Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism

Chapter 341 Makeup

Aileen observed Violeta with a discerning eye. "Eugene must be the luckiest man," she said. "You're far more striking in person than in any photograph."

"Thank you," Violeta answered, her voice steady.

Aileen then inspected Violeta's makeup closely. "Who did this?"

The makeup artist hesitated, "Is there a problem, Aileen?"

Aileen's gaze was unyielding. "The eyeliner needs to be extended. Give it a more fox-like effect. Add a few more clusters of false lashes. The camera tends to wash out the makeup. Does Eugene want you to go for a pure look like Lydia? No, your features call for something sharper, more intense. Don't squander your natural advantages."

"Reapply the makeup," Aileen instructed firmly.

"Understood, Aileen."

Well, isn't she a no-nonsense person?

The makeup artist swiftly got to work, removing and then reapplying the makeup.

Time passed quickly, and after forty minutes of meticulous adjustments, Aileen was finally satisfied.

The shoot commenced only when she felt the results were right. Violeta, accustomed to patience, observed as Aileen, though kind, was direct and precise. With her extensive experience, Aileen had an uncanny ability to pinpoint any shortcomings, demonstrating what true professionalism looked like.

Under Aileen's expert direction, Violeta's images transformed into something extraordinary.

Her poised exterior was at odds with the raw ambition and desire that shimmered in her eyes, creating a captivating and potent presence.

Aileen, clearly pleased, remarked, "The promotional photos Apex did for you were dreadful. Trust me, darling, I've seen those."

"That's it for now. You'll have to wait for the final images," Aileen said.

must commend you, Violeta. Your versatility is remarkable. I look

of the foremost fashion magazines, remained

Eugene had discovered a talent

Violeta's potential seemed boundless.

warm smile. "This collaboration has been truly valuable. I appreciate all your advice, Aileen." Aileen, absorbed in reviewing the photos, replied, "It's

had come to

Violeta had her makeup removed, Aster gently draped a coat over her

the staff before making

studio, they discovered that the live stream next door had

studio,

encountered the

"Violeta," he greeted warmly.

offered

of 'The Quiet Ode', which was also common knowledge in

we can collaborate in the

the presence

couldn't decline outright. She shook his hand gently. "If a promising project comes along, why not,

turned to Nolan, who had just entered the room. "Nolan, I understand you and

the doorframe, Nolan was a striking figure in the

Violeta through a crack in the door and wondered if he was imagining

was dimly lit as Nolan stepped forward. His warm gaze remained fixed on Violeta. With a smile, he

indeed been some time, Nolan," Violeta replied, surprised to see

was unexpected, but in an industry as close-knit

film, and Violeta had joined the cast of 'The Quiet Ode'. Nearly

a surge of contemplation washed

remarkable how swiftly fortunes changed. In her previous life, she would have

reach now appeared almost

live-stream studio, and her assistant quietly informed her that Violeta