Chapter: 1568

“This was Norah's choice," Sean replied, though his eyes showed he wasn't letting her off completely. “But you definitely have some responsibility for what is happening."

With that, he headed down the slope after them. Alyssa stood there for a moment, unsure of what to do. She finally decided to take the ski lift. There was no way she could follow them down the black slope with her limited skiing skills.

Norah flew down the steep slope, quickly putting distance between herself and Greta.

The slope was sharp and challenging, but that only added to the excitement. Skiing like this felt like flying, a rush that few other sports could offer.

Norah had skied this path countless times and knew it Like the back of her hand. Even though Greta was a pro, she couldn't catch up.

Norah was the first to cross the finish line.

She didn't expect to see Sean coming in right after her. Norah turned, surprised, and raised an eyebrow as he skidded to a stop Sean had started later, trailing behind her as they moved down the slope. Still, somehow, he'd managed to speed up and pass Greta, securing second place with surprising ease.

Greta arrived third, her face a mix of frustration and disbelief.

Norah and Sean were already standing at the finish line, chatting Like it had been easy. She couldn't believe it-beaten by two amateurs?

How was this even possible?

ALL three were unharmed, and Alyssa let out a long breath, thankful nothing had gone wrong. She quickly brought Greta over to the pair apologizing over and over for how things had turned out.

Norah looked content. This was exactly what she had wanted when she called for the race.

“You're no amateur!" Greta's eyes narrowed at Norah. "You played weak to throw me off, just so you could win!"

Norah flashed a sweet smile. “I never said I was an amateur, and honestly, you're not that impressive at skiing."

Her calm tone nearly pushed Greta over the edge. She was a nationally recognized professional skier, and now she was being looked down upon by a nobody!

Sean, having a blast on the black slope, chimed in with a grin, "Your reputation doesn't need Norah to play nice. Next time, make sure you know who you're up against before trying to teach someone a lesson.”

They walked off together, leaving Greta feeling deflated. “Have I really gotten that rusty? Beaten by two amateurs on a slope I've skied countless times..."

Alyssa gave her a reassuring pat. "Don't be so rash next time. You didn't need to blow this out of proportion. Next time, listen to me, or I'll call my other friends over."

Greta was stunned. She had tried so hard to impress Alyssa, but almost end up humiliated!

It was getting late, and Norah's stomach growled. The two made their way to the place where they and the other three would meet.

Sean asked, “Norah, you're not a beginner, are you?"

Norah replied mysteriously, "Yes and no."

"What do you mean?"

“I took it seriously when I reviewed the basics with the coach. I haven't skied in years, so I practiced a bit before daring to try the black slope."