Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism

Chapter 340 Aileen Jarvis

"Should we stay downstairs or head up now?"

Felix had already circled the area twice in and Alpha, scanning the growing crowd.

Aster looked uncertainly at Violeta, seeking her decision.

Violeta, her gaze steady, replied, "Let's go up."

In the world of celebrity, Alpha was the preferred choice for transporting stars.

Delaying their ascent would only attract unwelcome attention and invite speculation.

Moreover, a scheduling clash wasn't a crisis.

"Very well."

Felix parked the car and assumed his role as a bodyguard.

Aster opened the door and stepped out first, with Violeta following, her coat pulled tightly around her.

The throng of reporters and fans at the entrance had been waiting for Nolan, but Violeta's arrival presented them with an unexpected opportunity. "It's Violeta!"

A reporter's keen eye caught sight of her, and a shout went up.

Instantly, the crowd surged forward. Felix held an umbrella to shield them from the press and the barrage of flashing cameras. Aster, guiding Violeta, navigated through the mass of people, trying to clear a path.

"Violeta!"

"Look this way, Violeta!"

is clashing

"Violeta!!!"

them as they

a disconcerted Aster said, "I should have anticipated this. We should have arranged

Violeta, however, remained composed.

had accustomed her to less-than-ideal attention. In the industry, the real threat lay in

she said, offering Aster a reassuring pat

"Right," Aster replied.

the waiting staff quickly approached, eager to welcome them. "Ms. White, you've finally arrived. I feared you'd be caught outside," said the staff member,

didn't make

from here today. You see, there weren't so many reporters and fans around before." Violeta smiled.

the staff member led them towards the studio. "Let's

'Night On the River', Nolan had landed

current project had just

a makeshift broadcast space, brightly lit with the

easygoing. The host, following the script, engaged with fans and posed questions. Nolan responded with his usual

Violeta and her team

ajar

Violeta's fleeting figure, causing him to lose

host, smiling

are eager to

thoughts on our leading lady's performance. I heard she was so immersed in her role during the wrap

was a moment

distracted by Violeta,

to notice his distraction, flashed a smile at the camera and said, "It's really

moment, Nolan

always struck me