Chapter 7 The Price of Truth Chapter 7 The Price of Truth $ 10 Free Coms The day's classes passed quickly . Although the school had evening study sessions , Azalea had already explained her situation to the homeroom teacher - she didn't need to attend . She packed up her things , planning to buy some groceries and cook dinner . That way , she'd still have enough energy later to hit the gaming café for some gaming . But someone stopped her as soon as she stepped out of the school gates . It was Bastian . His brows were tightly furrowed , and his expression was laced with disappointment and anger . " I thought cutting ties with Dad was already outrageous enough - but I didn't expect you to sink even lower than that ." Azalea frowned . She didn't get where this sudden attack came from and instinctively took two steps back . " I have no idea what you're talking about . " If you've nothing else to say , please don't bother me . " Bastian's jaw clenched , his temple twitching with frustration . Clearly , he wasn't satisfied with her response . " Why did you post that video on the school forum ? Do you have any idea how much damage that's done to Sydney ? She's still in training camp with Jubilee and called me in tears , asking how she offended you . Why would you treat her like this ? You've gone too far . " Too far ? Azalea found that hilarious - she really did laugh . But the more she laughed , the more absurd it felt . They all knew about what was being said on the forum . They'd seen the accusations thrown at her and still chose to stay out of it like it had nothing to do with them . But now that her retaliation had affected Sydney ? Suddenly , no matter what the truth was - it was her fault . " Bastian , is your head just there for decoration ? Only the guests at that Lark's banquet knew what had happened . Would they dare go against the Larks and post something online ? " If I wasn't slandered first , do you think I'd bother uploading that video ? And let me ask you - did I fake that footage ? Isn't everything in it the truth ? " . Bastian was briefly stunned by the questioning but quickly regained his composure . " You've never been the likable type . You probably pissed someone off , and they're getting revenge . Sydney would never do something like that . " Azalea rolled her eyes so hard it was a miracle they stayed in her skull . She had to be sick in the head to even be arguing logic with someone suffering from Sydney Syndrome . " Get lost ! " But Bastian wouldn't let her go . As she turned to leave , he grabbed her wrist . " You're coming home with me to apologize to Sydney . I'll get to the bottom of this , but you'll fix the damage first . " He wouldn't let her leave … Azalea felt like she was about to explode . This must be what it's like to argue with a brick wall . " So even when the facts aren't clear , I'm still automatically the one at fault , huh ? " O 1/4 14:49 Sat , 9 Aug Chapter 7 The Price of Truth 410 Free Coins Bastian opened his mouth to explain - probably thinking of when Sydney fell down the stairs - but Azalea didn't give him a chance . " I remember when I first came back to the Larks , there were rumors at school that Sydney was about to be kicked out . Mr. Lark immediately asked me to stage some sisterly bonding scenes with her to shut people up . You guys even cleared your schedules and came to school to personally reassure everyone she will always be the daughter of the Larks . And who was the first person to start the rumors ? Cassius even sent them a lawyer's letter . " But now ? Have any of you stood up for me ? " Nope . " You're supposed to be my biological brother , but your first instinct is to scold me - for trying to clear my own name - because it made Sydney sad ?! " I seriously don't get it . Is she made of glass ? One little thing , and she breaks down crying ? Then what about me - should I be jumping off a building with everything I've been called ? " If you guys are all so worried about Sydney , then isn't she enough for you ? Why are you even bothering with me ? " Bastian , even being biased has its limits . " His grip on her wrist loosened . He was speechless - because deep down , he knew she was right . He parted his lips , wanting to say how the family cared about her . But thinking of their behavior until now , the words got stuck in his throat . He let out a long breath . " Whatever the case , you're coming home with me . " Azalea was starting to wonder if this man had a mental disorder . " Didn't we agree to grab food together ? What's the holdup ? " a calm , almost bored male voice interrupted them . It was Wylie , dressed in a white shirt and black pants , one hand lazily shoved in his pocket . His eyes landed on them with visible impatience . His expression was stiff as a board . He'd been caught up in this nonsense , thanks to Hubert , who had shown up out of the blue to pick him up after school - something that hadn't happened in years . Wylie had thought , maybe he wanted to rekindle the uncle - nephew bond or something ? Yeah , no . When Azalea stepped out of the school gates , Hubert turned to him and said , " Wylie , I think it's important to maintain good relationships with your classmates . Don't you think so ? " No , he absolutely didn't think so . But given who was asking , Wylie had no choice but to appear right on cue . Azalea was a little startled . Of course , she recognized Wylie , but they weren't nearly close enough to meet . for dinner . Still , this was the perfect excuse to get away . She shook off Bastian's hand and quickly moved to Wylie's side . " Let's go . " Wylie clenched his jaw . Honestly , he was curious too . How did Azalea know Hubert ? 111 2/4 Chapter 7 The Price of Truth He glanced at her several times , then led her toward the car . $ 10 Free Coins Bastian might dare to stop Azalea , but he definitely wouldn't block Wylie - not with him being the Lennoxs . And besides , there were rumors that Hubert was back . Sure enough , just as Azalea left , Bastian's phone rang . It was the hospital " Mr. Lark , Ms. Yarrow's test results are in . Please come to the hospital to pick them up . When Azalea passed out at the hospital , Bastian had asked for a full medical check - up . Having shaken off Bastian , Azalea turned to Wylie with a polite nod . " Thanks for helping me out back there , Wylie . I won't bother you anymore . " " It's not me who wanted to find you - it's him . " Wylie opened the back car door , revealing a figure sitting in the shadows . She couldn't make out his face , just the outline of a long , elegant hand resting in the light . A low chuckle sounded from inside , smooth and faintly amused . " Ms. Yarrow , may I treat you to a meal ? " When she realized it was Hubert who'd invited her to dinner , Azalea agreed without hesitation . Sitting in the backseat between Hubert and Wylie , Azalea finally snapped out of her daze . Hubert invited me to dinner ? Shocking ! The car was quiet . A bodyguard drove while another sat in the passenger seat . Wylie and Hubert flanked her on either side , looking at his phone and reading a document . Neither seemed interested in making small talk . Which , honestly , suited her just fine . To be fair , even in her last life , most of what she knew about the two came from Sydney . Sydney had a massive crush on Wylie and believed he was the only one worthy of her . Wylie's parents died in an accident when he was little . He was raised by Roger Lennox and later went to live with Hubert , supposedly to fulfill his late mother's wishes . He pursued art , and when Sydney found out he was going to attend Jubilee , she even switched to art herself just to follow him - going so far as to use Azalea as a ghost painter . As for Hubert , he was practically a legend - hands down the most eligible bachelor in Draywick . If someone wrote a CEO character in a drama or novel , nine times out of ten , it was based on him . Compared to him , she actually knew Wylie a bit better . He had another identity : team captain and jungler of the GOD pro gaming team - ID : Cerberus . Because of that name , fans had affectionately and mockingly nicknamed him ' Dog God . ' Fitting , given how brutal his playstyle was . 111 O 3/4 Chapter 7 The Price of Truth Azalea had always thought their first real encounter would be him scouting her for the team . 10 Free Cons She stole a glance to her side . Sure enough . Wylie's phone showed a compilation of her recent plays- edited clips from her gaming café matches . She'd spent some cash on renting a high - rank account . She had been crushing the ranked ladder the past few days , even running into several well - known streamers and pros , which drew much attention Looks like an invitation from GOD isn't far off . She intertwined her fingers and took a deep breath . Now , she was even more curious - just what did Hubert want with her ? 4/4 ||| Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!