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.

I look forward to seeing you on the cover

fashion magazines, remained a step

believed Eugene had discovered

Violeta's potential seemed boundless.

valuable. I appreciate all your advice, Aileen." Aileen, absorbed

come

Aster gently draped a coat over

to the staff

surprise, as they stepped out of the studio, they discovered that the live stream next door had just

throng of people emerged from the studio, including

the

"Violeta," he greeted warmly.

stopped and offered a courteous smile.

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

can collaborate in the future. Are there any

the presence of

She shook his hand gently.

then turned to Nolan, who had just entered the room. "Nolan, I understand you and Violeta are from the same school. Is this your

Nolan was a striking

a crack in the door and wondered if he was imagining things. But now, there was no mistaking

remained fixed on Violeta. With

Nolan,"

as close-knit as this one, such meetings were

the cast of 'The Quiet Ode'. Nearly a year had passed since they last saw each other.

with Nolan, a surge

life, she would have felt entirely

beyond reach now

studio, and her assistant quietly informed her that Violeta