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."

then." Violeta agreed, closing the

and mask before slipping into the

at the entrance to guide her upstairs to

Zoren, and Liam were already present, with the food prepared

Violeta entered and removed her mask,

all here already. Am I the

waiting long-just a couple

that long," Violeta retorted, gaining

mischievous glint. "It's been a while, Vio.

Supporting Actress, you mean?"

an eyebrow. "Oh, right, Best Supporting Actress! I almost forgot. I watched the awards live. You looked stunning." Hayden added,

removed her hat and mask placing them on the table before sitting down. "It's

about us. But then again, Jasper is your boss, Vio." "That's true.

run the company however I like," she joked, pouring herself a cup

too bad. It's the usual eight-to-six routine," Liam

"Liam's practically a prince at the company. Who would dare

tea, Violeta said slowly, "I've heard that Hattie is trying to get close to wealthy men. If she marries into money and Benson returns from his studies, wilkit pose a threat to you,

of her son vying

Benson could act to seize power, Hattie

Liam frowned. "Last Christmas,

didn't come back but