Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism

Chapter 15 Specially Customized for Him

Visdets pondered briefly before nodding "Sure, let's go together

Seeing that Violeta agreed, Hayden turned to Jasper, "You driver"

Jasper replied, "Okay"

Then, Violeta and three guys waited at the campus' west gate for Jasper to get his car

Zoren was fooling bored. He asked Violeta, "Vio, will you join a club?"

Violeto replied immediately, "No."

"Your four years here will be dull then

Violeta fell silent

In her previous life, she was too busy working to earn tuition fees and did not have time to Waste on social activition. Hut in this life.

Perhaps I should join a club to rewind.

What club did Zelena join in my previous life? Was it tennis?

Yes, she joined the tennis club because Nolan was in it

The tennis club in the most popular club at Toland University. Those who joined were either. campus celebrities or affluent heirs, each with parents holding high positions in Quinston. There was a saying in Toland University that even if you could only be a ball picker in the tennis club, it would still be worth it.

Violeta looked at the three guys beside her and asked, "Are you guys also in the tennis club?"

Hayden asked, "Also?"

"Just curiousVioleta replied.

Liam said, "We're all in the tennis club Jasper is the club president."

"Vio, why don't you join the tennis club? We can help you skip the usual process. You don't have to go through a tryout. How about that?" Zoren suggested

Every year, many people sought to join the tennis club, but only around thirty were selected, highlighting the difficulty of the selection process.

People hoped to join the tennis club because the members were affluent and influential: Moreover, the tennis club boasted the best perks at Toland University.

It had luxurious training facilities with exclusive lounges and training areas. The annual competitions also came with substantial rewards, making the Tennis Society the most sought-after club These perks lured many to yearn for membership, seeing it as an opportunity to expand their connections, ensuring job security upon graduation.

Thus, the club had a challenging selection process. Entry into the club was determined through a quarter-final elimination, disqualifying many rookies during the initial stages.

Hayden and the other guys assumed Violeta could not play tennis and thought she would only be a decorative member if she joined the club. Still, that was fine with them. After all, she was well-connected. The club would happily have her even if she could not play

"The tennis club sounds interesting. All right, I'll give it a try. But why should I get in through connections? I want to pass the tryout fair and square, Violeta said with determination.

Zoren: "I admire your determination, but can you play tennis? Your petite stature suggests you're not a sporty person. I advise you not to be stubborn. The newcomers who make it to the finals through elimination rounds are strong."

As the tennis club had to compete with other universities, members must have decent skills. The skill level of Toland University's tennis club members was comparable to that of national athletes, indicating the challenge.

Violeta retorted, "Don't underestimate me!"

At this moment, Hayden spoke up, "It's okay. You can join the cheerleading squad if it doesn't

work out."

Zoren asked, "Hade, does our club even have a cheerleading squad?"

The tennis club has very few female members. How can we form a cheerleading squad?

Hayden narrowed his eyes subtly and answered in a deep voice, "No, but we can create one."

Zören was rendered speechless.

D*mn, does he mean that if Violeta fails the tryout, we will create a cheerleading squad and arrange for her to join? That's incredible!

Although this has never been done before, knowing Hayden, it seems plausible.

While they were talking, Jasper had arrived in his car.

After getting in the car, Zoren said eagerly to Jasper: "Jas, reserve a spot for Vio in the club's recruitment this year."

Jasper responded as he drove, "Why? Does she want to join the tennis club? Sure, she can join straightaway without going through the tryout."

Violeta, sitting in the back, overheard this and leaned forward. "No shortcuts. I want to go through the tryout and get admitted through the normal process." Witnessing Violeta's determination, they chose not to argue further. However, when the time came for tryout, it would be up to them whether to go easy on her.

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They soon arrived at the Carom Clubs

The place had a minimalist décor, different from what Violeta had imagined. Before coming here, she thought that the largest entertainment center in Quinston would have a luxurious or extravagant interior

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Upon entering, a dedicated attendant guided them to the billiards room. The third floor of the Carom Club was entirely devoted to billiards and divided into private rooms and an open space. The private rooms were charged by the hour, and the monthly fee was steep.

The attendant knew the four guys well. After all, yden had been a regular customer here. for years, renting a private room monthly or yearly. He had rented the most exclusive room on the third floor so frequently that it became his domain.

This was their headquarters. They had never brought a woman here before. Violeta was the first one. Thus, the attendant could not help but take a few more glances at Violeta when he led them into the

room.

Violeta entered the room and looked around.

Meanwhile, Hayden and his companions commenced their preparations, selecting billiards. cues from the numerous expensive custom-made ones hanging on the wall.

Hayden took off his jacket, revealing a loose-fitting light gray T-shirt beneath. Its collar was low enough to show his neck and the faintly visible lines of his collarbone. He casually rolled up his sleeves and walked to the wall.

"Help me choose one."

"Huh?" Violeta was momentarily taken aback. She glanced at Hayden before pointing to a pink and purple billiards cue on the wall. "Is this a Daisy Duck color scheme?"

The cue Violeta pointed at had a purple tip and a pink handle with a bowtie. Hayden was slightly stunned.

Liam, also selecting a cue nearby, overheard Violeta's words and chuckled. "Hayden has never used this cue, haha. It was a gift from his mother for his eighteenth birthday. It's a specially customized limited- edition cue and the only one of its kind worldwide."

"I see, that explains it. He doesn't strike me as someone who would appreciate this color scheme. Well, since it's never been used, let's give it a try today," Violeta remarked.

Hayden regretted asking her to choose a cue for him.

Sensing his reluctance, Violeta fluttered her lashes, saying, "You're not thinking of backing out, are you? Once a man gives his word, it's unseemly to retract. If you back out now, I'll tease you about it for the rest of your life."

"Alright, then I'll use this one."

Hayden took down the purple and pink custom-made cue from the wall.

The two guys beside him burst into laughter.

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"Hahaha, I recall Hayden saying he would never use this cue, even if it meant his death! Today, he's completely gone back on his words!"

"Thinking about it, it's obvious. Vio's a girl, so of course she would choose this one!