Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism

Chapter 530 Wished Him Well

Mason was satisfied with both the actors' appearances and performances, scribbling some notes on a pad.

The stage manager announced, "Thanks for all your hard work. That's a wrap on today's auditions."

Mason called out, "Chad, hold on a second. Come over here."

Violeta glanced at Chad. He gave her a questioning look before heading toward Mason. "Mr. Mason, what can I do for you?"

Violeta gave a small smile and then turned to leave.

The auditions were done, and she had other things to take care of.

As she got into the car to head to her next destination, Aster suddenly remembered something and turned to Violeta. "Ms. White, you must have met Chad during the auditions, right?" "Yeah, why?"

Aster said, "It's quite something. Do you know who Chad is? He's actually Wade Howell's grandson."

Violeta's eyes widened a little.

The connection made sense now. Despite being known professionally as Chad Turner, Chad's real last name was actually Howell, which was the same as Wade's.

Aster continued, "He's been with the company for five years and never mentioned this. He's really quite discreet."

doesn't want to use Mr. Howell's name to get

someone like him these days. I was really surprised to learn this. If he had used his connections, he wouldn't

Wade's reputation, he might have progressed

four actors who had signed with Apex years ago had

held Chad back

you be open to

from his role in 'The

seemed to be suggesting that Chad might

replied, "Sure, I'm

had in mind.

comments implied that Chad was likely

industry long enough to understand

left the studio, frequently glancing back, and immediately started

days later, the company announced the final results

lead male role, and Violeta was cast

Tracy and Evelina also auditioned, but

role for herself.

rivalry had become quite personal, and

any bitterness, understanding that there was

for the role left her somewhat unhappy, but she accepted it. When Tracy found out Chad had been cast as the lead, she sent him a text on WhatsApp.