Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism novel Chapter 174

Hattie's claims couldn't be proven to Zelena.

But she wasn't worried; she just needed to wait for the hacker's findings.

Then she'd not only learn Violeta's parents' real identities but also uncover some juicy secrets unknown to others.

She would use those information to humiliate her at school!

The campus belle of Toland University, my foot!

"Hattie, Violeta's reputation will be ruined during the college competition."

"How so?"

"You'll see. It'll be a big surprise!"

Hattie didn't know what Zelena had planned, but seeing her confident expression, she figured Zelena must have set a big trap for Violeta. As long as she could see Violeta's embarrassing moment, Hattie would be thrilled.

She tossed a piece of clothing to the nearby shop assistant and said lightly, "Okay, but don't expect me to let you win in the college competition. I'm going for that championship."

Hattie's words reflected Zelena's thoughts, but the latter's ambitions weren't as obvious.

Hattie could say this so openly in front of Zelena only because deep down, she didn't see Zelena as a real competitor.

Although Zelena's family was wealthy, they were only rich in Arlowand; they were nothing in Quinston and couldn't be compared to the Ridge family.

Plus, Zelena didn't have a mother with a significant position in the entertainment industry. So in their 'friendship', they might seem equal, but Hattie had never taken Zelena seriously.

She thought little of her.

Zelena felt a bit annoyed, but it didn't matter.

After all, Hattie was just a tool for her use, so it didn't matter as long as she had the last laugh.

Suppressing her inner annoyance, Zelena said lightly, "Haha, sure.

"I'm not aiming for the championship, anyway. So I'll congratulate you in advance, Hattie."

...

At the internet cafe, after some elimination, Violeta finally narrowed down the middle school Zelena had attended—Skybrook High.

Zelena had studied there for three years. If there were any bullying incidents, all she needed to do was investigate her classmates.

Violeta hacked into the school network and checked the information of Zelena's classmates.

Finally, she focused on a high school sophomore named Shirley Tillery, who had only attended the first half of the semester due to illness.

As Violeta was deeply focused on her investigation, she heard a familiar voice behind her.

"Violeta?"

She turned to see George and was a bit surprised.