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."

want to use Mr. Howell's

agreed, "Exactly. It's rare to find someone like him these days. I was really surprised to learn this.

reputation,

with Apex years

held Chad back to discuss

be open to changing your

a buzz cut from his role in 'The Island', and he hadn't let it

that Chad

I'm open

more, you'd be perfect. You match the image I had in mind. For now, you're good to go,

comments implied that Chad was likely

the industry long

left the studio, frequently glancing back, and immediately started a

the company announced the final results

male role, and Violeta was cast in the

but neither was chosen by Mason

for the role for herself. Her current goal was to

quite personal, and Evelina viewed Tracy as her

Evelina didn't feel any bitterness, understanding that there was

When Tracy found out Chad had been cast as the