Chapter 22 : The Reckoning Chapter 22 : The Reckoning The whistle blew , signaling the continuation of the game . Five players encircled Tessa , their movements calculate and aggressive , but she remained calm , effortlessly maneuvering through their attempts to trap her . 75 % +5 Free Coins Queenie shot a glance at her teammates , her eyes filled with malicious intent . If skill couldn't win the game , they would resort to underhanded tactics . " Target her legs . Make sure she can't walk out of here ," one of the teammates whispered , her voice dripping with malice . Tessa instantly recognized their intent , and a sharp chill settled in her gaze . They wanted to play dirty ? Fine . She wasn't one to back down . As Queenie lunged forward with a vicious kick aimed at Tessa's shin , Tessa leapt gracefully into the air , her body soaring as she executed a flawless layup . The crowd erupted . " Did you see that ? Her jump is insane ! " " She's like a pro ! " The ball swished through the hoop , and Tessa landed effortlessly , meeting Queenie's shocked gaze with an impassive expression.- Over the next ten minutes , the match became a one - woman show . Tessa dominated the court , weaving through her opponents with ease and scoring relentlessly . The school's basketball team , which had prided itself on its prowess , was humiliated . When the final whistle blew , the scoreboard read 50-0 , The silence around the court was deafening . Queenie and her teammates stood frozen , their faces red with embarrassment . The crowd's murmurs felt like jeers , driving the humiliation deeper . They had never lost so badly , let alone to someone they had dismissed as a " wolf - less waste . " Ysabel sprinted onto the court , throwing her arms around Tessä . " Tessie , that was amazing ! You could totally make the national team ! " Tessa gently pushed Ysabel away , her composure unchanged . " It's not that big of a deal , " she replied , brushing off the praise . Queenie clenched her fists . How had Tessa become this strong ? She couldn't believe how thoroughly she had been humiliated . " Queenie , let's go , " one of her teammates whispered , eager to escape the crowd's scrutiny . 1/3 Wed , Apr To Chapter 22 : The Reckoning 75 % 0 +5 Free Coins " Go ? Already ? " Tessa's voice was light , but her words carried a weight that stopped them in their tracks . " Queenie , don't tell me you've forgotten our bet . " The crowd stirred , their attention sharpening . " Tessa , don't push it . We're all classmates . There's no need to take things so far ," one of Queenie's teammates tried to reason . " Yeah , let it go . " . Tessa raised an eyebrow . " Integrity matters . Queenie , you made the terms yourself . Or are you saying you're the kind of person who doesn't honor their word ? " Ysabel scoffed , stepping in . " Funny how they only talk about letting it go ' now . If Tessie had lost , do you think they'd show the same mercy ? " " Queenie bit her lip hard , tears stinging her eyes . The thought of kneeling and begging for forgiveness in front of everyone was unbearable . C " What's the problem , Queenie ? Weren't you full of confidence just a moment ago ? " Tessa's voice remained detached , but her piercing gaze demanded compliance Queenie's pride crumbled under the weight of the crowd's judgment . Slowly , she sank to her knees . " I'm sorry , " she muttered , her voice barely audible . S " Speak up . I can't hear you , " Ysabel demanded , her tone cutting . " I'm sorry ! " Queenie shouted , her voice cracking as tears rolled down her cheeks . At that moment , Winona appeared , her expression cold and disapproving . She rushed to Queenie's side , pulling her to her feet . " Tessa , you've gone too far . " Queenie clung to Winona , sobbing uncontrollably . " I'll take care of this , Queenie . Let's get you back to class , " Winona said, her voice soothing as she escorted . the humiliated girl away . Tessa , unfazed , watched them leave , her indifference unwavering . As the scene unfolded , York approached the court , having witnessed everything . Queenie saw him and , in a burst of desperation , ran to him . " Yorkie , you saw it ! Tessa - she's a monster ! She humiliated me in front of everyone ! " York looked at her coldly , stepping back to create distance . " Queenie , I already told you . This has nothing to do with Tessa . I like her . Stop bothering her , or I won't hold back next time . " The words hit Queenie like a slap , her sobs turning into a choking silence as York walked away , his eyes , 2/3 17:07 Wed , Apr 16 G O Chapter 22 : The Reckoning focused solely on Tessa . 75 % +5 Free Coins 3/3 Wed , Apr 10