Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism
Chapter 612 Hattie's After Marriage's Life

On the opposite side, Polly was seated beside Violeta and Kaylee.

Violeta glanced over, her eyes unintentionally drifting toward Hattie.

Hattie was alone, appearing somewhat pitiful.

The price of her marriage announcement appears to be steep, and she has become less prominent in the entertainment industry.

No one truly understands Hattie's experiences. Only she knows the pain of being unable to express herself.

Polly said, "While selecting scripts earlier, I heard that Hattie now only takes on high-paying roles and is working on several projects simultaneously. It looks like she might be in financial need right now."

Kaylee responded, "Is that so? Isn't her family fairly well-off? After spending so many years in the entertainment industry, she should have some savings. Why would she be taking on multiple roles just for the money?" Violeta gently lowered her eyes, a subtle smile playing at the edges of her lips.

With a money-devouring beast at home, it's no wonder she might be short on cash.

This marriage seems like a good match, and Harvey's true nature likely surfaced after he married Hattie.

He can now drop his pretense and let Hattie settle his debts.

Hannah was aware that her daughter had wed someone completely different from what they had anticipated. For the sake of appearances, they couldn't expose the truth.

If they did, Carl might react unfavorably towards them.

To outsiders, Harvey is still seen as a reputable businessman.

If the truth comes out, would Carl continue to be generous with them?

The mother and daughter believed they had secured a wealthy tycoon, only to discover that all his promises were nothing but empty words.

Their outward appearance was impressive, but the truth was riddled with flaws.

If word got out, Carl would likely be the first to sever ties with them. Not only would they face personal embarrassment, but they would also damage the Ridges' reputation. However, since Hattie has been married to Harvey for such a long time, it's unlikely they can keep it from Amber for much longer. Carl must have already picked up on something.

Otherwise, Harvey would always be staying in Harbor City, never daring to return to Quinston.

Right now, Hannah is also staying in Harbor City with Harvey.

Now, Hattie is the only one left trying to earn money in the domestic entertainment industry. To make a quick profit, she has taken on various roles and already filmed at least three movies. It's only a matter of time before this scandal is exposed. When that happens, her career in the domestic entertainment industry will likely be over.

Violeta asked, "Which movies did she work on?"

Polly replied, "From what I know, she filmed two historical movies, which just finished last month."

Kaylee wondered, "Can she manage to film several movies at the same time? It sounds incredibly tiring."

Polly remarked, "For instance, if a

movie requires three months to complete, she could potentially shoot three movies in that time, which is very productive, though the end result might not always be top-notch."

Kaylee is amazed. "If she can wrap up three movies in three months

that would mean she could

complete twelve movies in a year,

right?"

"We spend two years on a single movie, so her productivity is truly remarkable. The production team's cow can't even match her pace."

Violeta laughed. "The production team's cows? That's a brilliant metaphor, Kay."

Kaylee said, "If I worked as hard as Hattie, I could probably buy a house in Quinston before I hit thirty-five, haha."

Housing costs in Quinston are extremely high.

Naturally, the home Kaylee refers to isn't just a standard apartment.

It would need to be a premium residence, such as one in Liberty Grove, or a top-tier neighborhood with a great setting.

Kaylee has been working in the entertainment industry for a long time, but her earnings are not that high.

This year is the first time she's experienced a significant boost, indicating that she hasn't yet reached the pinnacle of her career. For one, she hasn't landed a leading role yet.

Second, her fame has built up gradually, unlike Violeta, who gained recognition almost instantly.

The top-tier stars are the ones who make the most money.

Polly shook her head. "It's not worth it. As long as I have enough money, that's all that matters. You can't take

it with you when you're gone after all

Kaylee responded, "That's right. Your words really reflect how wisely you live."

Polly laughed.

Violeta teased, "Still thinking about buying a house? Why not let my brother handle it for you? Just relax and enjoy life a bit more."

Kaylee flushed slightly. "No, I want to buy it myself. Besides, why should I depend on him?"