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.

remarkable. I look forward to seeing you on the cover of Elle

one of the foremost fashion magazines, remained a step beyond Violeta's

Aileen believed Eugene had discovered a

Violeta's potential seemed boundless.

her with a warm smile. "This collaboration has been truly valuable. I appreciate all your advice, Aileen." Aileen, absorbed in reviewing the photos, replied, "It's nothing.

come to an

had her makeup removed, Aster

expressed their gratitude to the staff

of the studio, they discovered that the live

emerged from the studio, including

the film's

"Violeta," he greeted warmly.

stopped and offered

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

we can collaborate in the future. Are there

the presence

gently. "If a promising project comes along, why not, Director

room. "Nolan, I understand you and Violeta are from the same school. Is

was a striking figure in

glimpsed Violeta through a crack in the door and wondered if he

fixed on Violeta. With

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

an industry as close-knit

joined the cast of 'The Quiet Ode'. Nearly a year had passed

Violeta locked eyes with Nolan, a surge of

In her previous life, she would have felt entirely

once seemed beyond reach now appeared

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