Chapter 4 Condby My Lark Chapter 4 Goodbye , Mr Lark When Ardea came to , the sharp scent of aniseptic filled hey nose . The harsh overhead lights Blurred Buc one another , and it took her a moment to gather her bearings . A hospitall " Azalea , you're finally awake ! " She tuned her head and saw Bastian looking at her with undisguised joy . Just past him stood her so - called father , Wesley . And by the door , Matthias had an arm around Sydney , glancing over occasionally . The irony wasn't lost on her . She was fine - shouldn't they be disappointed ? When Azalea didn't respond , Bastian's smile faltered slightly , his eyes dimming . But he quickly covered it up with that soft , gentle smile . The same smile he'd only ever shown Sydney these past two years . And now he was offering it to her ? What for - sympathy ? Because she'd ended up in the hospital ? She didn't need it . Azalea ducked away from his outstretched hand and pushed herself upright . " If you're here to tell me to apologize to Sydney , don't waste your breath ." Bastian froze . His brows furrowed just slightly . Since when did Azalea speak to him like this ? Matthias immediately bristled . " What's that supposed to mean ? " Wesley didn't say anything , but the disapproval in his eyes said plenty . " Exactly what it sounds like , " Azalea said , her voice hoarse . Her pale face shut Matthias right up . Bastian tried to smooth things over . " We checked the security footage while you were unconscious . Sydney slipped and fell - no one pushed her . Matthias and I jumped to conclusions . " Sydney panicked and thought you pushed her . It was a misunderstanding . Dad has already agreed not to revoke your inheritance rights . " Wesley nodded from the side . " It was just a minor incident . If it was a misunderstanding , then it's over . You should rest . Sydney needs peace and quiet - we'll take her home first . " After pondering the meaning behind their words , Azalea nearly laughed out loud . Sydney slipped , but without any witnesses or physical evidence , they could confidently claim it was Azalea's fault . With the roles reversed , even with evidence , it would just be brushed off as Sydney being careless . And now , just because they gave back what should've been hers to begin with , she was supposed to be grateful ? Sorry , not this time . 111 1/4 14:49 Sat , 9 Aug Chapter 4 Goodbye , Mr Lark " So Sydney doesn't need to apologize to me ? " Azalea asked , eyes downcast . +10 Free Coins Matthias ' pupils narrowed . He jabbed a finger at her , face livid . " Azalea , what the hell is wrong with you ? Do you even know that after you fell unconscious , Sydney was so worried she refused to rest and stayed here the whole time waiting for you to wake up ! " " Matthias , this was all my fault to begin with . I should be the one apologizing , " Sydney tugged gently on his sleeve . Her voice was soft , and her lips trembled with guilt . It was such a pitiful sight . Wesley's expression darkened . " Azalea , enough already , " he said , the threat heavy in his tone . Bastian tried to smooth things over again . " Azalea , you just woke up . You need to rest . Let's not drag this out . It's over . " Drag this out ? Azalea nearly laughed in disbelief .. She scanned the room . Matthias had told her to go die without even hearing her side . Even now , with the truth laid bare , he still acted like she deserved it . Her father saw her asking for an apology as being difficult and unreasonable . Even Bastian , the one who seemed to want to protect her , was only trying to smooth things over - not for her but to avoid conflict . As for Sydney , she played the remorseful little angel , pretending to apologize with zero actual action to back it up . Before the age of 15 , Azalea had dreamed that her real family would come to take her home . And they did -but every ounce of suffering since then had come from these people . Under the weight of their favoritism , she had lived like a sewer rat - hiding , scrounging , and watching others enjoy the warmth she could never have From the beginning , her parents believed that she was full of bad habits because she came from an orphanage . Every small mistake she made was amplified to the extreme . 7 Cassius saw her as a reminder of past regrets , using the excuse of ' compensation ' to control her life . The moment she pushed back , it proved she was ungrateful . Matthias believed from the start that she'd stolen Sydney's place and never looked at her with anything but disdain . Skyler thought she was beneath the family . When she first returned , he treated her like a novelty pet . But once the novelty wore off , she became a blemish on his glorious future - a stain that didn't deserve to be his sister . Even Bastian , who had once truly cared for her , had , bit by bit , been swayed by Sydney's manipulations until his view of her turned cold and narrow . Maybe the real mistake was stepping out of that orphanage in the first place . She took a deep breath . What was the point of keeping a family like this around ? 2/4 O Chapter 4 Goodbye , Mr Lark * 10 From China " It's our fault . " Sydney said gently , " Azalea just woke up . She needs to rest . We shouldn't disturb her . Manthias , don't forget to have Harper make her favorite seafood soup ." Azalea gave her a sidelong glance . Favorite seafood soup ? She was allergic . Sydney really knew how to put on a show . No wonder she'd managed to worm her way into everyone's hearts , especially when they were most burdened by guilt . If not for being reborn , Azalea might have really believed this whole thing was a misunderstanding . She might have been touched by Sydney's supposed concern . Sydney wanted to drive her out for one reason : to secure her grip on the Larks ' inheritance and make herself the star everyone revolved around . Matthias smiled indulgently at Sydney's words , patting her head like she was the most precious thing in the world . " Sydney really is the kindest . " Then he turned and glared at Azalea . " We'll let it go this time . But if you ever bully Sydney again , I won't let it slide ." Azalea's tone was icy . " No need to wait for next time . " She reached for the paper and pen by her bedside in the VIP hospital room and quickly scribbled down a few lines . Bastian glanced over curiously , but his face changed as soon as he caught a glimpse . " Azalea ! " Azalea ignored him and handed the paper directly to Wesley . " I've never really been part of this family , but I figured we should have something in writing to make it official ." Wesley took the paper and scanned it . His expression froze - then turned furious . " Azalea , are you out of your mind ? You want to sever ties with me ?! " " I've never been clearer , " Azalea said calmly . " You never made me part of the family . I never took your surname . Technically , I was never a Lark to begin with . " You've all made it clear I'm not welcome . Let's just end this cleanly . " Wesley's chest rose and fell angrily , fingers clenched tightly around the paper . How dare she ! Sydney peeked at the document . The bold title - Agreement to Dissolve Parental Ties - made her heart leap . Her eyes sparkled with joy , and she barely managed to hide it . If Azalea left the Larks , everything would be hers ! Still , she put on a sad face . " Azalea , this will really break Dad's heart . " Azalea didn't even look at her . Her gaze remained fixed on Wesley . " Please sign it , Mr. Lark ." Matthias gave a cold laugh . " You think that'll make us feel sorry for you ? Make us regret how we treated you ? You're just making a fool of yourself . " Wesley's teeth gnashed together . " Fine ! " ||| 3/4 Chapter 4 Goodbye , Mr Lark +10 Free Coins So what if he was the president of Lark Group ? His own daughter was throwing his name in the dirt . Did she want to cut ties ? He'd gladly oblige . He signed without hesitation . Let's see what kind of mess she'd make of her life now . Azalea took the paper like it was a treasure , carefully folding it . " Thank you , Mr. Lark ." The words were genuine . And they hit Wesley like a rock on the chest for some reason . His heart clenched , a tight , burning fury rising within . " If you're no longer a member of the Larks , then this room isn't yours to stay in , " he snapped . He thought she'd back down . That she was just bluffing . But Azalea didn't flinch . She pulled the IV from her hand , threw off the blanket , and climbed out of bed without a second thought . Wesley's face darkened completely . He shouted after her , " Don't come crawling back ! " Sydney rushed to his side , cooing , " Dad , calm down - you'll hurt yourself . " Her concern for her adoptive father was far more genuine than anything she'd ever shown Azalea . Wesley was clearly moved . Deliberately , he said , " Didn't you want to try that new five - star restaurant ? Let's go tonight - to celebrate . " Celebrate what ? No one had to say it . Azalea paused at the doorway , then turned back with a cold smile . " Mr. Lark , do you even know that I'm allergic to seafood ? " The whole room fell dead silent . O Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!