Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism

Chapter 368 You're Quite Generous

"Not very often, but I come here with colleagues for gatherings."

"I see."

Hayden came to dine with people from the Political Department who all held official titles.

The owner of the fondue restaurant was an acquaintance, and the waitstaff was well-trained, knowing what to observe and ignore.

The surface of the cheese fondue bubbled and boiled. Eager to start, Violeta rolled up her sleeves and began cooking chorizo.

"Is it alright to eat something this cheesy at night?"

"It's fine. I have at most two such meals a month."

Violeta was an artist, but she was also a person. Her aesthetic benchmark was to stay well and have a flawless body. She would never starve herself to death, though.

Of course, if a role required it, she could do it.

"Alright, enjoy it."

"Are you doing well in Newham?"

"Not bad. How about you?"

Violeta dipped a piece of chorizo in the bowl without looking up and said, "Haven't you seen the news online? I've become famous."

"I saw it. Your performance in 'The Quiet Ode' was really excellent."

chorizo and biting, Violeta thought of something. She asked, "The filming location for 'The Quiet Ode' was in Veilmist Lake. The scenery there is truly beautiful, with ancient and picturesque villas. No wonder

Lake is also

"Yes."

said, "I heard from Mr. Howell that you

"Yes."

generous. How about being even more generous

fondue's steam was thick, so he took off his glasses and set

"It's not urgent right now. I'll tell you

and Rebirth' might have trouble passing the review

tough

thinking taking advantage of

Hayden didn't know what Violeta wanted to

me know when you're ready to talk. The beef is done. Bring the plate over, and

"Here you go."

when it came time to pay and depart, but Hayden had largely concentrated on serving her

and Hayden opened the door, allowing

is really delicious. No wonder

"If it's good, we'll come again

"Next time? I'm not sure

will you stay in

Violeta replied, "Two days."

would head to Glorialand, as

to film 'Nirvana and Rebirth' once her present schedule was over. The driver drove

her elbow on the car window, bent

forget, but if I help you,

looking like

Violeta said, wiggling her finger at him. "You can set whatever conditions you want. Alright, I really need to head back to the hotel