Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism

Chapter 5 Zoren's Cousin Is Right Up Hayden's Alley

Irene was only twenty-four years old when she gave birth to Niall. She wanted a daughter later on, so she became pregnant and gave birth to Violeta when she was thirty-five. Niall, eleven years older than Violeta, already had a successful career.

When the siblings met for the first time, he embraced Violeta gently while she looked up at him and smiled. Niall patted her head and said, "Vio, I've eagerly awaited your return for many years. Our family is finally reunited now!"

And so, Violeta returned to the White family's loving embrace.

A month and a half later, Quinston's upper-class society was abuzz with the news that the White family's long-lost daughter, who had been mistakenly taken away eighteen years ago, had finally returned! However, the White family was mysteriously keeping their daughter under wraps. Only a select few had seen her so far. Some rumors suggested that the White family's daughter was too unpresentable, which was why the White family had refrained from introducing her to others.

Anton entrusted the Blake family with the project as promised, allowing the Blakes to make a fortune. Furthermore, Anton also sent gifts to the Blake family out of goodwill.

The Blake family received the White family's gifts but didn't think about Violeta. They believed the White family valued them and wanted to establish a good relationship with them, hence the generous gifts. Zelena lived comfortably with the Blake family for a month and a half. She enjoyed everything the Blake family had to offer and discarded Violeta's belongings in her bedroom. Zelena also asked her parents if she could attend Toland University. After some coaxing, they agreed. Mr. and Mrs. Blake had forgotten entirely about Violeta under Zelena's influence. They paid no attention to their adopted daughter, who had already left.

However, Zelena was puzzled and thought to herself. Why hasn't this wench returned? Isn't she coming back? That's impossible. Where else can she go if she doesn't come back? It's alright. If she doesn't return, I'll take the initiative and look for her! In any case, I'll never let her off the hook.

Irene initially wanted to hold a banquet for Violeta, but Violeta declined. Violeta had already experienced a rebirth and no longer cared for these superficial events. She was content just being with her family! Considering that Violeta needed to rest after her car accident, Irene didn't insist and allowed Violeta to relax at home.

day, Irene and Violeta were sunbathing in the backyard. Irene peeled fruits for Violeta and

had always dreamed of becoming an actress. Unfortunately, she was always overshadowed by Zelena in her previous life. She spent several years in the industry as an extra and had no notable achievements. She struggled to make ends

formed cliques and deliberately excluded Violeta. Zelena even spread rumors about Violeta on online forums. Violeta had a

performance. It was a drama with a female lead role, and Violeta could have been an instant hit. However, Zelena meddled and stole Violeta's role. This incident wholly ruined Violeta's first acting opportunity. She struggled in the entertainment industry for a few years and never again got a good role

Zelena secretly exposed Violeta as the Blake family's adopted daughter and revealed herself to be the Blake family's biological daughter. The media criticized and disparaged Violeta mercilessly. They reported that Violeta shamelessly outstayed her welcome after Zelena had returned to the Blake family. Violeta was portrayed as a spiteful older

up, no one listened to her. Zelena's fans would

about those years, she felt like she was in a living nightmare. Zelena had wanted to steal everything from her. In Violeta's past life, Zelena stole everything that belonged to

to her! She no longer desired to be loved by her foster parents, but she would take

graduated from the drama department at Toland University, Vio. I never thought

you, Mom!" Violeta smacked her lips as she ate the fruit and

do you

Violeta nodded, "Mm-hmm."

supported her daughter's desire to become

Vio, I'll fully support you in becoming an actress.

Zoren to do it. Zoren was a junior who was also studying at Toland University and majoring