Chapter 15 The day 2
and tenacity, becomes the driving fares for the Eagle team.
He scored a series of remarkable points, captivating the audience with his breathtaking moves.
Edward began to show his true colors, disregarding the people in attendance, as soon as he realized Jeff was going to hit thirty points.
His attempts to hurt Jeff fail because of the Eagles' unbreakable accordance.
And so, the Eagles ultimately emerge.
as the worthy champions, shocking the audience who had predicted the Sparrows! win.
Had Edward not been aiming for Jeff; the Sparrows would have prevailed.
The Eagles have 100 points, while The Sparrows have 98.
Jeff scored the final points of the game ‘with an overall total of 31 points.
He outshined Jeff and now Edward has to fulfil his wish.
Feeling triumphant, Jeff left the field to change. He went to the locker, where he saw Edward and Tonia standing side by side.
As they talked, Tonia appeared upset about something. Edward, seeing Jeff, stormed out of the room with a look of indignation on his face.
Attempting to avoid making eye contact with Tonia, Jeff passed by her.
"ou are not allowed here." But Tonia took a stab at it and gave him acall she had never given him before.
TefL.!! She called again, her voice soft and honeyed, "Jeff." Her voice caused Jeff to halt in mid- step, as it evoked memories buried deep within him.
Jeff believed he was not the kind of person to linger on romantic feelings and that he could get over his feelings for her.
But when Tonia softly called his name,
it made him shudder. - "Can we talk?" She asked. "For a brief moment only. I will be done with you quickly." Jeff faced her with a hostile expression in his eyes, but there was also a hidden ‘emotion there.
He answered, "Just a minute." “I'm sorry but I need to ask you for a favor," Tonia said. "Could you kindly clarify that it was you who ended things between us?" When Jeff realized what Tonia had said, his heart fell. An unseen knife seemed to stab his heart, but he chose not to reveal his true feelings.
“I assume you believe I am easily handled?" Jeff laughs. "You think you can use my feelings for you to get what you want? What a phony!" Tonia's face twisted sorrowfully as her eyes grew wide with shock" I. 1." "eff!" Avoice called Jeff's name before Tonia could say anything more.
Another voice said, "That was an amazing!" ‘Tonia was not even able to comprehend what was happening when she saw someone leap on Jeff and give him a tight embrace.
"Jeff, you did an amazing job!" Jamie
yelled, her voice full of enthusiasm: Jeff was completely taken aback when Jamie hugged him; he never expected it. Observing Tonia's dumbfounded expression, he chose to comply.
With a murmur of gratitude, he hugged Jamie. "1 appreciate it, Jamie." ‘With a beaming smile on his face, Liam also embraced the hug. Edward will undoubtedly win the competition if he keeps showcasing his abilities in this manner, and if he does, he will not have to worry about the Hemsworth family.
Liam remained unaware of Jeff's family, and he refrained from
inquiring to avoid giving Jeff the wrong" impression.
"Did you see Edward's face? He's regretting it now! Serves him right...
Who's this?" Liam noticed Tonia who was left alone in her world.
Jamie pulled Jeff out of the hug and looked at Tonia. "Who is she? Do you know her?" Jamie questioned, curiously glancing at Tonia.
Jeff said, apathetically introducing himself, "Oh guys, meet Tonia." "Wait what?! That Tonia? The Tonia that..." With shock evident on his face, Liam answered.
"Yes, that Tonia." - Unaware of the situation, Jamie glared atthem both and demanded explanations. "What Tonia? What are.
you guys hiding from me? Is she Jeff's girlfriend?" "Nope, my ex-girlfriend" Jeff replied, not wanting to delve deeper into their relationship. "Let's leave first, I will.come back for party later." They left the Venue, leaving Tonia alone.