Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism

Chapter 413 Their Futures Were Intertwined

At the doorway, Zelena leaned against the frame, listening closely to Lydia's phone call.

A satisfied smirk curled her lips.

She had played her cards well.

Lydia, having been entrenched in the industry for years, undoubtedly had her own network of contacts.

With Zelena having leaked the information, Lydia would certainly verify it herself.

Zelena had done her part and could now simply observe as Lydia took action.

After all, with Violeta having repeatedly overshadowed her, how could Lydia resist the chance to undermine Violeta?

Let the show begin.

That night, Violeta finished her work early and quietly headed to a restaurant for a meeting.

Felix had driven her there.

As she exited the car, Violeta turned to Felix and said, "Felix, you should head back. You could end up waiting for quite some time."

Felix replied, "No problem, Ms. White. I'll wait outside. Eugene insisted that I ensure you get back safely."

Violeta agreed,

her hat and mask before

the entrance to guide her upstairs to

already

mask, she saw the three

already. Am I the last to arrive?" She

haven't been waiting long-just

It hasn't been that long," Violeta retorted, gaining a

glint. "It's been a while, Vio. It's rare to catch

Actress, you mean?" Zoren corrected

Actress! I almost forgot. I watched the awards live. You looked stunning." Hayden added, "Shall we start serving

on the table before sitting down. "It's not often we get together like this. Is Jasper still

us. But then again, Jasper is your

just hope he returns soon to support me. With him here, I could run the company however I like," she joked, pouring

It's the usual eight-to-six routine,"

practically a prince at the company. Who would dare cross him? Why do you ask,

her tea, Violeta said slowly, "I've heard that Hattie is trying to get close to wealthy men. If she marries into money and

of her son vying for power. Sending Benson abroad had

to seize power, Hattie would likely find him a powerful

Liam frowned. "Last Christmas,

didn't come