Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism

Chapter 667 Wholeheartedly Endorsed Violeta

"They often say the entertainment world is filled with pitfalls, but after all these years, have I ever done anything to harm you? Do I genuinely owe you anything? Is it financial support or emotional debt?" After saying this, Violeta stepped into the vibrant farmer's market, halting at the entrance of The Cooke's Brisket.

Just then, the Cookes completed their tasks and approached her, their faces lighting up with joy at her arrival.

"Vio! Is that really you?"

Violeta leaned in closer so they could all fit into the frame.

"I'm recording a video, Mr. and Mrs. Cooke! Give a wave to the camera!"

"Oh, goodness. I'm a bit messy right now! Haha! Hello, everyone! Welcome to my store!"

As the video progressed, Violeta found herself seated inside the store, placing an order for some brisket.

"I don't owe you anything, Zelena," she asserted firmly. "Maybe you've forgotten that your last name was Cooke.

"Come back and visit them. They miss you."

The video wrapped up with a snapshot of Violeta standing proudly beside the Cooke couple.

her way to Quinston, where she was seated across from Eugene and Aster. "Wow, so you've been sending money to another account each month. That must be for the Cooke couple, right?"

had been

agency deposited her earnings into her account, she would ask Eugene to send a

a

amounts weren't substantial, usually around

some personal expenses, but he didn't think

it soon became evident that the account Violeta had been sending money to actually

Violeta had been providing financial support

4 thousand

was essentially covering their living expenses under Zelena's name, not including the additional funds she had allocated to assist the Cookes with various

Violeta compiled a collection of invoices documenting her contributions over the years. Any paperwork that could substantiate her claims was fair game.

Violeta after witnessing her stand up for herself. "Just imagine how devastated Violeta must feel after

industry, there would have been news about it

paying someone off.

people really

just giving out her money, while there are plenty of folks who wouldn't even think of offering help!

away behind their screens."

clear the Cooke couple knows Violeta and welcomes her warmly, proving she's genuinely