Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism

Chapter 450 The Horse Won't Budge

Violeta stepped out of the tent as Aster brought the new horse over. "Ms. White, here's the replacement horse." Violeta took the reins, gently stroked the horse's head, and whispered in its ear before leading it forward.

With the tight schedule, Violeta didn't have a chance to get acquainted with the horse.

Seeing Violeta with the horse, the director asked, "Violeta, is there any issue with the new horse?" Violeta replied, "No problem."

The director nodded and said, "Great, let's aim to get this scene in one take."

Violeta took her spot, and Nolan positioned himself on his horse.

Both mounted their horses with ease, settled into place, and waited for the camera to start rolling.

Zelena, on the other hand, needed an assistant to help her with the horse.

Since she wasn't familiar with riding, despite a few days of lessons from the on-set trainer, her fear of the horse made her look clumsy while getting on. She had to use a stool and be assisted slowly before she could get on the horse. The director called out, "Zelena, are you set?"

Zelena adjusted her outer robe, gave a firm nod, and replied, "Yes, I'm ready."

Violeta mounted the white horse and cast a penetrating look at the horse beneath Zelena.

The horse's ears twitched in response.

Violeta continued her unwavering gaze, her eyelids fluttering just a bit.

Everything was set.

The director and Wade sat behind the monitor.

"Everyone, take your positions."

"Action."

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