia knew that there wouldn’t be too much money on his card, but she didn’t mind. 

“Okay, how would you like to compete?” she asked. 

The man lowered his arm and raised his eyebrows. “You choose, I’m fine. with anything.” 

“Let’s just go head–to–head then. Whoever surrenders first, loses.” 

The man scrutinized Cecilia and reminded her, “Even if you’re a woman, I won’t hold back. Have you thought it through?” 

“Yeah, I’ve thought it through. Please move all the chairs.” After saying that, Cecilia jumped onto the conference table. “Let’s do it right here on top. If you fall, it will be considered a loss.” 

She was worried that this man was stubborn, unwilling to admit defeat even if it meant being beaten to death. 

The man found Cecilia’s suggestion was good, so he nodded quickly and said, “That’s a good idea. Let’s do it.” 

Cecilia’s identity was not simple. If he really beat her up, he would get into big trouble. 

After the man got on the table, Evan said, “Let’s start. It’d better not exceed one minute.” 

He said this to Cecilia, reminding her to show her real strength. 

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He also wanted to see if she had maintained her skills after leaving the Peacekeeping Forces for three years. 

Cecilia understood. She went all out from the start, not holding back. Simultaneously, she targeted the man’s lower body in her attack. 

With just one move, the member of the criminal investigation division realized Cecilia wasn’t a simple woman and didn’t dare to underestimate her any longer. 

But even with his best effort, he was kicked in the knee and stomach by Cecilia, falling off the conference table within half a minute. 

He staggered a few steps before standing firm and looked at Cecilia in disbelief. 

He thought, “Impossible! I can’t possibly lose. There must be something wrong!” 

This result also stunned the “audience.” 

“How did Ryan fall? I didn’t catch it.” 

“I saw it clearly. Cecilia coordinated her hands and feet, launching the attack together.” 

“Yeah, yeah, both feet landed on Ryan at the same time. When she kicked him off the table, she landed steadily on it herself.” 

“Amazing! If it were me, I’d definitely end up falling off the table with Ryan.” 

The words of praise for Cecilia were like a loud slap, striking harshly or the defeated man, Ryan Mitchell. 

He blushed and said unconvinced, “I was careless just now. Let’s do it again!” 

After saying that, he returned to the conference table. 

Evan slammed the table unhappily and said, “Don’t bet if you can’t afford to lose!” 

“It’s not that I can’t afford to lose. It was really a mistake just now.” 

Cecilia looked at the stubborn man and said with a smile, “If you want to go another round, I’m fine with it. However, the rewards have to be different, and there won’t be a third chance. After all, everyone is busy.” In other words, everyone didn’t have time to witness his repeated failures. Plus, he couldn’t handle defeat! 

Ryan’s face turned red. He gritted his teeth and said, “If I lose, I’ll leave 

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the police station.” 

With no other bargaining chips left, he had to stake his future as the 

wager. 

Cecilia looked at Ryan in disappointment. 

Everyone looked at him disappointedly and shook their heads. 

Losing wasn’t terrible, but it was awful losing to the point of desperation and losing one’s mind. 

Ryan felt humiliated under the scrutiny. He glared angrily at Cecilia and said, “What? Are you looking down on my stake?” 

Cecilia’s eyes suddenly turned sharp, and her body emitted a terrifying killing intent. 

She asked, “What does this uniform mean to you? Is it about honor and responsibility, or is it just a chip on the gambling table?” 

Her words hit like a bucket of cold water poured over him, leaving Ryan chilled to the bone. 

“How could I bet my career on it? I must be crazy!” he cursed in his mind. “I–I got carried away for a moment. Sorry, I admitted defeat.” After saying that, Ryan was ready to jump off the conference table. 

However, Cecilia stopped him and said, “I don’t want a reward this time. I just want you to accept your defeat convincingly!” 

Despite his overconfidence, this man had some real skills. A little setback would help temper his spirit and make him a better servant to society. 

However, Ryan was too ashamed to compete with Cecilia again. “I lost. Just stop here.” 

Evan spoke up. “The loser has no right to refuse the winner. Let’s continue.” 

Hearing this, Ryan stayed and looked at Cecilia seriously. “Ms. Yancey, I will spare no effort. Be careful.” 

“The one who should be careful is you. Go ahead, make your move.” 

The one who struck first had the advantage. She was clearly giving way to Ryan. 

If he still lost, then he had to accept his defeat willingly. 

Ryan quickly recalled the previous battle with Cecilia in his mind. 

He steadied his lower body and put all his effort into the move. 

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Cecilia shook her head as she looked at the fist heading straight for her face and the fingers aiming for her throat. 

Her disdainful expression provoked Ryan, and he attacked even faster. But the next second, Cecilia clenched his fist with one hand and grabbed his palm with the other, simultaneously applying force to twist them downward. 

His body was forced to lean left, and the strength in his legs gripping the ground gradually diminished. 

When he attempted to break free from Cecilia’s grip, his arms were pulled forcefully and dislocated. 

The moment the pain hit, Cecilia’s leg swept across from the left. 

He tried to dodge, but with his arms still held, there was no way to escape. 

He could only watch helplessly as his leg was swept down. 

When Ryan fell to the left, Cecilia let go and watched him smash hard on the edge of the conference table and then fall to the ground. 

With a bang, the sound alone made it seem painful. 

It took Cecilia less than 15 seconds to defeat Ryan, which shocked. 

everyone. 

No one dared to underestimate her again, and the way they looked at her now reflected a deep respect for a formidable opponent. 

After such embarrassment, Ryan suddenly felt that his dignity wasn’t as important anymore. 

Because of the two defeats, he gained the experience of winning twice. It was worthwhile! 

He positioned his dislocated shoulder on the ground and pressed it hard. With two “clicks,” the arm was back in place. 

He stood up, admitted his defeat, and took out his bank card from his wallet, handing it over to Cecilia. 

“The money in here is all yours. The password is the first six digits of the last eight digits of the card number.” 

Cecilia took Ryan’s savings without hesitation and said, “Thanks on behalf of the children in poor mountainous areas.” 

She didn’t want Ryan’s money at all. She just wanted to teach him a 

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Through the battle, she also wanted everyone to see her strength, to understand that Evan chose her for the special operations unit because she was excellent enough! 

Ryan understood what Cecilia meant and paid more respect to her. 

“You deserve the thanks from the children in the mountainous areas. I’ve lost to you again, which means you can set any condition. As long as I can do it, I won’t refuse!” 

“My condition is very simple. Go out and turn right.” 

Although Ryan wanted to join the special operations unit very much, he lost to Cecilia and had to leave as agreed. 

As soon as he reached the door, Cecilia stopped him. “Wait a minute.”