Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism novel Chapter 215

"Pretty impressive."

At the tennis court.

After training, Violeta wiped the light sweat from her forehead with a towel.

Kaylee handed over a bottle of water from the side. "Vio, here you go."

"Thanks."

"Psh, what's there to thank for."

Kaylee walked in. "They're giving a speech in the auditorium again. Zelena and Hattie must be feeling pretty pleased with themselves."

Violeta took a sip of water, sat on the bench, and rolled up her pants legs to let them breathe. Her slender legs were fair-skinned, and even the veins at her ankles were visible.

"They deserve to feel pleased when it's their time."

Kaylee said, "If Nolan hadn't invited you first, they wouldn't have been invited."

Violeta countered, "It's not about who Nolan invited. Even if Nolan had invited me, they still would have gone."

If Violeta had gone alone, Zelena and Hattie wouldn't have let it slide so easily. Who knows what trouble they would have stirred up?

It was better to let them attend. Besides, Violeta could have been more eager to step onto the stage herself.

Kaylee nodded after thinking about it. "True, they can't stand your success. Focus on practicing before the championship and go win that gold medal."

"Yeah."

Violeta took off her jacket, revealing an emerald bracelet on her wrist.

Kaylee immediately noticed the bracelet and couldn't see its beauty. "Vio, your bracelet is so gorgeous!"

Violeta glanced at her wrist and smiled. "My mom bought it for me while travelling in Verdancia."

Kaylee exclaimed, "It's so pretty! Can I take a closer look?"

Violeta carefully removed the bracelet and handed it over. Kaylee accepted it delicately, mindful of its value. Emeralds were pricey, so she handled them carefully to avoid damage.

The emerald's glassy bottom revealed almost imperceptible flaws, its intricate structure visible only upon close inspection. Floating within were three colours of delicate flowers, lending it a nearly ethereal quality.

"The emerald is so beautiful, I can see why it must be valuable. I'll be extra careful not to break it," Kaylee remarked, returning the bracelet to Violeta.

Violeta replied, "Of course, it's emerald."

Kaylee returned the bracelet, speaking familiarly to Violeta, "Obviously, you wouldn't wear glass."