Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism novel Chapter 288

Since Violeta hadn't attended classes this semester, special considerations were made for her exams.

Violeta insisted, "It's fine; I can take the exams."

The counsellor responded, "No need to push yourself."

Violeta smiled gently and said, "I'm not."

Despite not attending classes, she felt confident about the exams.

The exams had two components: continuous assessment, where teachers graded based on various aspects.

Secondly, there was a written test.

Though Violeta had missed classes due to filming, she had full marks for continuous assessment. All that remained was the written exam.

Despite her filming schedule, she didn't want to delay graduation.

While she could have used connections to pass, she insisted on taking the exam herself, proving her determination and integrity.

...

As Violeta was leaving the school, she saw Zelena walking towards her with Gillian.

From a distance, Zelena noticed Violeta walking alongside Kaylee.

Just as they were about to pass each other, both stopped in sync.

Violeta's calm gaze met Zelena's. She smiled and said, "Violeta, it's nice to see you back from filming.

Have you visited the Breeze? The snacks there are quite good. Maybe I'll take you there sometime.

Violeta's expression remained unchanged, her tone steady. "I have. There are many customers, and I don't like crowds. Save your money on bribing the subject teachers."

Zelena chuckled and admitted, "Indeed, there are more customers at my shop compared with your coffee shop. You won't be upset that I took some of your customers away, will you?"

It was certain that the Sunset Cafe's revenue had decreased over the past few months because of the Breeze's influence.

Zelena aimed to provoke Violeta.

But Violeta didn't take the bait. Instead, she calmly said, "Zelena, just as people are ranked, so are shops."

Zelena struggled to retort.

"Your tactic is lousy."

With that, Violeta walked away with Kaylee.

Zelena was quite angry. She turned and glared at Violeta's retreating figure.

Gillian huffed indignantly and said, "What does she mean? Does she think those who eat snacks are lowly? What a poor character!"

...

Violeta had a short rest at home.

In the afternoon, she went out for lunch with Zoren.

He was the only one who joined her. Liam was working at his family company, and Jasper had gone to Wiltonshire a month ago.

Zoren was the only one with plenty of free time. He was busy with charity work, driving around the city with his tennis club friends to rescue stray animals.

"Zoren, I've really changed my opinion of you."