Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism

Chapter 24

Chapter 24 The Malicious Sibling Impoverished and Arrogant, Scornful of Others

Violeta didn't really need anyone or teams to ace the mission Although Kaylee tagged along. her acquiescence didn't extend to embracing others

Confronted with their invitations, Violeta remained indifferent Soon, everyone slapped the label on her again-The Malicious Sibling Impoverished and Arrogant, Scomful of Others

Standing alongside Violeta, Kaylee whispered, Do you think we can snag a good ranking? Hey, but don't worry, I've been training het twont hold you back. I promise!"

Despite her previous tendency to slack off during training, a week of mingling with Violeta had transformed Kaylee into a dedicated hard worker, and her physical fitness was now quite good. Violeta replied casually, "Just do your best."

She didn't lack fifty thousand and certainly not a spot in a single-person dormitory.

Violeta could've easily opted out of military training, but she didn't want to be the odd one out; she aimed to stroll down the path she had missed in her past life, savoring experiences she had overlooked. Zelena casually spilled the beans about securing a single-person dorm, causing a stir among the others. "Wow, Lena, you've already snagged a single-person dorm? That's awesome! I'm so jealous!" Blushing, Zelena said, "Oh, it's no big deal. My parents were concerned about my living conditions and got me a solo dorm. Though I've actually been looking forward to being roommates with everyone!" Hearing her words, everyone felt a twinge of envy, eager to shower Zelena with praise for her perks.

Zelena reveled in the compliments, feeling pleased with herself. As the free team formation time concluded, everyone lined up once again.

The chief instructor announced, "We've got a little surprise for tonight's training. We've invited four members fro

the team that set the record in the last weightlifting mountain exercise to cheer you on. Let's give them a warm welcome!"

Four guys in regular clothes stepped onto the stage, with the one in a black casual jacket standing out under the spotlight.

The crowd erupted into applause at the sight of them

Clap, clap, clap, clap-

"They're all so good-looking! How crazy is that!"

"It's our school senior, Hayden!"

Look, it's Heydent

Jasper from the Computer Science

air, echoing loudly

familiar with them. And in this gathering of freshmen navigating military training, it

Hayden, hailed as the campus

watched Hayden on the stage

collided in the air Violetas publis contracted

when she focused again, Hayden had already withdrawn his gaze, holding the microphone on stage, recounting his

voice was delightful, a twenty-year-old with a clear, naturally captivating tone-smooth

passed, Violete directed her attention again

Individually, they were absolute standouts. Yet their auras were subtly overshadowed when standing next to Hayden The realization dawned

echoed, thunderous applause erupted again from

assigning the remaining students, bringing two

into Violeta's group.

concealed their surprise during the grouping but wore

I don't want to be in her group! Can you reassign me to another

"If you want to join another group, talk to the

"You're being so extra, seriously. Go cause trouble somewhere else would you?!"

"Did I even mention you? if

stepping aside to pack

suddenly appeared in her lowered line of

It was Haydens

asked. "How did

"Hey, we're here too, Violeta.

Violeta, indifferent to

"Isn't this a bit

raised his fist in support. "You got this,

smiled, fist bumping him, "Alright, I'll

came over, fist-bumping

He picked up Violeta's fallen hat,

deep voice, he said. "This might be a bit exhausting, but we'll be