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,

mask before slipping into the

at the entrance to guide her upstairs to a private

Hayden, Zoren, and Liam were already present, with the

removed her mask, she saw the

Am I the last to arrive?"

teased, "We haven't been waiting long-just

that long," Violeta retorted, gaining a chuckle

while, Vio.

Supporting Actress, you mean?" Zoren corrected

I watched

her hat and mask placing them on the table before sitting down. "It's not often

knows when he'll return. It seems he's forgotten about us. But then again, Jasper is

support me. With him here, I could run the company however I like," she joked, pouring herself a cup of tea. Turning to Liam,

the usual eight-to-six

at the company. Who would dare cross him? Why do you

said slowly, "I've heard that Hattie is trying to get close to wealthy men. If she

abandoned the notion of her son vying

to seize power, Hattie would likely

Liam frowned. "Last Christmas,

come