Thirteen Years Later, Two Blue Competition Badges Answered Every Question

She paused to breathe.

“Or altering the official competition schedule.”

Arthur kept polishing his wire-rimmed glasses with a small microfiber cloth.

“We have a documented conflict of interest.”

“Vanessa is married to the primary sponsor,” Claire said.

“Exactly,” Arthur said.

“Which means we have grounds for an official appeal the moment they open the doors.”

Claire looked at the printed page.