Later, Zoey messaged the leader of the paid voters, “Why couldn’t your team surpass Sophia’s votes? You let Sophia have another chance!”

The leader replied, “You only gave us a five-minute warning. We did our best. But I’ve already planned for the next round. We won’t lose in the final vote!”

Zoey pressed on, “Boost the numbers, spare no cost. We must close that gap in the next round!”

She was confident that Sophia wouldn’t stand a chance!

Zoey looked at Bianca, feeling ...