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."

location for 'The Quiet Ode' was in Veilmist Lake. The scenery there

the villa in Veilmist Lake is also part of your family's property,

"Yes."

eyes and said, "I heard from Mr. Howell that you lent

"Yes."

generous. How about being even more generous

cooked chorizo on a small plate and set it in front of Violeta. The fondue's steam was thick, so he took off his glasses and set

not urgent right now. I'll

Rebirth' might have trouble passing the review

connections, it was tough to

for help, thinking

Violeta wanted

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

"Here you go."

it came time to pay and depart, but Hayden

the car over, and Hayden opened the door, allowing Violeta

beef is really

"If it's good, we'll

"Next time? I'm not sure when that

long will you

Violeta replied, "Two days."

finishing in Newham, she would head to Glorialand,

left, so Violeta would have to start looking for someone to film 'Nirvana and Rebirth' once her present schedule

the car and closed the door, she rested her elbow on the car window, bent down, and said to Hayden, "Don't forget about what you promised me

forget, but if I help

looking

terms with me now? Violeta said, wiggling her finger at him. "You can set whatever conditions you want. Alright, I really need to head