Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism

Chapter 383 Grudge



After much discussion, they realised that finding an existing luxurious location for the shoot was challenging. However, James's estate in Glorialand emerged as the perfect choice.

After all, Glorialand was Wendy's comfort zone, and filming there was well-suited to the script's setting.

Thus, 80% of Nirvana and Rebirth were decided to be filmed in Glorialand.

The night before, Reverie Studio announced the auditions for the series.

Lydia had uncovered the reason behind Wendy's visit to Quinton Airport.

It turned out that an irresistible force had prevented Wendy from making a movie and prompted a change of plans.

Though the person responsible for this change remained unknown.

The answer revealed itself quickly.

The next day, the studio announced that the lead actress for Wendy's series was none other than Violeta.

Once again, Violeta had made a trendy search.

It became clear that their appearance together at the airport a week earlier was no accident or coincidence.

The two had a collaboration.

Moreover, Wendy and Violeta were working together.

Their collaboration was bound to be significant, even though the details were not yet known.

Lydia immediately understood.

It was Violeta who had convinced Wendy to change her focus from a movie to a series during their time in Glorialand.

Her assistant was furious. "Violeta did this on purpose. It might be Eugene's way of getting back at us."

Lydia clenched her fist.

This was the second time Violeta had obstructed Lydia's path.

The first time was when Lydia returned from vacation and planned to make a grand entrance on Clio's red carpet and secure the SEVITL endorsement.

Violeta stole the spotlight with her mermaid gown and even snagged the SEVITL endorsement.

And now, this.

Lydia had hoped to break into the movie industry with Wendy's help, but that plan had been thwarted again.

She was furious.

Her assistant speculated, "Even if Violeta didn't know about your plans to transition, Eugene surely did. He's probably helping her as revenge for when we left."

Eugene had been injured in Glorialand.

He had rested for a week upon returning to Quinston.

How had he gotten hurt? Something must have happened in Glorialand.

Lydia mused, The movie has been

in preparation for a long time. It's not something one can abandon easily. Violeta must have negotiated some conditions with Wendy, or there's more to this than meets the eye.

The assistant said, "That's truly wicked, and she uses such aggressive tactics. Violeta probably wants to secure the SEVITL endorsement and avoid any embarrassment."

"What should we do now?"

This feud had deepened.

Lydia closed her eyes briefly. Her voice trembled slightly as she said, "Go through the scripts we received earlier. Calvin Vargas's period piece seemed decent. It's the second half of the year now, and we can'tafford to waste any more time."

"What? You mean we're just going to let this go?"

Lydia's frustration was palpable; her anger was rising.

She snapped, "What else can we do? Wendy isn't making a movie anymore. Should I wait until she completes the series?"

The assistant felt deflated and said, "It's just unfair. You worked so hard to connect with the director; everything was agreed upon, and then this." Lydia reached for the cigarette pack beside her. She lit a slim cigarette and tilted her head slightly as she did so. Lydia said, "I'll settle this score with her, but not now."

Violeta recruit Wendy for a collabration?

Why didn't she choose someone local? Perhaps there is something wrong with this series.

Lydia couldn't figure out the exact issue with the series yet, but Violeta had obstructed her path. Because of her powerful backers, Lydia couldn't openly retaliate.

However, there were many ways to make Violeta uncomfortable.Content bel0ngs to Nôvel(D)r/a/ma.Org.

There's a long road ahead. We'll see.

With several months of filming ahead in Glorialand.

Violeta went home and spent two days with her parents.

One evening, the family enjoyed a harmonious dinner. Later, Niall and Violeta chatted outside on the lawn.

Niall's phone rang. It was Elaine calling.

Niall walked away to take the call, while Violeta leaned on the railing and watched his shadow lengthen on the ground under the lamp's glow. A small smile was playing on her lips.