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.

versatility is remarkable. I look forward to seeing you on the

one of the foremost fashion magazines, remained a

Eugene had discovered a talent surpassing

Violeta's potential seemed boundless.

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

come to an

Aster gently draped a coat over her

expressed their gratitude to the

studio, they discovered that the live stream next door had just

of people emerged from the studio,

encountered the film's

"Violeta," he greeted warmly.

offered a courteous smile.

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

hope we can collaborate in the future. Are there

the presence of

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

just entered the room. "Nolan, I understand you

was a striking figure in

and wondered if he

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

time, Nolan," Violeta replied, surprised

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

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

a surge of contemplation washed over

she would have felt entirely out of place mingling with

beyond reach

live-stream studio, and her assistant