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    The five of them left Carom Clubs together.


    Suddenly, Violeta’s phone rang. It was Niall calling-


    “Hello, Niall.


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    Niall’s gentle voice sounded from the phone. “Vio, how’s the orientation? Do you like Tnd


    University?”


    “Of course, I love it! Violeta replied.


    Niall asked, “Why is it so noisy on your end? Aren’t you on campus?”


    Zoren snatched the phone before Violeta could answer. “Hi, Niall, it’s me. The orientation ended in the


    afternoon, and we brought Vio to have fun. We’ll be having fondue for dinner after this. Don’t worry, I


    promise to take good care of Vio and bring her back safely.”


    Violeta did not have friends when she came to Quinston. Thus, Niall was relieved that Zoren hung out


    with her. However, he could not resist giving a few warnings.


    “You better not take Vio to questionable ces, or else…


    “Oh, Niall, I know, I know! I wouldn’t dare. Also, it’s not just the two of us. Hayden and the others are


    also with us. You can rest assured!”


    “Is Hayden there too? Okay then. Make sure to bring her home before nine.”


    “Okay, got it! I’ll hang up now!”


    After a brief chat with Niall, Zoren ended the call and returned the phone to Violeta. “Here you go. All


    settled!”


    Initially, Niall had doubts about Zoren, but when he heard Hayden was with them, he felt at ease. The


    reason was simple. Hayden was known for being an upright gentleman. As an heir to the Frost family,


    he was famous among the upper ss for his integrity. He avoided any reckless behavior.


    Furthermore, Hayden had a unique background, unlike most members of upper–ss society.


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    Zoren and the other two came from business families. But Hayden’s family was involved in politics. His


    family was a prestigious political family. The elders in his family were high–ranking government


    officials.


    Thus, Hayden’s future was already nned out. Among the four of them, he was the de facto leader.


    The Frost family had strict rules, and Hayden’s upbringing forbade him from going to questionable


    ces such as brothels and nightclubs. Therefore, Niall felt at ease knowing Hayden was with them.


    Violeta took her phone from Zoren, asking. “What


    did my brother sav


    Zoren smirked. “He didn’t say much, just that you can hang out with us but must be home by nine. He’s


    confident you’re in good hands.”


    “Really?”


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    I’m telling the truth. I’m your cousin. Why won’t you believe me?”


    Violeta whispered, “That’s because you’re unreliable.”


    “What? What did you say?”


    Violeta looked up and smiled. “It’s nothing. Don’t worry about it.”


    They arrived at the fondue restaurant and reserved a private room.


    Zoren was about to sit beside Hayden at their table, but Hayden nced at him with disdain.


    Zoren knew why and immediately turned to Violeta. “Vio, you should sit here.”


    Violeta had already chosen her seat and was about to sit down. Hearing Zoren, she said, “I’ll sit here.


    Didn’t you want to sit there?”


    Zoren went to Violeta, held her shoulder, and guided her to the seat. Just sit here. No need to thank


    me.”


    Once everyone was seated, they began ordering food. The guys took special care of Violeta, asking


    about her preferences. Violeta listed the dishes she wanted and ordered one each.


    “If it’s not enough, we’ll order moreter.”


    Soon, the food arrived, and theymenced the punishment. Violeta realized they had ordered


    peculiar


    dishes.


    Jasper instructed the server to cook what Violeta ordered, leaving the peculiar food untouched.


    “Jasper, you won’t make them eat raw food, right?”


    Jasper frowned slightly. “Vio, have you heard of the raw food diet? It’s quite trendy these days.”


    Violeta was rendered speechless. She nced at Zoren with pity and started eating.


    She enjoyed dipping sliced steak and chorizo in fondue. Thus, she picked up a slice of chorizo with her


    fork and dipped it in.


    Hayden also picked up a slice of chorizo with his fork and dipped it in the fondue. Then, he ced the


    cheese–coated chorizo on Violeta’s te.


    Violeta turned to Hayden in surprise. “Aren’t you eating?”


    “I don’t like spicy food.”


    Violeta did not know what to say.


    If he doesn’t like spicy food, why did he order the extra–spicy fondue?


    But Violeta enjoyed spicy food and dly epted the food he offered.


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    On the other hand, the other three guys exchanged nces as they watched Hayden piling food on


    Violeta’s te. Zoren knew that Hayden had taken a liking to his cousin.


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    Hayden did not eat anything but focused on cooking food in the fondue for her. He was unexpectedly


    skilled at it. This worked out well for Violeta. She did not have to do anything. Someone cooked for her


    for


    free.


    At the same time, Violeta quickly understood why they had ordered the extra–spicy fondue. It was to


    make the losers eat the fondue base.


    Jasper scooped some extra spicy fondue base into a bowl and added hot sauce. “Eat up.”


    Zoren was dumbfounded when the bowl was ced before him. “D*mn it, Jasper, are you serious


    about this?”


    Jasper replied, “Of course! I never joke about such things. If you want to me someone, me Vio.


    This punishment is her idea. She’s determined to make you sick tonight.”


    “Hahaha…” Jasper’s demonicughter filled the room.


    Violeta could not help but chuckle as she sipped water.


    She covered her mouth, but her cheeks were flushed. She said, “Zoren, a real man keeps to his word.


    It’s not a big deal. Worsee to worst, you’ll have your stomach pumped tonight. Besides, it won’t


    come to that extreme. Consider your reputation. If you refuse toplete the punishment, who will


    want to y with you again?”


    “D“mn it! Vio, why are you so heartless!” Zoren was shocked. “I thought you would help me plead for


    mercy. Instead, you added fuel to the fire!”


    Violeta blinked innocently. “I advocate for justice, not favoritism!”


    Jasper burst intoughter. “Hahaha, Violeta, you’re truly one of a kind….


    They were impressed with Violeta’s personality. Other girls they encountered were overly delicate.


    Those girls could never take a stance like Violeta. Instead, they would probably burst into tears upon


    hearing


    such words.


    Violeta continued, “ording to the game’s rules, Liam, you must eat it too. Friends should share both


    blessings and hardships, don’t you think?”


    “Me?” As far as Liam was concerned, Zoren could take the punishment if he wanted. He refused to be


    dragged into it.


    “Sorry, Violeta, even if I want to eat it, I cannot decide. ording to the rules, each winner punishes


    one person. Since Jasper has chosen to punish Zoren, Hade will determine my punishment. Hade,


    we’ve been best friends for almost twenty years. You won’t be so cruel, right?”


    Violeta pouted. “Well, too bad. The fondue base is quite tasty.”


    After all, she had eaten it before.


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