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 forward to seeing you on the cover of

one of the foremost fashion magazines, remained a step

Aileen believed Eugene had discovered a talent surpassing

Violeta's potential seemed boundless.

all your advice, Aileen."

come

makeup removed, Aster gently draped

their gratitude to the staff

their surprise, as they stepped out of the studio, they

of people emerged from the studio, including the creative team

encountered the film's

"Violeta," he greeted warmly.

and offered

impressed by the success of 'The Quiet Ode', which was also

in

the presence

outright. She shook his hand gently. "If a promising project comes along, why not, Director

entered the room. "Nolan, I understand you

doorframe, Nolan was a striking figure in

a crack in the door and wondered

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

some time, Nolan," Violeta replied, surprised to see him

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

his recent film, and Violeta had joined the cast of

Violeta locked eyes with Nolan, a surge of

she would have felt entirely out of place mingling with people

beyond reach now appeared

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