Chapter 79: Triumph and Aftermath
The tension in the stadium was palpable as murmurs of indignation and satisfaction rippled through the crowd. The crew chief's face blanched as he felt his wrist device vibrate with an incoming message. His fingers trembled slightly as he accessed the holographic display, revealing a terse warning that sent a chill down his spine:
"It seems this game has become your family business, hasn't it? Perhaps the eastern district doesn't need to participate in any basketball games moving forward."
The implications were clear, and fear gripped the crew chief's heart. He could feel beads of sweat forming on his forehead as he frantically considered his options. The weight of the decision bore down on him, threatening to crush his resolve.