Chapter 22 Raymond pressed his tongue against his back molars , clicked his tongue , and tossed the binoculars onto the side table . He grabbed hist coat from the chair , put ΠΠ , and strode out . Damian was left speechless , thinking . Isn't it said that Raymond , as the heir of the Harrington family , is refined and graceful , with impeccable manners ? Where did all that grace go ? " As night fell , the lights on both sides of the dam road lit up at the same moment . The lights illuminated the winding road on either side of the dam , and the six cars lined up with their headlights on . The drivers adjusted their outfits and got into their cars , waiting for the signal to start . Veronica hadn't gotten into her car yet . She patted Isabel's shoulder and said , " Bella , don't stress . I've got this . " Veronica felt that since she had agreed to help the Gorman family , she would give it her all . Isabel was deeply touched . Though it seemed like just a small favor , everyone knew this favor came with a deadly risk . When the Gorman family's rival suggested settling the ownership of the casino with a race , the Gormans had initially refused . But after being pushed and pressured by their united opponents , they were forced to accept the challenge . The roads on both sides of the reservoir were winding and steep , with weathered stone walls inside and steep cliffs and the deep , bottomless reservoir outside . Driving during the day required great caution . Now , with the race set at night , it was no exaggeration to say that it felt like having a knife to their throats . A single mistake could cost them their lives . Before the race , Isabel could comfort herself with the fact that Veronica's racing skills were world - class . But now that it was time to start , she felt nothing but dread No matter how good Veronica was , it had been two years since she last competed in a major race . Plus , she was only twenty years old . Isabel grabbed Veronica's hand . " Ronie , you don't have to race . I don't need the casino's ownership . " Along with that , the Gorman family would have to leave Vellas for good . However , Isabel hadn't told Veronica this part . Veronica's eyes widened slightly . Just then , Jayla , on the track next to Veronica's , overheard Isabel's words and scoffed , " Your sponsor already gave you a way out . What are you waiting for ? Hurry up and get out ." Jayla thought , Otherwise , I can't promise I won't take Veronica's life in this race ! Veronica firmly grasped Isabel's noticeably stiff hand and smiled at Jayla , " If your driving skills were even a tenth as good as your trash talk , you wouldn't be losing so badly every time , loser . " Jayla snapped , " What did you just say ? " Veronica sneered . She patted Isabel's arm , put on her helmet , and got into the car , Jayla , clearly frustrated , put on her own helmet and climbed into her car . Even through the glass , Veronica could feel the hateful glare from Jayla Veronica turned to face Jayla and flashed a smirk , mouthing silently . " Good luck , loser . " Then , she popped two pieces of gum into her mouth and focused on the road ahead . Jayla was nearly boiling with rage . What she hated most was Veronica's calm , confident demeanor , no matter what she was doing Jayla felt like she was the one on the verge of exploding compared to Veronica . " You'll see . You won't live to see the next day , " Jayla spat angrily , With the sound of the referee's whistle , the three teams - representing the three major families - raced off together . As expected , Jayla , one of the top drivers , and Veronica , the former World Rally Championship winner , immediately took the lead , leaving the other four cars behind as they sped ahead in unison . Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!