Chapter 68 My Body Is Falling Apart

Recalling these memories, Madelyn couldn’t help but scoff, her gaze fixed on Janessa.

“As someone who betrayed their own friend, what right do you have to judge others? I think it’s best if I keep my distance from you.”

With that, Madelyn simply ignored Janessa.

“Madelyn…” The color drained from Janessa’s face instantly.

Just as she was about to continue speaking, the sudden ring of the school bell forced her to return to her seat.

After school was dismissed at noon, Madelyn left straightaway after packing up her belongings. Nevertheless, she neither returned to Lockhart Villa nor sought out Sebastian. Instead, she hailed a cab and headed straight for a very large combat training center located in the city center.

After comparing several combat training centers, Madelyn decided that this particular one was the best. The courses taught included kickboxing, judo, Clusian martial arts, and so on… There were even courses one might never have heard of, such as karate and various other styles. Although the cost was slightly higher than other combat training centers, Madelyn discovered that this place had the highest ratings, which was why she decided to come.

Half an hour later, Madelyn made her way straight to the reception desk.

The receptionist was quite welcoming. “Miss, how can I assist you?”

Madelyn let out a chuckle, cutting straight to the chase. “I want to learn martial arts.”

"What?"

The receptionist was clearly taken aback and couldn’t help but give Madelyn a once-over. This beauty has long, slender arms and a delicate complexion. She looks like a typical model. She doesn’t look like a martial artist at all.

She then said, “Miss, you must be looking to get in shape, right? We do have a lot of fitness equipment here. If you’re interested, I recommend getting a gym membership. The annual fee is—”

Before she could finish her sentence, Madelyn abruptly interrupted her, “No, I want to learn martial arts.”

Her tone was resolute.

The receptionist was clearly taken aback, finding it hard to believe that such a beautiful young woman was interested in learning something as brutish as martial arts.

“Are you sure?” The receptionist asked for confirmation once again. “We’re talking about fighting here and—”

Madelyn glanced at the receptionist, feeling slightly frustrated.

“I’m sorry. I didn’t mean it.” The receptionist immediately shook her head, then proceeded to pull out a registration list. “Miss, if there’s something you wish to learn, simply check it off on the list.”

Upon looking at the registration list, Madelyn saw a variety of courses, ranging from dance to martial arts and so on. The prices and fees for each were all comprehensively listed.

After giving it a cursory glance, Madelyn swiftly picked up her pen and briskly checked off several items. It included martial arts like Taekwondo, women’s martial arts, among other things.

Throughout the entire process, Madelyn didn’t even blink. After making her selection, she promptly pulled out a bank card, asking, “How much is it?”

Her speed and decisiveness left the receptionist utterly astounded.

After settling the payment, she quickly stepped out to usher Madelyn inside. “Miss, please follow me."

Madelyn nodded in agreement, then followed her.

In truth, it was no surprise that Madelyn wanted to sign up. In her past life, when she was framed and thrown into prison, it was all too abrupt. Inside, her lack of skills gave her a tough time. Prior to that, Madelyn had found herself in peril numerous times, nearly losing her life.

Back then, she didn’t pay it any mind because she always had Sebastian by her side to protect her. Regardless of how she treated Sebastian, whether it was before their engagement or after the termination of their engagement, he had always treated her well in her previous life.

But in this life, Madelyn had come to a profound realization–she could no longer just sit back and wait for disaster to strike. Moreover, she no longer wished to be a burden to Sebastian. She didn’t want to feel powerless in the face of problems, waiting for Sebastian to come to her rescue. In this life, she aspired to become stronger and someone worthy of Sebastian.

Coming back to her senses, Madelyn realized the receptionist had led her to a kickboxing classroom. Inside the classroom, numerous teenagers clad in kickboxing gear appeared to be brimming with energy. And there stood a man, his waist cinched with a black belt and hands placed behind his back.

“Lift your leg… Yes, kick! Put some strength into it!”

Meanwhile, under the guidance of his coach, the other boy counterattacked with a swift kick, securing his victory. Their classmates instantly erupted into cheers.

After she watched the scene, a hint of admiration subtly filled Madelyn’s heart.

Following this, the receptionist led Madelyn over and began introducing her to the coach.

“Ms. Thornton, meet Coach Campbell. He’s the most experienced instructor in our kickboxing class. From now on, he’ll be your coach.”

Upon hearing those words, Madelyn greeted Skylar, “It’s a pleasure to meet you, Coach Campbell.”

“Oh, hello there… Where did a beautiful girl like you come from?”

The coach turned around, only to be utterly dazzled by Madelyn at first glance.

Madelyn couldn’t help but let out a chuckle. The tone of the conversation was just too amusing. Upon closer inspection, it was clear that the coach had a rather pleasant appearance. His small nose and eyes made him seem quite approachable.

Madelyn took the initiative to say, “Coach, my name is Madelyn. I’ll be your student from now on.”

Skylar rarely saw such a beautiful young girl and was quite taken with her, quickly nodding in response.

“Alright, alright, just remember to attend class on time in the future, okay?”

Madelyn nodded with a smile.

Next, the receptionist led Madelyn to meet the martial arts instructor.

The martial arts instructor was a woman, around thirty or so in age. However, she didn’t seem as amiable as the kickboxing instructor. Upon first laying eyes on Madelyn, the martial arts instructor wore a look of disdain.

“Why are you trying to learn martial arts with your slight frame? You should be chilling instead.”

When she heard the comment, Madelyn’s competitive nature made her feel defiant instantly.

“You’re not exactly big either, so why can you do it, but I can’t?”

The martial arts coach paused slightly, clearly taken aback by Madelyn’s unexpected response. Immediately, she took another thorough look at Madelyn.

Finally, she asked, “Can you take a beating?”

“What?”

“Those who haven’t experienced the toughest hardships can’t truly master the craft. Just look at yourself. With such a frail body, I’m afraid you can’t withstand a single blow before your bones shatter.”

Meanwhile, Sebastian was coincidentally on the upper floor of the combat training center. Without meaning to, he glanced down slightly and caught sight of Madelyn, who was clad in a soft yellow shirt.

The moment Sebastian saw her, his mind was jolted.

Am I seeing things? What is she doing here?