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."

for 'The Quiet Ode' was in Veilmist Lake. The scenery there is truly beautiful, with ancient and picturesque villas. No wonder it's become the

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

"Yes."

said, "I heard from Mr. Howell that you lent it for

"Yes."

in her eye. "You're quite generous. How about being even more generous and helping

small plate and set it in front of Violeta. The fondue's steam was thick, so he took off

not urgent right now. I'll

a clean version, 'Nirvana and Rebirth' might have

was tough to get

ask Hayden for help, thinking taking advantage of

wanted to ask him, he

know when you're ready to talk. The beef is done. Bring the plate over, and I'll help you serve

"Here you go."

and depart, but Hayden had largely concentrated on serving her and hadn't

over, and Hayden opened

"The tender beef is really delicious. No wonder

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

"Next time? I'm not

asked, "How long will you

Violeta replied, "Two days."

would head to

'Nirvana and Rebirth' once her present schedule was over. The driver drove the car back to the

her elbow on the car window, bent

forget, but if I help

adjusted his glasses, looking like a cunning

finger at him. "You can set whatever conditions you want.