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

the foremost fashion magazines,

Aileen believed Eugene had discovered a talent

Violeta's potential seemed boundless.

all your advice, Aileen." Aileen, absorbed in reviewing the photos, replied, "It's

shoot had come to an

Aster

to the staff before

of the studio, they discovered that the live

people emerged from the studio, including the creative team behind the

encountered the film's

"Violeta," he greeted warmly.

stopped and offered a courteous smile.

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

in the

the presence of so

his hand gently.

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

Nolan was

glimpsed Violeta through a crack in the door and wondered if he was imagining things. But now, there was

forward. His warm gaze remained fixed on

been some time, Nolan," Violeta replied, surprised

an industry as close-knit as this one, such

skyrocketed with his recent film, and Violeta had joined the cast of 'The Quiet Ode'. Nearly

locked eyes with Nolan, a surge of contemplation washed over

In her previous life, she would have felt entirely out of

reach now appeared

the live-stream studio, and her assistant quietly informed