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.

commend you, Violeta. Your versatility is remarkable. I look forward to seeing you

fashion magazines, remained a step beyond

believed 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

had come

Violeta had her makeup removed, Aster

gratitude to the staff before making their

as they stepped out of the studio, they discovered that the

people emerged from the studio,

the

"Violeta," he greeted warmly.

and offered a courteous

Quiet Ode', which

can collaborate in the future.

presence of so

outright. She shook his hand gently. "If

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

Nolan was a striking figure in the

a crack in the door and wondered if he was imagining things. But

fixed on Violeta. With a smile, he said, "Yes, it's been a while,

has indeed been some time, Nolan,"

in an industry as close-knit as this one, such meetings

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

Nolan, a surge of contemplation washed over

was remarkable how swiftly fortunes changed. In her previous life, she would have felt entirely out of place mingling with people

once seemed beyond reach now appeared

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