Chapter 18 1 Reject Your Apology , and I'll Never Forgive You Chapter 18 1 Reject Your Apology , and I'll Never Forgive You Azalea had been away from home for a week , with no sign of her at the house . He and his eldest brother had visited her school twice to look for clues . At home , Sydney's presence overshadowed Azalea's absence . 4.46 % +10 Free Coins Bastian was shocked to discover that the ultimate reason his brother wanted to track down Azalea was to use her as a proxy for Sydney ! Cassius , learning from his assistant that Azalea had not reached out to him , reacted not with concern but with outrage at her audacity . Thankfully , the police had some leads . The surveillance footage they provided showed Azalea being driven out of the run - down neighborhood , later heading to a park . Late at night , a Rolls - Royce briefly stopped by the park , and then Azalea was seen leaving in a luxury car towards her school . The footage last tracked her to Crestmere Estate . Crestmere Estate is known for its distinctive single - family homes , and notably , shortly after Azalea entered , she was seen following a man towards a riverside villa . " The police have the exact address of this villa , " Bastian noted , looking at his phone . He could not sway his brother's intentions , but he could ensure Azalea's safety upon her return as much as possible . If Azalea knew Bastian's current thoughts , she would likely find it amusing . Freed from the Larks ' oversight , she discovered a new , limitless world . Meanwhile , Sydney , reviewing the surveillance on her phone , tugged nervously at Cassius's sleeve , " Cassius , Azalea wouldn't do anything reckless , / would she ? " Cassius's expression darkened immediately . He had assumed Azalea was overstepping her bounds , but now , reflecting on the footage , he speculated she might have clung to some rich man shamelessly ! Bastian's face drained of color not because he believed Azalea would disgrace herself , but because he feared they had driven her to desperation . As an older brother , he blamed himself ! Meanwhile , in the training room on the third floor of the GOD headquarters . Azalea had just defeated every member of GOD except for the support player , sparing the coach no mercy . The support player , Lachlan , looked on in awe , " Captain , who's stronger , you or Phoenix ? " Wylie smirked , " Why not take a guess ? " Lachlan chuckled nervously , momentarily forgetting the captain's unique approach to team selection . It appeared not only that he had lost , but it was not his first loss either ! ||| O 1/4 14:54 Sat. 9 Aug Chapter 181 Reject Your Apology , and I'll Never Forgive You +10 Free Coins Unaware of the imminent arrival of the Larks , Azalea continued to dominate on the virtual battlefield . " I did some digging ; this villa belongs to that Lennox boy . He turned it into the team's base last year , " Cassius explained , his face stern . Was it possible that a woman like Azalea was now part of an esports team ? Mingling with a group of men , what untoward activities might she be involved in ? Sydney gasped , " Oh my , has she been living here with all these boys ? Isn't that … a bit improper ? " Her comment hung in the air , darkening Cassius ' mood further . " Azalea isn't like that ," Bastian quickly countered . It was the first time Sydney had been so bluntly challenged . The smile froze in her eyes , and she looked hurt . " I'm sorry … " However , Bastian was too preoccupied with the thoughts of Azalea to entertain her act . Without another word , he strode forward to knock on the door . This was also a new experience for Sydney ; before she could process it , resentment bubbled within her . Azalea , even now , how does she manage to stand so tall ? Cassius gently patted her head , " I will take care of it ." Sydney looked up at him and smiled sweetly , " Thank you , Cassius . " As the trio was admitted by the maid in charge of the team's daily needs , they found a crowd of teenagers descending the stairs , all buzzing around Azalea with questions about her gaming strategies . " Azalea ! " Cassius observed the scene , his irritation mounting . Wasn't she supposed to be pleading with him to take her home by now ? " What are you doing ? " Azalea looked at the trio with a mix of surprise and irritation , then scowled . " Mr. Cassius , since when do my actions concern you ? " Her sharp tone caught Cassius off guard , fueling his anger . " Is that how you speak to your big brother ? " " Big brother ? Are you really worthy of that title ? " Azalea snapped back , her patience wearing thin . " I've left you alone , so why do you keep hounding me ? " Her frustration was palpable ; the very fact that the Larks had managed to track her down was astounding . Azalea was fed up . If it were up to her , she would never see the Larks again . Cassius , seething with rage and feeling a slap was warranted , restrained himself . " Have you forgotten all the manners we taught you ? " " Manners ? I grew up without parents , and when I finally had them , they might as well have been dead . What manners are you talking about ? " Azalea retorted . O J 2/4 14:54 Sat , 9 Aug Aug Chapter 18 1 Reject Your Apology , and I'll Never Forgive You +10 Free Coins " If you're just here to lecture me , you might as well leave because I'm not listening to any of your nonsense . " Azalea's blatant disrespect left Cassius speechless . Bastian was heartbroken ; she used to be so compliant … Yet remembering why they came , Cassius bit back his fury . " I'm willing to overlook your past actions . Come back home with me . " Azalea's laughter in response was bitter . " Forgive me ? As if I care whether you do ! " Her eyes then darted to Sydney , her smile widening as she figured out the real reason behind their visit . Despite not having spoken , the members of GOD stood by , their loyalty to Azalea evident . Esports was like that . After a few games , they would all come to see Azalea as one of their own . They would not just stand by if she was threatened . Especially since she was the youngest and affectionately known as Phoenix , it was natural for the older team members to want to protect their younger sister . Lachlan , who had been at the front , now stood slightly to the side , showing a protective stance toward Azalea . Sydney , under Azalea's knowing gaze , shifted uncomfortably , feeling as though Azalea could see right through her . " Are you here to get my help before you get kicked out ? " Azalea asked with a sly grin . How did she know about that ? Sydney was taken aback . How did Azalea know about her impending ousting from Jubilee ? Panic took root in Sydney's heart , a wave of humiliation washing over her . Did Azalea think she was better than her ? " I'll never go back with you , not even if it kills me here ." At this point , Wylie , recognizing that Azalea was now a part of his team and under his guidance , felt compelled to intervene . He could not just watch his team be intimidated . " Isn't it a bit inappropriate for your boss to turn up at our base when you're supposed to be our competitors in next Saturday's finals ? " he challenged . Cassius might have considered using force to take Azalea back if she were alone , but Wylie's presence made him reconsider . Bastian felt a knot in his stomach ; Azalea clearly was not ready to forgive them . Cassius was about to speak again when he was interrupted , " Cassius , we should leave . It's really not right . for us to stay . " 3/4 O T 14:54 Sat Aug Chapter 18 I Reject Your Apology , and I'll Never Forgive You Sydney hesitated to leave : the shift in Bastian's attitude towards her was unsettling . She needed to be more careful . +10 Free Coins . Why did Azalea always seem to land on her feet ? Kicked out of the Larks and yet finding a way to rise with Wylie ? She could not accept that the Larks and Wylic might belong to Azalea instead of her . Cassius and Sydney were the first to leave , while Bastian lingered , managing a strained smile at Azalea . " Can we talk , just the two of us ? " Azalea walked up to him , curiosity in her gaze . " This is for you , " Bastian said , handing her the sapphire crown she had returned . She took it , turning it over in her hands . Bastian's expression brightened slightly . " I want to apologize for everything that's happened in the past three years . " Azalea lowered her gaze , her hair obscuring her expression , masking any visible emotion . From Bastian's angle , all he could discern was her shoulders shaking slightly , and a sound that was a curious blend of sobbing and laughter emanating from her . " I .. " B - Bastian , I … Haha ! " Suddenly , Azalea looked up , laughter escaping her , " Bastian , did you really think I would be moved ? Bastian , have you finally realized that I wasn't behind those vile acts ? " With a flick of her wrist , the sapphire crown slipped from her grasp , crashing to the floor and scattering . " I've apologized countless times , when did you ever forgive me ? " So , I reject your apology , and I'll never forgive you ! " ||| Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!