Orphan to Unbreakable Queen novel Chapter 26

Chapter 26

Chapter 26

Emery arrived at Apex Squad headquarters with Carmen. He’d promised her a spot in the lineup, and he intended to deliver.

The coach reported the scrimmage loss. Emery waved it off. “Just a scrim. Focus on real matches. Their new mid is good, but so are we.”

Encouraged by Emery’s confidence, the squad straightened up.

“Since everyone’s here,” Emery announced, “meet Carmen, my sister. She’ll join us for the Autumn Finals. As a rookie, she’ll only play the first round.”

To the team members, it translated clearly: Emery’s sister is coming to have some fun, and they need to take good care of her.

Despite having mocked Aubree during the scrimmage, the same guys who looked down on female esports players switched tones instantly.

“Emery’s sister is our sister!” the jungler declared. “Carmen, we’ll steal the enemy blue buff for you!”

“Just have fun, win or lose!” the topsolo added.

The support grinned. “Ditching my ADC for you, Carmen!”

Carmen lowered her eyes, feigning shyness. “Thank you, guys, for taking care of me.”

Her good looks, elaborate identity, and sweet act melted them.

Only Killian Beckett remained stern–faced. He didn’t understand what Emery was up to–was bringing him in just to replace him with a rookie?

Under normal círcumstances, he might have brushed it off. After all, Carmen’s status was untouchable, and she was only playing one round, just for show.

But now, he’d lost to Phoenix three times in a row. The mere sight of a female player gave Killian a chill.

“Need some air,” he muttered, storming out.

Carmen was quick to notice Killian’s mood. She knew who he was–Alvin’s former teammate. ‘He must think I’m here to steal his spot, she mused.

Since he had a history with Alvin, maybe she could use him to get close to Alvin.

With that in mind, she excused herself to Emery and followed Killian out.

Killian didn’t hold back when he saw her trailing him. “Shouldn’t you be getting worshipped, Miss Wilson? What do you want?”

Carmen offered a gentle smile. “I’m sorry if my presence upsets you.”

Killian froze, not expecting such a gentle response. He opened his mouth, but no words came out.

“I know you were with God’s Fury. You were amazing!” she gushed. “If possible, I hope you can teach me.”

The unexpected admiration disarmed him. Killian’s lips twitched into a smile, though he still played tough. “I don’t waste time on idiots.”

“I’ll work hard!” Carmen’s smile dazzled Killian.

Aubree adapted swiftly–two days of weekend training had already forged significant chemistry with her teammates.

Matilda pointed out a few minor issues from the scrims, and after staying for extra training, Aubree left the base early that day.

When Aubree arrived home, ‘Something felt off,‘ Aubree thought. Normally, Carol would wait for her at the door each night, worried about her safety.

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Chapter 26

Tonight, the porch was empty.

Not only was Carol missing, but a sleek car che vaguely recognized ut parked out front. Could Bowen Be Back? che mused

The Wilson Family had a feet of vehicles Aubree knew the frequently driven ones, but the rest Blurred into anonymity

When she stepped into the living room, she laughed dryly. Seriously? One after another?

Alice had just left, and now Ronald and Bryan? Who’s next?

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