Chapter 19 No Help Chapter 19 No Help 462 410 Free Coins After managing the issues with the Larks , Wylie took the team out for a celebratory dinner , welcoming at new member to the squad . While Azalea enjoyed herself , the mood among the Larks was decidedly less cheerful . With Skyler off in another city for a filming project and unable to join , the rest of the family gathered . Cassius shared recent events concerning Azalea . Ivy's anger flared , " Azalea really is getting out of line , daring to argue with you ? " Her concern was not for her daughter's well - being or her homelessness ; instead , she was upset about Azalea's boldness in confronting her eldest brother . Wesley , visibly irritated , scoffed , " She's become very bold , even sending a letter to sever ties with me in the hospital . " He had expected her to return home within a few days , but Azalea continued to defy expectations . Wesley clenched his teeth in frustration , " Since when did she become so defiant ? " As Bastian listened to his family's harsh words and criticism , he was at a loss for words . He found himself wondering , what exactly had Azalea done wrong ? What had she done wrong ? He felt the family atmosphere was overwhelmingly oppressive . If he were in Azalea's shoes , he doubted he could last even a day , yet she had endured such conditions for three years ! Matthias , who was particularly fond of Sydney among the siblings , was furious upon hearing that Azalea had refused to be Sydney's stand - in . He wished he could instantly appear by Azalea's side to give her a stern reprimand . Cassius expressed his frustration , " It's because you all secretly gave her pocket money . Otherwise , she wouldn't have been able to afford rent after leaving home and would've returned much sooner . " It was later revealed by his assistant that after leaving , Azalea had rented a small place in the run - down neighborhood . The supplementary card she had was already blocked , so the money she used must have been the pocket money the family occasionally gave her . Hearing this , Ivy was taken aback , " But your father and I have never given Azalea money , except for the initial welcome home gift . After that , we were worried she'd spend it unwisely , so we didn't give her more than that ." Matthias added , " How could I have given her money ? " His expression showed genuine surprise . Skyler was not there , but even if he were , he was the busiest in the family . If he did not regularly ask for pocket money himself , it was unlikely he would think to give any to his sister , let alone to Azalea . All eyes turned to Bastian , who responded with a bitter smile , " I haven't given her any either ." III 1/4 14:54 Sat , 9 Aug Chapter 19 No Help +10 Fice Colns He had not previously cared as Azalea had always seemed to have everything she needed at home , including access to a supplementary card . The thought had never crossed his mind . Yet , before all of them had established their own careers , the family had provided cach sibling a seven- figure monthly allowance . Now , even though they were financially independent , Sydney's private account never dipped below eight figures . Ivy , now puzzled , asked , " How did she manage to rent a place with no money ? " Sydney chimed in , " Did she take things from home to sell when she left ? " " She stole ! " Wesley exclaimed in anger . He knew this biological daughter , who had recently returned , was not as genuine as Sydney , but he did not expect her to stoop to theft . Bastian felt wearied , " Dad , if something was missing , the housekeeper would've noticed immediately . " Matthias scoffed , " One can never be too vigilant , even at home ." The housekeeper , Harper , finally spoke up , unable to stay silent any longer , " Ms. Azalea had a sponsor named Mr. Quinn while she was in the welfare home . This sponsor continued to support her monthly even after her return , so she likely used that money . " This revelation surprised everyone , revealing how little they truly knew about Azalea's life before she rejoined the Larks . They hardly knew anything about Azalea's life before her return . " And when she left , I saw everything . She only took what she had brought with her , and even the clothes she left in were the same ones she wore when she arrived , " Harper clarified . Everyone was taken aback ; Azalea had left without taking anything from the house - not even a change of clothes . Harper's words made Bastian question whether he could ever truly gain Azalea's forgiveness . Recalling how Azalea had decisively dropped the sapphire crown back at the GOD base , Bastian felt a coldness inside . " Discussing this doesn't solve our current issues . We need to focus on how to handle Sydney's situation . We can't let her be expelled by Jubilee , " Matthias redirected the conversation . Or perhaps , his concern was more about resolving Sydney's problem than Azalea's well - being . Cassius remembered his past instructions to the family about not being lenient with Azalea and wondered if his advice was necessary . He now realized no one in the family truly cared for her . This realization unsettled him . Pushing aside these uncomfortable thoughts , Cassius spoke firmly , " First , we need to find someone who can ensure Sydney stays in Jubilee . But we can't control what outsiders might say , so it's crucial to get Azalea on our side . " " I'll go see Azalea myself tomorrow . I don't believe she can just dismiss her own parents ! " Ivy said indignantly , clutching Sydney for support . O 2/4 Chapter 19 No Help . +10 Free Coins Back at Ashbourne Villa , Azalea received a transfer notification from Hubert . Mr. Lennox texted , " Today's tutoring fee ." Azalea stared at the amount transferred- one thousand per hour . Was Hubert calculating it from the time she met Wylie until she returned to Ashbourne Villa ? She immediately initiated a refund . Azalea replied , " Mr. Lennox , I didn't teach Wylie anything today . I can't accept this tutoring fee . " Mr. Lennox texted back , " It doesn't matter what you taught . If Wylie says it's fine , then you must accept it ." Was it a hobby for the wealthy to insist on giving away money ? Azalea was both puzzled and shocked . She had not agreed to tutor Wylie solely for the money . She definitely could not accept this fee , especially since she was still hoping for him to invest in her project . " Perhaps I can consider this as rent since I'm staying at your place ," she suggested . Realizing she truly did not intend to keep the money , and considering the upcoming competition was just a week away with its own substantial prize money , Hubert conceded since she was living under his roof . " Fine . " After ending the conversation with Hubert , Azalea got ready for bed and then switched her study materials from the first to the second semester of high school . She could not afford to waste any time now . She has training at GOD tomorrow and the competition next Saturday . Winning was her only option ! Meanwhile , at the Larks ' residence . Sydney knocked on Bastian's door . " Bastian , have I done something to upset you? It seems like you've been distant lately ," Sydney asked cautiously , her eyes filled with confusion . Bastian looked at his adopted sister , his feelings conflicted . Although he was starting to see that Sydney might not be as innocent as she seemed , he found himself unable to be harsh with her . Sighing , Bastian gently patted her head , attempting to reassure her , " Sydney , you're overthinking things . How could I possibly dislike you ? I'm just preoccupied with concerns about Azalea ." He paused , his expression distant , " I'm just struggling with how to interact with you lately … " Unbeknownst to Bastian , a flicker of resentment briefly crossed Sydney's face . She was painfully aware that as long as Azalea remained involved , she posed a constant threat . 3/4 ||| O 14:54 Sat , 9 AUG Chapter 19 No Help +10 Free Coins With a calculated smile , Sydney shifted the conversation , " Bastian , don't worry too much . Azalea is just having a moment . Mom plans to talk to her tomorrow , and I'm sure she'll come back home ." " I hope so , " Bastian muttered , his voice tinged with uncertainty . " Oh , Bastian , do you think I could join your team for the upcoming competition ? I'd love to experience the esports atmosphere firsthand , " Sydney asked , her tone tentative . Previously , she would have expected an immediate yes , but now she sensed hesitation . Bastian paused , taken aback by the request . 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