Sweet May-December Marriage

Chapter 76 I Promised You

Chapter 76 I Promised You

Charlotte finally looked up and said seriously, "If it hurts, you can scream. I won't laugh at you."

Andrew insisted, "I won't scream."

But the next second -

"Ah -!"

With swift precision, Charlotte reconnected the bone for Andrew, who was writhing in pain.

Standing up, Charlotte advised, "Later, go to the medical office and get some medicine to apply. Avoid water, spicy food, and strenuous exercise. You should recover in two weeks."

Andrew's face turned pale, and he let out a heavy sigh, "Will it affect my basketball playing?"

Charlotte pondered for a moment and said, "No."

Andrew smiled, "Thank you."

He turned to Anthony and said, "I'll go to play later."

Anthony looked at him incredulously, "Are you crazy?"

Charlotte responded ruthlessly, "I'm sorry to inform you that when I said it wouldn't affect your basketball, I meant after you've recovered, not right now."

Andrew forced a smile, "But right now, we..."

Srolanya High School was already in a hopeless situation.

Charlotte also heard many discussions. Since she had just arrived at this school, she didn't have a strong sense of belonging. However, she still felt uncomfortable when hearing those people casually belittling the efforts of these young men.

Cecilia suddenly said, "I remember Nicholas used to play basketball excellently. You guys even wanted him to join the basketball team."

Andrew shook his head and said, "I even offered him the position of captain, but he didn't agree."

Anthony added, "I've asked him many times, but he never responds. It's impossible."

"Nicholas hasn't played basketball for many years," Reagan, who joined the conversation, said sarcastically, "During the beginning of our first year in high school, he played basketball at school and missed seeing his mother for the last time."

"He won't go on the court," continued Reagan.

Eloise sighed, "Oh no, our school will be laughed at by those bastards from Roblia High School for a long time."

"Probably all people in Seyso will laugh at us," Cecilia shrugged and continued, "It's my fault, to be honest."

"But the most crucial thing is..." Eloise said, "The basketball team will probably receive endless criticism, especially since it already attracts so much attention. If we lose this game, our school's reputation might be at stake."

Suddenly, Reagan said, "Charlotte, you have a good relationship with Nicholas, right? You should convince him to play. He'll definitely listen to you."

Her voice was loud enough for everyone around to hear, and instantly, dozens of girls looked at Charlotte with hopeful eyes.

Charlotte was taken aback and involuntarily took a step back.

Reagan smiled and said, "Charlotte, it's a matter of our school's honor. You should talk to Nicholas."

Charlotte said, "But you said that Nicholas refused to play because of his mother..."

Reagan raised an eyebrow, "That's why I want you to go. If you ask him to play, he's sure to agree." She then changed her tone, "Are you purposely hiding and refusing to go because of the posts on the campus forum? Do you want us to lose the game?"

"I... I'm not."

A girl spoke up loudly, "Charlotte, I apologize to you. Please, please go talk to Nicholas! We really can't afford to lose!"

"Yes, Charlotte! I apologize, too! Please go and persuade Nicholas..."

"Charlotte, do you really want our school to lose the game?"

"..."

Andrew's face turned angry, "Reagan, what do you mean by this?"

Reagan replied innocently, "I'm just speaking the truth."

Eloise's face turned red with anger, "This is clearly moral blackmail! Why do you force Char?"

Everyone knew that Nicholas would get furious whenever his mother was mentioned. Basketball was like a sore spot for him!

Reagan knew this very well, which was why she pushed Charlotte into a difficult situation. If Charlotte didn't go, everyone would blame her for the team's loss. And if she went, Nicholas would definitely become angry with her.

"Because Nicholas treats her differently," Reagan smiled, "If I talk to Nicholas and he listens to me, then I will go."

People around all started persuading Charlotte. Charlotte's face turned pale, and she bit her lip, not knowing how to handle this situation.

Reagan finally felt relieved from the burden she had been carrying, thinking that Vivian was indeed clever. In this way, even if the basketball game was lost, nobody would blame Andrew. It would all fall on Charlotte and Nicholas. What a wonderful plan!

Reagan smiled and said, "Charlotte, the game is about to start. Are you really not going?"

Cecilia frowned, "Reagan, stop!"

Reagan said with a hint of aggrievedness, "I'm just worried."

She lowered her head meekly, but in fact, she was overjoyed.

The people around started to curse when Charlotte didn't move. They all said as if Charlotte had to go and beg Nicholas, and as if once she did, Nicholas would definitely agree.

As long as the consequences didn't fall on one's own head, people would never know how heavy it could be.

If Charlotte didn't go, everyone would regard it as her fault and think that she was selfish. What's more, people would think that she wanted to seek revenge for that viral post, so she deliberately embarrassed the school. People would blame her for the loss.

Amidst the noisy and grating discussions, a clear voice of a young man suddenly rang out, "Playing basketball?"

Everyone turned around and saw Nicholas calmly walking over. Due to his slight nearsightedness, his eyes were slightly squinted, making him appear unapproachable.

Reagan pushed Charlotte forward and said, "Nicholas! Charlotte has something to tell you!"

"Reagan, you..." Eloise was furious, but there was nothing she could do, so she reluctantly said, "Nicholas, Char just..."

"Playing basketball?" Nicholas smiled slightly, "I can try that again."

Reagan was stunned.

Even Cecilia and others looked at him in astonishment.

They all knew that Nicholas had no intention of touching basketball again.

Ignoring their surprise, Nicholas bent down slightly, and whispered in Charlotte's ear, "I can promise you to play in this game, but you have to agree to one of my conditions."

Charlotte looked puzzled.

She thought, "Huh? When did I ask you to play the game? Did I say that? Why should I agree to your condition?"

But Nicholas's willingness to play was undoubtedly great news. Charlotte whispered softly, "Then... what is it?"

Nicholas whispered something in her ear.

Charlotte's earlobes immediately turned red as she turned her head to the side, "I..."

Nicholas said calmly, "As long as you agree, I'm definitely going to win. How about it?"

Charlotte bit her tender lower lip, almost drawing blood, before nodding slightly and saying in a barely audible voice, "Ok..." Content from NôvelDr(a)ma.Org.

Nicholas smiled, patting Charlotte's head. In the instant he turned away, the tenderness on his face faded. He looked at the group of people trying to force Charlotte and said, "Remember, the reason why you don't have to be laughed at by Roblia High School is because of Charlotte."