Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism
Chapter 500 Hayden's Call

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Violeta responded, "Got it."

A moment later, Violeta grinned and said, "It looks like the company is really pushing for Evelina."

Eugene asked, "How can you tell?"

Violeta explained, "Evelina began her career in movies, and everything she's done since has been movies. She hasn't appeared in any TV dramas. If I'm right, the company must be aiming to build her career in the movie industry. With their strong partnership with Invinne Group, isn't it likely she'll play the lead in their first joint project?"

Eugene nodded and said, "That's right."

Eugene did not undervalue Violeta's insight.

Her prediction was entirely accurate.

The company's strategy for Evelina is to boost her career in the movie industry.

This approach is partly to address the issues from Lydia's past performance.

Another reason is that Evelina has a look that's perfect for movies.

Although she might not be as striking at first glance as someone like Violeta, her overall demeanour completely embodies that of a sweet and innocent girl.

The fact that Mason noticed her immediately indicates her strong potential in movie acting.

For movies centred around youth, her look and demeanour are also a great fit.

Meanwhile, Violeta recalled a crucial detail.

Invinne Group.

Wasn't that the same as the Barnett Group?

The Barnett Group is set to work with Apex.

This aspect was a blind spot for Violeta, as she wasn't high enough in status to handle such matters in her previous life.

Confronted with the unfamiliar, she had to navigate it gradually.

Once Evelina signed with Apex, the company planned to organise a fan meeting for her first.

This would subtly announce that she was the newest artist signed by Apex.

The event preparations were progressing gradually and carefully.

Violeta went to the recording studio daily to complete the audio for 'Spring in Moon City'.

One day, she was in the studio as usual.

She was so engrossed in the script and wearing headphones that she didn't notice a missed call on her phone, which was resting on a nearby table. No one picked up the call, and it was automatically ended.

The caller, being thoughtful, chose not to call back and interrupt her.

Violeta kept working until she completed the audio recording. Afterwards, she stretched and removed her headphones.

Aster had made her a cup of coffee.

Violeta took a sip and then searched

for her "Hey,

phone on the table, asking

my

is?" Narugi

ps do you know where 19

Aster replied, "It's on that table."

Violeta asked, "Could you hand it to me, please?"

Aster walked over and gave the phone to Violeta.

After unlocking with facial recognition, a missed call immediately came into view.

It was a call from Hayden.

Violeta was somewhat surprised.

He rarely called her, they usually chatted over WhatsApp.

She wedged the phone between her shoulder and ear while marking lines on her script with a pen.

After a couple of rings, someone

first to speak, "Hello, W was the

picked up her phone. Violeta

SWOO

calling?" Narugi

Hayden responded, "Vio, are you still on the job?"

Violeta replied, "Yes, I'm in the middle of recording but taking a break at the moment. What's going on?"

Hayden said, "Great, I'm in your studio building."

Violeta stopped for a moment,

glanced

sat

t her phone's clock, andet

straight, asking, "Where

exactly are you?"

"Outside your building."

"You know where I am?"

Violeta was quite taken aback and a bit pleased by Hayden's unexpected arrival.

Hayden said, "It's not difficult to locate you. Head downstairs. I've made a reservation at a restaurant." Violeta said, "Alright."

After swiftly ending the call, she removed her headphones, grabbed her coat from the chair, and put it on. She instructed, "Aster, let the others know that I'm stepping out for lunch and will return in the afternoon."

Aster was taken aback. "Oh? We've already ordered the food."

"Then I'll let you have mine," Violeta remarked.

"Alright, should I have Felix send you over? I'll give him a call."

"No need. I have someone waiting for me downstairs, so I'll head down now."

"Okay."

After a quick notification, Violeta exited the studio.

Wearing a mask and baseball cap, she took the elevator down and didn't encounter anyone in the lobby.