Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism

Chapter 698 Hanging out at Mystique

Liam said, "I've never seen Hade interested in anyone before. I think he's just curious about Violeta right now-probably more interest than actual feelings. But if they do end up together, it wouldn't be bad for your families." Zoren thought about Liam's words for a moment before turning to Jasper, who was still leaning against the railing. "Jas, what do you think?"

Jasper unscrewed his bottle, took a sip, and then casually tossed the empty bottle into the distant trash can with perfect accuracy.

He leaned back against the railing, looking at them.

"I don't know. But if Hade likes her, I think that's great. It's been years he deserves someone by his side. As his friend, I'd be happy for him."

Zoren let out a laugh and walked over to stand beside Jasper.

"Exactly, I feel the same way.

"We've been best friends for so long-I just want someone who understands him."

Liam didn't argue and shrugged. "Fair enough. I've got no problem with that."

Zoren grinned, "Maybe we should invite Vio to join our tennis club. That way, we can all keep an eye on her. After all, she's my cousin, and my mom keeps reminding me to look out for her at school."

He turned to Jasper. "What do you think? You're the club president."

"No problem," Jasper replied.

down at his watch. "It's getting late. Are

shook his head. "Not

and stretched, "Same here, I can't. My mom's been

an eyebrow. "What's going

trouble over in Harbor City. Apparently, my dad

"What?"

choked

looked a little

even be true. My mom hasn't given me all the details, but I'm pretty sure it's real. They're probably getting a paternity test done or something. Right now, they're still over in Harbor

for my sake at least. My mom's not the type to leave, even if this turns out to be true. But whatever, I

"If you

him a nod. "Thanks.

"See you."

as usual. A few of his friends

chatted excitedly about some new girls at

around him, he could hear the guys

cigarette. His dark eyes were partially hidden by the rising smoke. He stayed silent, and no one really knew what was

the glass in anger, no

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