Rebirth vs. Rebirth Tragedy to Triumph by Violeta and Zelena [[Chapters 421, to 430]] – Daisy Novels 

Chapter 421

The promotion of the drama in Glorialand didn’t need to be restrained, so it was even more widespread.

With the appeal of renowned director Wendy and a cast of popular Glorialand actors, the drama’s ratings soared across the whole region after its initial broadcast.

There was no competition during the same period.

A week later.

The official Weibo of ‘Nirvana and Rebirth’ proactively released a report.

They announced that the daily viewership had consistently surpassed 300 million!

Violeta’s fame skyrocketed, and the newcomer screenwriter Danielle also made a name for herself in the industry with her first work.

She went from being underestimated to becoming a rising star screenwriter.

The drama received excellent reviews.

Although only seven episodes had aired, many netizens couldn’t help but leave reviews.

“This drama is a breath of fresh air. I was a victim of school bullying myself, and I will definitely follow this drama to the end. When I was bullied in high school, I even thought about suicide, but for various reasons, I survived. I still have the after-effects of bullying, but unfortunately, I wasn’t as brave as the leads. This drama teaches students who are currently being bullied to be brave and fight back!”

“It’s really good. I will recommend it to everyone around me. I hope there will be more domestic dramas like this in the future, and no more family ethics dramas or love stories.”

“I love both of Violeta’s dramas. Although I haven’t experienced bullying, I’m still happy to see girls fighting back.”

“This drama is truly the first hit of the year in the domestic entertainment industry. Not only the director’s filming techniques, but also the screenwriter’s plot, and the acting skills of all the actors are top-notch. I watch it every day when it’s updated and even rewatch it. What surprised me even more is that the director and screenwriter of this drama are both women.”

“Actually, I’m not a fan, but I’m hooked. I initially came to watch the drama because I was attracted by the lyrics of the interlude, and then I became a fan of Violeta.”

The buzz surrounding ‘Nirvana and Rebirth’ was undeniable. It had become a cultural phenomenon, dominating conversations both online and offline.

Just as the staff had predicted during the review process, the version of the drama broadcasted domestically was too suspenseful, leaving the audience wanting more.

After watching the domestic version, they would also seek out the complete overseas version.

Although there were no official channels for the overseas version to be released domestically, resourceful netizens found various ways to watch the complete version.

Violeta’s development had now far surpassed that of all her peers.

Her popularity could already rival that of her seniors.

The Quiet Ode’ only helped her gain recognition domestically, but ‘Nirvana and Rebirth’ truly opened up her popularity overseas.

Overseas fans were even more passionate.

Since Violeta didn’t update her social media frequently, many international fans even flocked to her Facebook page for updates.

Nirvana and Rebirth’ was the first hit drama of the year and not just an ordinary one.

Due to the distance, the main cast didn’t have a joint promotional event before the drama aired.

Recognizing the global interest in the show, director Wendy proposed a live online event featuring Violeta and the main cast.

Violeta agreed.

Therefore, a joint live broadcast was scheduled for the 17th of this month on a social media platform.

The fans were ecstatic.

This live broadcast was different from the small-scale interactions of domestic celebrities.

The global reach of Instagram, coupled with the immense popularity of ‘Nirvana and Rebirth’ overseas, meant that this livestream had the potential to reach a massive international audience.

The company spared no effort in preparing for the event, even reserving a dedicated room for Violeta’s live broadcast.

On the 17th, at 8 PM sharp, the live stream kicked off.

Violeta sat in front of the screen, and Aster helped her with the connection.

Soon, the screen showed that the live broadcast had started.

After accepting the connection, several members of the main cast appeared in the frame on the other side of the screen.

“Hello!!”

Violeta greeted them warmly, “Good day to all of you.”

During her time in Glorialand, Violeta picked up some basic Glorian phrases, which she enthusiastically shared during the live stream.

However, most of the communication was still in Elic.

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The live stream included a Q&A session with fans and giveaways of drama merchandise throughout.

It lasted two and a half hours, accumulating over 100 million viewers, with a peak concurrent viewership of 2 million.

The success of the drama brought numerous benefits.

Prior to ‘Nirvana and Rebirth’, Violeta’s success had only earned her endorsements from two prestigious luxury brands after winning the Best Supporting Actress award.

However, the drama’s phenomenal reception catapulted her into a new league.

Top luxury brands and even exclusive jewelry houses clamored for her endorsement, a rare feat for a young actress.

Her peers could only watch with envy as her career skyrocketed.

More and more fans followed Violeta’s offline activities.

During a brand promotion at a shopping mall, the crowd of fans who came to see Violeta filled the entire mall, with more people outside, demonstrating her immense popularity.

Violeta’s influence was undeniable.

Any brand she touched became an instant sell-out, from luxury bags to watches.

Even the wealthy couldn’t resist the allure of celebrity endorsement.

From the beginning, Violeta’s biggest fan, “Little Sheep,” had always accompanied her to every event.

He would always have first-hand photos of the events on his Facebook page, which had nearly a million followers.

However, his Facebook page contained nothing but beautiful photos of Violeta, earning it the nickname “Violeta’s Photo Gallery.”

Violeta’s meteoric rise was truly unparalleled among her peers.

However, her success cast a shadow on her label mate, Chad.

Chad had originally played the affectionate second male lead in “As Soon As We Meet,” hoping to gain popularity.

But unexpectedly, it was crushed by ‘Nirvana and Rebirth’.

To make matters worse, his team’s attempts to leverage Lydia’s fame backfired, alienating her fanbase and drawing their ire.

Following the broadcast of “As Soon As We Meet,” Chad did gain some fans for his portrayal of the devoted second male lead, but it wasn’t enough to propel him to the top tier of male artists.

Therefore, Chad couldn’t achieve instant fame like Nolan and Jacques with just one drama.

His path to success was still long.

Tracy continued filming on set as usual.

Zelena was envious of Violeta’s development but currently had no way to break through, so she could only steadily participate in variety shows and build a good rapport with the audience.

Hattie had been diligently currying favor with brand representatives.

However, ever since Violeta revealed Hattie’s intentions to Liam, Hattie had been sanctioned by Liam’s mother, temporarily hindering her ambitions to cozy up to other wealthy families.

Left with no choice, Hattie could only turn her attention back to the film and television industry and started accepting acting roles.

Now that she was taking on acting roles again, she inevitably had to compete with her peers.

Hannah helped Hattie select a few promising scripts, among which the most promising was the fantasy drama “The Tale of the Chosen One: Guardians of the Divine Lineage.”

This drama was a trilogy, centered around the main storyline of a descendant of divine lineage.

It told the story of the female protagonist, as the descendant of divine, experiencing love across three lifetimes before choosing to give up love and save the world.

While the plot might have been familiar, the production team’s reputation for quality reassured Hannah.

She saw this as Hattie’s chance to elevate her career, attract lucrative endorsements, and potentially even earn awards.

Trusting Hannah’s judgment, Hattie readily accepted the role.

Meanwhile, Zelena, who had been focused on other projects, also recognized the immense potential of the “The Chosen One” trilogy.

She recalled how it would achieve classic status and even spawn a movie adaptation in the future.

Having missed out on “Blind Detective,” Zelena was determined not to let another golden opportunity slip through her fingers.

Zelena immediately asked her agent to negotiate for a role in the drama.

However, her hopes were dashed when she discovered that the coveted female lead had already been given to Hattie.

Zelena’s frustration was palpable upon hearing the report.

“Hannah always seems to handpick the best opportunities for Hattie,” she complained to her agent, Trina. “Does she even consider if Hattie is up to the task?”

Trina suggested, “Maybe we should try for the second female lead.”

Zelena frowned. “Second female lead?”

After debuting as a female lead, the thought of playing second. fiddle to Hattie, especially so early in her career, was a bitter pill to swallow.

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Furthermore, in terms of public popularity and recognition, Zelena, with her debut work “Spring Isn’t Blooming” and the variety show “RV Travel Diaries,” far outshone Hattie.

Zelena was confident that her commercial value surpassed Hattie’s.

Playing second fiddle to Hattie was simply out of the question for Zelena.

Trina sighed. “If that was the case, we might have had to give up.”

Give up?

Zelena was even less willing to do that.

Since giving up wasn’t an option, she had to devise another plan.

A sly smile spread across Zelena’s face. “I must have been the lead actress. Hattie stole the script of ‘The Moon Belongs to You’ from me, and now she wanted to compete for ‘The Chosen One.” There was no way I was letting her have it this time!”

Trina asked, “Lena, what should we have done?”

Zelena’s eyes gleamed with determination. “Since the roles hadn’t been officially announced, there was still a chance.

“We could have had some artists photoshop my ancient costume photos from ‘Spring Isn’t Blooming’ and guide fans and paid trolls to create a buzz online about me being the perfect fit for the lead role in ‘The Chosen One.’

“With enough hype, I’m sure the director would have had to consider me.”

Trina nodded thoughtfully. “That was a good idea, but even if they considered you, it wasn’t a guarantee. We might even have ended up making an enemy of Hattie.”

Zelena acknowledged the risk. “Of course, I was aware of that.

“Public opinion alone wasn’t enough; we needed a substantial investment to impress the production team.”

The Chosen One’ was a trilogy; if she filmed all three parts, it was sure to become a classic.

Zelena intended to convince her father to invest a significant amount of money. With this investment, her role would have been secured.

Hannah might have been able to get resources for Hattie, but would she have been willing to spend as much as Zelena’s father?

After all, Zelena’s father had invested seven hundred fifty thousand dollars in ‘Spring Isn’t Blooming.’

And that was real money!

Moreover, even though Zelena wasn’t as popular and

commercially valuable as Violeta, she had gained a considerable following from her variety shows.

High popularity could drive viewership.

She didn’t believe the production team wouldn’t be tempted.

Trina found Zelena’s plan feasible and immediately set out to find people to put it into action.

A week later.

On Facebook, the calls for Zelena to play the lead role in ‘The Chosen One’ were growing louder.

The buzz escalated quickly. Clicking on the trending topic revealed that the most liked posts were photos of Zelena in costumes from ‘Spring Isn’t Blooming.’

The photos indeed had an ethereal quality, giving off a goddess-like vibe.

Comments overflowed with people saying Zelena was perfect for the lead role in ‘The Chosen One.’

Many fans even directly commented…

The surge in popularity greatly angered Hattie.

She called Zelena directly to confront her.

“Zelena, are you trying to steal my role?”

Zelena feigned innocence. “Hattie, where did you hear that? I haven’t taken any roles recently.”

“Haven’t taken any, huh? More like you haven’t gotten any!”

Hattie directly exposed Zelena’s hypocrisy, “What’s with the sudden online buzz? Don’t tell me you know nothing about it.”

Zelena firmly denied it, “Hattie, I really don’t know what’s going on, but I’ve heard a bit about the online buzz. I think you shouldn’t take it too seriously; it’s all just trolls trying to drive a wedge between us. I’m too busy with variety shows to have time for acting.”

Hattie was unimpressed by Zelena’s act.

She had already heard that Zelena’s team had initially

approached the production team of ‘The Chosen One’ to discuss a role for Zelena.

However, upon learning that the lead role was already promised to Hattie, they seemingly abandoned the idea.

Now it seemed, her team hadn’t dropped the idea but planned to directly steal the role!

Hattie sneered, “Zelena, don’t think you can fool me with your innocent act. We both know what you’re up to. The lead role in ‘The Chosen One’ is mine. Don’t even try to snatch it away, or you’ll regret it.”

Zelena chuckled, unfazed by Hattie’s threat. She retorted, “Hattie, the feeling is mutual. We both know each other’s true colors. Let’s just say the best actress will win. And if you’re planning any dirty tricks, bring it on.”

With a final smirk, Zelena ended the call.

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Did Hattie really think she could threaten her?

How laughable.

Zelena had the Blake family’s backing. Even if things went south, she was still a wealthy young lady who could live comfortably even if she retired from the entertainment industry.

But Hattie?

She carried a lot of baggage, not to mention her unsavory background as an illegitimate daughter.

If that were exposed, her fanbase would be shaken to the core.

However, this matter couldn’t be easily exposed. Once it was out in the open, the consequences would be far-reaching.

After all, the Ridge family was one of the prestigious families in Quinston, with considerable influence.

This was a scandal involving a prominent family.

Hannah has been in the entertainment industry for many years.

If Zelena exposed this, she could kiss her career goodbye.

Many veteran artists in the industry, though publicly unmarried, weren’t truly single.

Most were secretly married or had illegitimate children abroad.

When Hattie debuted, she did so under the title of a second-generation star. Her mother was Hannah Leid, but her father’s identity was only disclosed as a wealthy businessman.

As for who this wealthy businessman was, many in the industry knew. But no one wanted to be the first to expose it.

Zelena’s threat to Hattie was just to keep her in check, not to truly expose her background.

The call ended abruptly.

Hattie was furious.

“Zelena is playing a dangerous game.”

Her assistant wrung her hands. “What should we do, Hattie?”

Hattie’s eyes narrowed. “She won’t dare say anything.”

But Zelena’s audacity was a problem. Hattie decided to inform Hannah.

Hannah listened, then frowned. “Weren’t you and Zelena friends? Why is she suddenly trying to steal your role?”

Hattie rolled her eyes. “Because I took the script for ‘The Moon Belongs to You’ from her when ‘Blind Detective’ fell through.”

Hannah’s memory was jogged.

“Ah, yes. But didn’t she film ‘Spring Isn’t Blooming’ after that?”

Hattie sighed. “After my debut, I was too busy to help her. I didn’t connect her with anyone or take her calls. Maybe she’s holding a grudge.”

Hannah chided, “Hattie, haven’t you heard the saying ‘help someone to the end’? You should have helped her secure the role in ‘Spring Isn’t Blooming’ after taking her script. Otherwise, of course, she’d hold a grudge.”

Hattie hadn’t considered that at the time.

She hadn’t expected Zelena to land a role and debut successfully.

“Mom, it’s too late for regrets. What should we do now?”

Hannah advised, “In this industry, it’s better to have one more friend than one more enemy. Even if you didn’t want to help her, you should have at least pretended. Learn from this!”

Hattie nodded reluctantly.

“I understand. Mom, Zelena’s trump card is getting her family to invest. How about you invest in me?”

Hannah immediately refused. “Where would I get that kind of money?”

Being a celebrity might seem glamorous, but the expenses were high.

Hannah had saved some money over the years, but she couldn’t guarantee ‘The Chosen One’ would be a hit, so investing was a risk she wasn’t willing to take.

She wasn’t fond of spending money without a guaranteed return.

Moreover, Hannah’s lifestyle was expensive. She was used to spending lavishly.

When she was younger, the industry wasn’t as lucrative as it was now, and the pay was low.

Now, artist fees and appearance rates were high, but she was older and couldn’t compete with the younger newcomers. Her connections were her only advantage.

Hattie suggested, “Then how about asking Dad to invest?”

Hannah scoffed. “He might be willing, but he wouldn’t dare. If that old hag at home finds out he’s giving you money, our chances of returning to the Ridge family are over.

“Besides, the recent difficulties in securing fashion resources are her doing. She is already becoming suspicious of us.”

Hattie grew increasingly disheartened. “Then what can I do? Just watch Zelena take the role?”

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Hannah paused, considering her options.

With her years of experience in the industry, she saw a different perspective. “If we can’t get the lead role, then securing the second lead will suffice,” she suggested.

Hattie balked at the idea. “What?! The second lead? Do you want me to play second fiddle to Zelena? Absolutely not!”

Hannah calmly explained, “Hattie, this isn’t the time to be stubborn. The second lead in this script is just as captivating. If you perform well, you could even win Best Supporting Actress, a highly prestigious honor.”

Hattie remained resistant. “But I don’t want to play a supporting role.”

Hannah countered, “Then you’ll have to give up on this script entirely. The other scripts I’ve seen aren’t nearly as good.”

Hattie was cornered.

Hannah continued, her voice earnest, “In my opinion, there’s no real difference between the lead and the second lead. As long as the character is well-written and memorable, your scenes with Zelena will leave a lasting impression on the audience. If you outshine her, won’t that be even better?

“I played supporting roles when I was starting out. And look at me now; the lead actresses from those days have long retired, but I’m still active in the industry. Don’t be so stubborn.”

Outshining Zelena Blake?

The prospect appealed to Hattie, but she still struggled to overcome the mental hurdle of playing a supporting role.

With a sigh, she relented.

“Alright, I’ll think about it.”

The rivalry between Zelena and Hattie’s teams quickly spread throughout the industry, reaching Violeta’s ears.

Time flew by, and ‘Nirvana and Rebirth’ had already aired half of its episodes.

One evening, Danielle invited Violeta out for dinner.

After wrapping up her current project, Violeta planned to take a brief two-day break.

On the night of the dinner, Aster brought up the highly controversial “The Chosen One” trilogy while riding in the car.

“I heard this series is adapted from an online novel with purchased rights.

“Zelena and Hattie’s teams are fighting over it.

“Initially, the lead role was given to Hattie, but now there’s a lot of buzz online saying Zelena is the perfect choice for the lead in ‘The Chosen One,’ while Hattie isn’t suitable.

“After all, Zelena’s first role was in a costume drama, so she does have an edge over Hattie in terms of looks and makeup. Hattie’s first role was in a youth idol drama.”

Eugene chimed in, “I’ve read some of the script. It’s quite good, and the production team is decent.

“It should turn out to be a great series.”

Violeta was leaning back in her seat, busy responding to messages on her phone.

Kaylee’s movie, “The Lies in Winter,” which she had filmed the previous year, had recently wrapped up post-production.

Kaylee had returned to Quinston the previous month, and a management company had approached her with a contract offer.

Kaylee was unsure about the decision and had messaged Violeta for advice.

Once “The Lies in Winter” was released and scheduled, Kaylee would officially debut in the entertainment industry.

Though Kaylee’s debut was a year and a half later than Violeta’s, starting with a movie was still a promising beginning.

Since getting into the car, Violeta had been focused on responding to Kaylee’s messages, tuning out the ongoing conversation.

Eugene turned to Violeta and said, “Beauty, Zelena and Hattie are at each other’s throats now.

“Your previous assessment of them was spot on. When their interests clash, the facade of their friendship crumbles.”

Violeta simply hummed in agreement.

Aster inquired, “What’s Ms. White up to?”

“Replying to a friend’s message,” Violeta responded. She then asked, “Eugene, have you heard of SkyTune Media?”

Eugene furrowed his brow. “SkyTune Media? Never heard of them. Why?”

Violeta explained, “A friend of mine has been approached by them for a contract. She’s asking for my advice, but I don’t know much about them, so I thought I’d ask you.”

Eugene advised, “If it’s a new artist, it’s best to avoid small studios. Even a mid-sized company would be preferable and less risky. Honestly, only big companies are truly reliable if you want to avoid being scammed.”

Aster nodded in agreement. “That’s true. Before I became an artist’s assistant, I almost got tricked by some shady small studios into becoming a live streamer!

“They make all sorts of promises before you sign, but once you’re locked in, everything changes. If you want to leave, you have to pay a hefty penalty. Many of these so-called media companies make their money by trapping people into breaking contracts, often demanding millions. It’s a frightening situation.” Violeta listened thoughtfully and nodded. “You’re right. Signing a contract is a serious decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly.”

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Remembering the scams she had heard of in her past life, Violeta understood the risks of small production companies.

Many promising actors fresh out of drama school had wasted their prime years due to such scams.

“Which friend?” Eugene asked. “Maybe I can help introduce her to someone.”

Violeta’s face lit up. “That would be great! She’s also from Toland University and has already acted in a movie.”

“Oh? What movie?” Eugene inquired.

“The Lies in Winter,” Violeta replied, “directed by a newcomer.”

The Lies in Winter?

The title didn’t ring any bells for Eugene, leading him to assume it was a small production.

However, he knew even small productions could become surprise box office hits.

There have been instances where low-budget films unexpectedly became huge hits.

“Starting with a movie is a good move,” he acknowledged.

“Send me her resume, and I’ll recommend a good agent for her.”

Violeta nodded.

She then promptly asked Kaylee to send her resume and forwarded it to Eugene.

Kaylee was immensely grateful for Violeta’s help. Initially, she had only wanted Violeta to review things, but she hadn’t expected Violeta to go out of her way and ask her own agent to assist.

Knowing that Violeta’s agent was top-tier, Kaylee felt honored and promised to treat Violeta to a meal when she had the chance.

Violeta happily accepted.

Upon arriving at the restaurant, they found Danielle had reserved a private room.

Violeta entered with Eugene, Aster, and Felix.

Lacking industry friends, Danielle had felt it would be too quiet with just Violeta.

Given the success of ‘Nirvana and Rebirth’, a celebration was in order!

At this year’s annual star gala, Violeta would undoubtedly be seated at the main table, and Danielle was a strong contender for the Best Screenwriter award next year.

As they entered, Danielle quickly rose to her feet.

“Hello, Violeta.”

“Hi, Danielle!”

Violeta responded with a warm smile and a light hug.

Danielle then addressed the others behind Violeta.

“Eugene, Aster, Felix, please have a seat. I ordered some dishes, but I’m not sure if they’ll suit your tastes.”

They all settled into their seats.

Despite her newfound success, Danielle remained reserved and hadn’t made many friends in the industry. It seemed she wasn’t keen on building relationships with those in the business.

She didn’t speak much and remained quiet throughout the meal.

In contrast, Violeta and the others ate, drank, and celebrated enthusiastically, even lighting celebratory sparklers midway through.

During her short break, Violeta opted to stay at the White family home with her parents instead of returning to Liberty Grove.

She had missed the Toland University’s class graduation photo, and the school had mailed her diploma to the White residence.

Ms. Silverleaf sent Tuna and Hera back to the White residence together.

After returning home, Irene took Violeta to an afternoon tea gathering with her friends. Surrounded by wealthy women, Violeta found herself out of her element.

Uninterested in playing poker, she sat nearby, scrolling through her phone to keep Irene company.

Occasionally, one of the women would approach to take a photo with her, much to Irene’s pride in her accomplished daughter.

Later, after Irene finished her poker game, they picked up Anton from work and headed home together.

The following day, photos of Violeta with the wealthy women at the tea gathering surfaced on social media.

A trending topic on Facebook emerged.

“Violeta resting and playing poker with her mom.”

The candid pictures showed Violeta casually lounging on a sofa, scrolling through her phone.

Some recognized the opulent decor of the poker room as that of a high-end private teahouse in Quinston, where booking a room cost several hundred dollars per hour and all the afternoon tea pastries and floral teas were flown in from Verdancia.

The comment section quickly filled with comments from netizens and fans.

“Vio is absolutely stunning, simply breathtaking.”

“It’s no secret that Violeta is even more stunning in person. I saw her once at an event, and as a woman, I couldn’t stop thinking about her beauty. It’s hard to describe!”

Perhaps fueled by Violeta’s trending status, ‘Nirvana and Rebirth’ was now taking Auratia by storm, even eclipsing the popularity of ‘The Quiet Ode’.

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This time, the trending topic wasn’t about the show itself, but rather Violeta’s captivating looks.

Netizens commented.

“Violeta was absolutely stunning in ‘The Quiet Ode.’ She’d be perfect for the role of the goddess Elara in ‘The Chosen One.””

“I thought I was the only one who felt that way! Violeta is the ideal match. The character doesn’t have many scenes but leaves a lasting impression as a celestial beauty.”

“As a fan of the original novel, I agree. Violeta is the perfect fit. Her portrayal of Layla had the best costume design I’ve seen in recent years.”

“So many people feel the same way. Shouldn’t the production team consider our opinion?”

“If Violeta is in ‘The Chosen One,’ I’ll definitely watch it!”

“I’d love to see her in it too, but that’s unlikely. ‘Nirvana and Rebirth’ hasn’t even finished airing, and she needs a break.”

The online buzz was undeniable.

However, the role of Elara wasn’t the lead in “The Chosen One.”

With Violeta’s current status, she wouldn’t accept a supporting role.

Therefore, Violeta wouldn’t be taking on a role in “The Chosen One.”

After a few days of rest, Violeta returned to work.

Selene’s Autumn Fashion Show had invited her to attend.

While Violeta was getting her makeup done backstage, Aster chatted about the online buzz.

“Ms. White, people online are saying they hope you’ll play Elara in ‘The Chosen One.””

Currently, the casting controversy for “The Chosen One” is a hot topic.

The leading role was being fiercely contested between Zelena and Hattie’s teams.

Previously, Zelena’s team had photoshopped images of her as the lead to generate hype.

Now, many netizens had taken Violeta’s earlier portrayal of Layla and photoshopped her as Elara, with these images widely circulated.

A poll was even created, pitting various actresses with notable period drama looks against each other.

Violeta emerged as the clear winner.

In “The Quiet Ode,” Violeta’s portrayal of Layla was that of a ruthless villainess, so her character design had a dark, alluring look.

The fact that netizens could transform this dark look into a pure and ethereal one was quite impressive.

In the original novel, Elara was a celestial being who existed only in an illusion.

Her scenes were few but unforgettable, with a strong presence despite limited screen time.

As the makeup artist applied eye makeup, she remarked, “I saw the photoshopped images online and agree that Ms. White would be perfect for the role.”

Violeta, with her eyes closed, simply listened as the makeup artist worked on her face.

“It’s all thanks to their impressive photoshopping skills,” Violeta chuckled.

The makeup artist chimed in, “If they can make you look that good with photoshopping, imagine how stunning the actual character design would be. It’s like makeup! If you start with a

2, the result is often mediocre, but with an 8 as the base, even a simple foundation looks amazing.”

Aster immediately added, “Wow, your words are really flattering, hahaha.”

The makeup artist laughed. “Haha, I’m just being honest.”

After Violeta’s makeup was complete, the runway show was ready to begin.

She found her seat and quietly waited for the show to start.

The fashion show was bustling with journalists and media outlets, capturing photos of the outfits, models, and attending celebrities.

Violeta watched attentively, occasionally clapping in

encouragement. Seated next to her was Selene’s director, and they took photos together.

Following the show, a producer approached Violeta backstage.

He was the producer of “The Chosen One.”

As it turned out, they had seen the online buzz and wanted to gauge Violeta’s interest in the role of Elara.

Violeta was surprised by the producer’s direct approach.

Fortunately, Aster reacted swiftly, “Ms. White doesn’t handle work matters directly. If you want to discuss work, you can contact Mr. Scott.”

The producer didn’t press the issue, instead smiling and saying, “I just happened to see you at the show, so I came to say hello. Alright, I’ll contact Ms. Scott then.”

Violeta politely replied, “Thank you. I’ve seen the online buzz, but I’m not sure if I can do the role well.”

The producer smiled and replied, “No problem. Since we rarely meet, let’s take a photo together.”

Violeta agreed.

That evening, the photo of Violeta and the producer was posted on Facebook.

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Some people recognized the person in the photo with Violeta as the producer of “The Chosen One,” leading to speculation that Violeta had already been in contact with the show’s production team.

Meanwhile, Zelena felt a wave of anxiety wash over her.

If Violeta also expressed interest in “The Chosen One,” Zelena knew she wouldn’t stand a chance against her.

Violeta currently had both popularity and buzz. If she confirmed her participation, securing sponsorship would be effortless.

There would be no sponsors she couldn’t attract.

A sense of panic gripped Zelena. “I can’t just sit here and do nothing. I have to secure this role,” she thought to herself.

A few days ago, Zelena had called her parents. She asked them to come over and have a meal with the producers of “The Chosen One” as potential investors.

They had now arrived in Quinston and were staying at a hotel.

Suddenly, an idea sparked in Zelena’s mind. She could have her parents leverage their family connection with Violeta, persuading her to step back from “The Chosen One.”

Zelena quickly picked up her phone and called her mother.

“Hello, Mom.”

The next day.

The producer of “The Chosen One” contacted Eugene to discuss the possibility of Violeta making a special guest appearance as the goddess Elara.

Violeta’s status had risen, and her fees had increased substantially, which was beyond their budget.

To persuade Eugene, the producer even brought in an old friend as a mediator.

Given the circumstances, Eugene accepted the script and left the final decision to Violeta.

If she liked the character, she could make a special guest appearance.

If not, they would have to decline.

The script was then handed to Violeta.

In truth, Violeta didn’t need to read the script; she was already familiar with the plot of “The Chosen One.”

She was aware that “The Chosen One” would become a classic in the years to come, so she had heard about it.

Violeta had no objections to the script itself.

She simply didn’t want to work with Zelena and Hattie.

Whether it was for personal reasons or to avoid being compared to them on screen, Violeta wasn’t interested in collaborating.

There were plenty of classic works out there, and making the right choices was important.

She wasn’t greedy enough to take on everything.

Eugene reassured her, “Alright, I understand. I’ll decline their offer tomorrow.”

Violeta replied, “Thanks, Eugene.”

Eugene added, “It wasn’t even that great a role, very minor. It doesn’t even qualify as the third lead. If they hadn’t involved my friend as a mediator, I wouldn’t have bothered with the script at all.”

Given Violeta’s current status, she had her pick of the best scripts in the industry.

Why settle for a small role?

In the afternoon, as Violeta and Aster were leaving the company for her next event, there were two people waiting for Violeta outside.

When Violeta and Aster emerged from the elevator, the receptionist hurried over and said, “Ms. White, someone is here to meet you.”

Aster inquired, “Who? Here at the company?”

The receptionist glanced towards the two people seated on the lounge sofas in the lobby.

Upon closer inspection, Violeta realized the visitors were Mr. and Mrs. Blake.

Her brow furrowed in confusion.

Unfamiliar with them, Aster assumed they were fans seeking an autograph.

“What are they doing here? We have another appointment to get to. Tell them they can’t wait around here.”

The receptionist looked flustered. “I did tell them to leave, but they don’t seem like typical fans. They insisted on waiting. I even told them Ms. White wasn’t in, but they seem certain she’s here.”

Aster was perplexed. “That’s strange.”

Violeta’s expression remained neutral. “Well, I know them. Let’s go talk to them.”

Aster’s curiosity was piqued. “What? Ms. White, you know them? Who are they?”

As Violeta approached the couple, she explained to Aster in a hushed tone, “They are Zelena’s parents, and they used to be my adoptive parents.”

Aster was taken aback.

Violeta had previously confided in her about the incident with Zelena at Toland University, where Mr. and Mrs. Blake had shown blatant favoritism towards Zelena without understanding the full story.

Their presence here had to be for a significant reason.

They wouldn’t seek out Violeta without a pressing matter.

That year, after Zelena’s expulsion from Toland University for embezzling funds, Mr. and Mrs. Blake finally discovered the truth about Violeta’s biological parents.

Josh and Sharon made a poor impression on Anton and Irene during their first meeting.

Following that encounter, Anton cut off all ties with the Blake Group.

Consequently, the Blake Group faced financial losses, and their business struggled to maintain its previous success.

Despite that, their strong foundation allowed them to retain their status as one of the leading families in Arlowand, maintaining significant influence.

That influence enabled them to offer support when their daughter was in need.

Aster was puzzled. “Here is the company. There could be reporters hiding outside. What could their real intentions be?”

Violeta responded calmly, “Let’s find out.”

When she approached Josh and Sharon, she got straight to the point, “What brings you here?”

Upon seeing Violeta, Sharon adjusted her clothes and said with seriousness, “Look, Josh, things have changed. She no longer addresses us as she used to.”

Violeta smiled slightly. “I don’t think you’re expecting me to address you like that. I’m on a tight schedule. If you have something to discuss, please be quick.”

Chapter 429

Josh cleared his throat and began, “Vio, after the incident at university, we looked into things and realized we were mistaken in accusing you. We came to check on you and make sure you’re doing well.

“We tried to see you in person, but the receptionist told us you weren’t here. Luckily, we didn’t take that at face value and waited for you.”

Their sudden concern surprised Violeta.

In her previous life, she might have felt grateful for their unexpected care and would have let go of past grievances.

But she was no longer who she was now.

From Josh and Sharon’s expressions, it was clear they weren’t acting with genuine intentions.

The incident at the university was long past. If they truly wanted to apologize, they would have done so already.

Why did they wait until now?

Was there no access between Arlowand and Quinston? Did they lack ways to contact her?

Or did they want to deceive her with family affections and reconcile?

Unmoved, Violeta lowered her eyes slightly. “I’m fine, only busy with work. Now that you two have seen me, you may leave.”

With that, she turned to walk away.

However, as soon as she moved, Josh and Sharon stood up and called after her, “Vio! We have one more thing.”

As expected, they had another purpose. Violeta stopped and turned back. “If you have more to say, just go ahead.”

Sharon stepped forward and said, “We came to invest in something. We’re having dinner with the producer tonight.”

Josh nodded. “Yes, Lena told us about ‘The Chosen One’. She said it’s a great opportunity for her career. We’re here to support her.”

Violeta remained unmoved. “And then?”

Sharon and Josh exchanged glances before continuing, “Since you’re in a hurry, we’ll be direct. Lena mentioned you were interested in this drama too.”

Josh added, “You’re doing so well now, having won the Best Supporting Actress Award. You don’t need this script, but Lena can’t miss this chance. So, we’re asking you to give up the script and let Lena take it.”

Sharon chimed in, “Yes, we only have one daughter. We owe her so much from when she was younger. This is our way of making up for it. You have other opportunities, so please let your sister have this one.”

Aster was stunned.

What did they mean by giving the opportunity to Zelena?

The entertainment industry was all about seizing opportunities and resources.

Violeta didn’t even take the opportunity initially. Even if she did, why should she hand it over to someone else? It seemed unfair.

Aster wanted to speak up for Violeta, but Violeta stopped her.

Violeta smiled at Josh and Sharon. “Is there anything else?”

Believing she had agreed, Josh and Sharon quickly added, “Yes, there’s one more thing. Lena doesn’t have many connections or friends in Quinston. As her sister, you should look out for her. The entertainment industry is tough, and she needs more support and connections. It would help if you could introduce her to some good resources.”

Chapter 430

Violeta asked, “If I help her with resources, who will help me with mine?”

Sharon replied, “You must have plenty of resources yourself. It wouldn’t hurt to share some with Lena.”

Violeta couldn’t help but laugh at Sharon’s suggestion.

She nodded and said, “Alright, I get it. Is there anything else? I’m short on time.”

Josh and Sharon assumed everything was settled.

Josh said warmly, “That’s all. Go ahead with your business.”

Once outside the company, Violeta remained unfazed.

She had long stopped hoping for anything from Josh and Sharon, so their words in favor of Zelena didn’t surprise her.

Aster was livid. “I can’t believe how unfair this is! How can they be like this?”

Violeta replied calmly, holding her phone, “How is it unfair?”

Aster said, “If they feel guilty about Zelena, they should make it up to her themselves instead of sacrificing your interests. It’s not your fault about the birth switch.”

Moreover, if Violeta hadn’t been switched at birth, she would have grown up with the White family, which was better than the Blake family.

Zelena claimed Violeta stole her 18 years of a privileged life, but Violeta missed out on her better 18 years as well.

Josh and Sharon’s favoritism frustrated Aster.

Seeing that Violeta wasn’t upset, Aster thought she might have been convinced to help Zelena.

“Ms. White, you didn’t take their request seriously, did you?”

“Of course not.”

Violeta closed her phone. “I just informed Eugene that I’ll take on the ‘The Chosen One’ script.”

Aster’s eyes widened in surprise. “What? Have you changed your mind?”

Violeta lowered her gaze. “Yes.”

“Oh my gosh!”

Initially, Violeta hadn’t planned to take on ‘The Chosen One’, but Josh and Sharon’s request made her reconsider.

It seemed they were sent by Zelena to get her to back out, but rather than backing down, Violeta felt more inclined to take part.

The Chosen One’ was known to be slow to catch on, with a lukewarm reception at first. It would take at least a year to gain popularity.

The script had a solid structure, but the plot was quite old-fashioned and was based on stories from years ago. It was clear that the elements used were outdated.

So, it took several years for the drama to become a hit.

Violeta acknowledged that the drama could become a classic over time, but she wasn’t keen on spending months on something that would only gain traction later.

If she had to wait so long for it to become popular, she would waste all her time.

However, she thought that taking the role for a short time would allow her to make a striking appearance and also overshadow Zelena.

Elara was a particularly special character. With minimal dialogue and appearing only in the dream mirror, she was known as the ‘Dream Goddess’.

She was the epitome of beauty, embodying the most cherished ideals in people’s hearts. Each person saw her as the most beautiful, reflecting their deepest notions of beauty.

In the drama, everyone thought Elara was the most beautiful goddess in the world.

In one scene, after entering the dream world, all the main characters would bow before Elara.

Violeta imagined how it would be to see Zelena and Hattie bowing to her.

She felt satisfied to think about it.

So, she decided to take on the role.

The production team of ‘The Chosen One’ was thrilled and announced on social media that Violeta would be joining the drama as a special guest.

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