Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism

CHAPTER 20

Chapter 20 Mosquito Repellent

Nolan and a few other student council members brought water up the mountain.

Sitting under the tree Violeta recalled her previous life when she had a severe allergic reaction on her face after using Zelena’s sunscreen. Her face had turned ghastly red, and she was too humiliated to face Nolan. She didn’t even dare to get water from him

As a result, she ran out of water and was parched all day. At night, she secretly left her tent to drink tap water. She had suffered tremendously during that period.

This time. Violeta would not allow herself to suffer anymore. She took the initiative to get water from the student council. Seeing her, Nolan immediately handed her a bottle

Thanks. Violeta took the bottle and began to leave

However, Nolan suddenly called out to her, “Hey, wait a minute”

Violeta turned to him again. “What’s the matter?”

Nolan handed her a mosquito repellent. “There will be a lot of mosquitoes when you set up tents on the mountain at night. Take this with you.

Violeta looked at the mosquito repellent in Nolan’s hand and was stunned.

She knew Nolan was a good person. After all, that was why she liked him in her previous life. However, she did not want to repeat the same mistakes.

“Thanks, but I have my own.” Violeta declined the mosquito repellant Nolan offered and left.

The other student union members noticed the mosquito repellent in Nolan’s hand and were confused. “Nolan, where did you get mosquito repellent? We didn’t bring any. Were we supposed to bring it?” Text property © Nôvel(D)ra/ma.Org.

Nolan put the mosquito repellent in his pocket. “No, I brought it by myself,” He had wanted to give it to Violeta, but since she refused, he had no choice but to give up.

At this moment, the beautifully dressed Zelena approached Nolan to get water

Zelena was not short on drinking water. After all, the school provided everyone with ordinary mineral water. Furthermore, Zelena prepared many nutrient–enhanced beverages to replenish her energy Besides, she did not even participate in military training. Why would she need so much drinking water?

However, she needed a chance to get closer to Nolan and approached him to get water.

As expected, several student council members perked up when she arrived. Zelena noticed their admiring gaze and was secretly pleased. She cleared her throat, saying, “Nolan, thank you for lending me your jacket previously. I wouldn’t have known what to do without you.”

Nolan responded awkwardly. “It was nothing.”

Zelena did not leave after receiving the water and kept trying to talk to Nolan. However, he

ignored her. Feeling embarrassed, she could only pretend to chat with the others. In no time, she charmed the student council members with her words.

Meanwhile, Violeta was called to the command room by an instructor.

Si did you call for me?”

“The squad leader wants to see you.”

Violeta turned around.

The squad leader came to her, saying. “Violeta, if you find the military training too difficult, you don’t have to participate anymore.”

Violeta frowned. “But it will be unfair to others if I don’t participate.”

The squad leader replied, “It’s okay. Zelena is also not participating. You only have to submit a medical leave report”

Violeta finally understood how Zelena could maintain a glamorous appearance during

military training while others were dirty and exhausted. It also explained why she disappeared whenever the training started.

So, she submitted a so–called medical leave report! When Zelena returned to the Blake family, her parents took her to the hospital for a full–body examination. How could she possibly be sick?

if Zelena were sick, why would her parents be okay with letting her leave Arlowand and come to Quinston to attend university?

She must have forged a medical leave report!

Violeta was disgusted by Zelena’s behavior. “It’s okay. I can endure the training. However, can you show me the medical leave report Zelena submitted?”

The squad leader had no idea why Violeta wanted to see the report, but he could not refuse Ther request knowing who her father was “Sure, I’ll send it to you later,”

“Okay, thanks”

Violeta left the command center and returned to her team. By then, the student council members were almost done distributing water and were ready to go.

Seeing Violeta, Nolan hesitated briefly before coming over. “Violeta.”

Violeta turned to him. “What’s up?”

Nolan handed her the mosquito repellent again. “I’ve already brought it here. You can have it. If you don’t need it, give it to someone else.”

Violeta did not know what to say. Before she could react, Nolan placed the mosquito repellent in her hand and left.

“Sis, what did Nolan give you just now?” Zelena approached Violeta as she stared dazedly at

the mosquito repellent in her hand

“Is that mosquito repellent? Since you don’t need it, I’ll take it! Zelena swiftly snatched the mosquito repellent from Violeta’s hands, claiming it was her own.

Violeta furrowed her brow. “Give it back to me!”

Zelena was taken aback. “Sis, you gave it to me. It’s bad manners to ask for it back!”

Violeta retorted. “When did I agree to give it to you? And I’ve told you many times, stop calling me ‘Sis.‘ You’re unworthy to call me that.”

“I don’t care. I’m not giving it back, Zelena said through gritted teeth and walked away.

Violeta wanted to chase after her, but the instructor called for assembly. She had no choice but to return to the formation.

On further thought, Violeta decided to let Zelena keep the mosquito repellant. That way, she would not waste time considering how to return it to Nolan. Still, she was puzzled about Nolan’s intention. He had not done this in her previous life.

Perhaps. Who knows?

Violeta was extremely self–conscious in her previous life due to her severe allergic reaction. She had hidden her face from everyone, especially Nolan. It was only after her face was healed that she regained confidence.

Unfortunately, by the time Violeta’s complexion was healed, Zelena had already gained significant popularity among many people. It was too late for Violeta to catch up.

Thinking of these things, Violeta regretted the many missed opportunities in her previous life. This time, she vowed to make amends for everything.

After completing the evening military training, Violeta was exhausted and returned to her tent. Still, she checked her phone and found the squad leader had sent her Zelena’s medical leave report. She read it immediately.

Her reason for medical leave is epilepsy. That’s utter nonsense!

Violeta sneered and saved the report on her phone for future reference.

The following day was another day of military training.

Everyone was sore and exhausted, but Violeta was energetic. She effortlessly caught up with others during the weighted run while carrying a heavy backpack.

Someone behind her asked, “Violeta, how do you have so much energy? Aren’t you tired?”