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.

number, discreetly sprinkled the laxatives inside while no one was looking,

no one had noticed, she quickly left the

wasn't long before Zelena returned. Hattie looked puzzled and asked, "You're back so soon.

"I just

further. She cast a quick glance at Benson, who sat beside her, a touch of worry visible in her expression. "Benson, have

observed him and asked, "Hattie, is Benson

school. They're always picking on him. Benson can't cope

wasn't easy for anyone to endure such intense physical punishment.

was aware that Liam's group targeted

couldn't speak out on

secured the same resources for them as Liam. The price for this privilege was that they couldn't easily return to Quinstor in the

it would waste all

throat and said, "I'm alright, just need

the couch.

that, she

came back soon with a glass of water

on her phone as she waited for the upcoming

Nolan walked in

to check if Violeta had finished registering, but he spotted Zelena

greeted Nolan, "Nolan, it's a surprise

the others, as he couldn't imagine her

here

time, and I'm here today to put my skills to the test. I aim to secure a respectable

that, he promptly made his

perplexed as