Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism

Chapter 416 Don't Put on an Act

Hayden, with a resolute expression, asked earnestly, "What do you think of me?"

Having garnered admiration from those older than him, and with Niall also regarding Hayden as trustworthy, Violeta had known him long enough to appreciate his qualities. Violeta offered a slight smile. "You're not bad. You're charming and handsome="

Before she could complete her thought, Hayden interrupted, "I meant as a boyfriend." Violeta blinked in surprise, momentarily stunned by the directness of his confession.

Her reaction was one of confusion, and she asked hesitantly, "What do you mean?"

"I mean, I like you," Hayden declared with confidence.

Despite feeling a twinge of nervousness, Hayden was clear about his feelings and wanted to convey them immediately.

Perhaps the evening's light indulgence in alcohol was the perfect moment for such a revelation.

In her past life, Violeta had never experienced receiving a confession before.

Her initial reaction was one of bewilderment, and she asked, "Are you serious?"

Hayden responded, "Do I look like I'm joking?"

Even if it were a jest, Hayden wouldn't have made such a lame one.

Once Violeta realised Hayden's sincerity, she lowered her gaze slightly, feeling a private thrill at his confession.

this life, she had certainly thought

her exact preferences, finding a compatible

Whites and the Frosts were well-connected families, and

to expressing his feelings before pursuing a relationship. "So, what is it that you like about

things," Hayden replied. "It goes back a

mix-up, with Violeta mistakenly thinking Hayden was

Hayden had found her quite attractive and a bit

they spent more time together, he discovered more of

not someone who acted on impulse. It was only after confirming his feelings that he decided to

his first confession, he

a relationship with Violeta with marriage in

for

just like me for my

played along. "Yes, I'm that

Violeta laughed. "Go away."

only one of you. I'm not just attracted to a pretty face named Violeta, I'm drawn to the entirety of who you are, with all your virtues and

were advantageous, they

faces around them, but only Violeta had

adopted a dramatic

is quite flattering. Thanks. Now, Hayden, you'bhave to wait for

grin, "Alright, I'll wait for your

"What if I were to

for his pride and accustomed to having others accommodate him, might