Chapter 506

Samantha's heart raced when she realized Helen had caught up to her. She was determined not to let Helen surpass her. But her focus on Helen threw off her rhythm, and it caused Samatha to slip two steps while climbing. "Go, Helen! Hurry up and pass Samantha!" Callie shouted from below. Helen looked up and grabbed onto the left corner. Then, she stepped up with her right foot. Her pace was steady, and her endurance was impressive. Soon, she overtook Samantha and reached the top first. "Yay! Helen, you're amazing!" After Helen reached the top, Samantha made it up as well. By now, her arrogance had vanished, and she reluctantly admitted defeat. "I lost," she said. Helen simply nodded and remarked, "We probably don't need to compete in the final round, right?" "No, we don't. I underestimated you this time. But I won't give up. Someday, I'll surpass you." "We'll see about that," Helen replied. She paused briefly before saying. "But aren't you supposed to keep your promises?" Sam