Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism

Chapter 111 The Final Match

Upon hearing Nolan's recount of Violeta's bold statement, Wade paused momentarily before laughing heartily. "This girl is truly interesting and straightforward. It's refreshing to see such spirit in young people!" Used to the constant superficiality and empty praises, Wade seldom came across genuine honesty and authenticity.

So, he found Violeta's honesty refreshing, and it genuinely delighted him.

His laughter subsided into a smile of anticipation.

"Such confidence from her, I'm eager to see if she can really win."

"I believe so."

"Oh? Have you seen her play before?" Wade asked, intrigued.

Nolan shook his head. "I haven't seen her play chess specifically, but Violeta carries an aura of confidence that seems to assure victory."

As they conversed, Violeta continued to command attention, much like she had during a previous tennis league, where her vibrant presence and every swing of the racket captivated onlookers.

Zelena also made it to the second round.

Violeta showed no signs of the expected diarrhea, making Zelena suspect that Benson accidentally drank the tea laced with laxatives she had intended for Violeta.

Disappointed that Violeta escaped unscathed, Zelena was notably upset.

Zelena was taken aback to discover that Violeta knew how to play chess.

She had always believed that Violeta could not play. When had she learned?

Zelena had invested a lot of effort into mastering chess, watching numerous tutorials, and practicing diligently, all to surpass Violeta.

it seemed Violeta could play as

revelation was hard for Zelena to

sharpening her chess skills

acknowledged that Violeta was always one to keep tricks up her sleeve, and she resolved to

commenced with Violeta at board number

of the previous round, the competitors

was observing the matches on a tablet, pausing to watch Violeta at board

her age. She placed her pieces confidently as if she had already mapped out the entire game

to view

quick

agreed with a nod.

continued to monitor

aggressive style that cornered her opponents,

to the

your youth belies your mastery

the chess pieces. "It's merely good

to do with it; that was

seat at table 2, Violeta's eyes met

a serene gaze

frontrunner of the competition,

history, Violeta anticipated that their paths would inevitably converge in the

true capabilities grew as

progressed, fewer participants advanced. Violeta continued to win match after match, as did Zelena. Eventually, both of them made it to the final round where they would face each other. Zelena reaching

our visit to Toland University? Is she also

she's actually in the same performing arts class as Violeta.

Nolan's comment,