Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism

Chapter 434 Lydia's Scandal

In truth, Zelena wasn't passionate about acting.

She simply enjoyed the fame and the admiration that came with being a celebrity, much like how she used to admire Violeta in her past life.

Because of that, Zelena was committed to improving her acting skills and even took private lessons from the Film Academy.

Hattie, on the other hand, had a slight edge over Zelena. With an actress mother, she had some natural talent in her genes. Privately, Hattie often mocked Zelena for lacking in talent.

The director often had to spend extra time teaching her, which made some wonder if Zelena was the one acting or if it was the director.

However, Hattie wasn't much better. Despite her talent, she didn't put in the effort required.

As time went on, her natural talent began to wane. Even if she had opportunities, she didn't make the most of them.

...

On the weekend, Violeta had dinner with Kaylee.

Kaylee was probably Violeta's only real friend. After Violeta's debut, she struggled to form deep connections in the industry, feeling that something was always lacking.

They enjoyed a meal of foreign cuisine, took a photo together, and posted it on Facebook.

Lies in Winter' was about to be released. Initially, it didn't generate much excitement since the director and actors weren't well-known. Perhaps it

director of 'The Lies in Winter', saw Violeta's promotion and was thankful. He sent her a private message, but she didn't see it. Meanwhile, 'The Nirvana and

and emerging unscathed, which left the audience feeling satisfied. That ending

rating, and 'Nirvana and

such successes, she once

in 'As Soon As We Meet', had a brief spike

8.4, only above

with Violeta ended in

by the end of the

Lydia was

date

they were caught by paparazzi, who leaked a teaser

romantic scandal and nearly revealed her

the matter by paying off the paparazzi, but the buzz on

special background, exposing

knew who he was, Lydia was anxious about their relationship being exposed, which caused her considerable

offline brand event, both Violeta and

stood on opposite sides of the corridor, exchanging

Lydia was still under

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