Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism

Chapter 109 The Chess Competition 1

Zelena meticulously examined Violeta's details multiple times on the computer, sensing her own shortcomings in comparison. In this second life, she was resolute in her ambition to outshine her in every

regard.

Chess wasn't Violeta's strong suit, giving Zelena a distinct advantage.

Hattie scoffed, "She's stretching herself thin. Attempting to win Mr. Howell's favour by joining the competition, she's setting herself up for humiliation. Let's witness her stumble on stage!"

Zelena expressed a hint of optimism, "Perhaps she might stumble upon a stroke of luck and emerge victorious?"

Hattie derided, "Luck? Do you believe she's a reincarnated lucky charm?"

Zelena couldn't confirm.

In the depths of her heart, she couldn't help but recall Violeta's stunning performance at the Moon Festival, a memory that still filled her with unease.

She couldn't shake the feeling that this lifetime was different from the past, that Violeta was no longer the same person she once was.

And so, to ensure her plan went off without a hitch this time, she had made some extra special preparations.

"Hattie, I'll go to the restroom first," Zelena said.

"Sure."

Zelena got up and left, heading to the backstage area where the water was. From her bag, she took out a packet of laxatives, a wicked glint flashing in her eyes.

Though she knew Violeta wouldn't play chess, she decided it was best to prevent any unexpected surprises. So, to ensure Violeta wouldn't take the stage at all, she took matters into her own hands. Each table in the chess hall had a designated teapot with a specific number.

table number, discreetly sprinkled the laxatives inside

had noticed, she quickly

Zelena returned. Hattie looked puzzled and asked, "You're back so soon.

"I just

any further. She cast a quick glance at Benson, who sat beside her, a touch of worry visible in her expression. "Benson, have you remembered to take your medicine today?" Benson, who had remained silent

and asked, "Hattie, is Benson

the teachers at school. They're always picking on him. Benson can't

endure such intense physical punishment. The fact that Benson could

Liam's group

despite knowing the truth, Hattie couldn't speak out on his behalf or cause

hard-won by Hannah, who had secured the same resources for them

it would waste all

cleared his throat and said, "I'm

up from the couch. "I'll get

she headed

a

phone as she waited for the

Nolan walked in through

Violeta had finished registering, but he spotted Zelena and her two friends

as she greeted Nolan, "Nolan, it's a surprise

see Zelena and the others, as he couldn't imagine her taking part in the

you here for

to put my skills to the test. I aim to secure a respectable ranking!" Nolan, not one for idle chatter, responded,

his way toward Violeta without

somewhat perplexed