Rebirth vs. Rebirth Tragedy to Triumph by Violeta and Zelena [[Chapters 431, to 440]] – Daisy Novels 

Chapter 431

The producer of ‘The Chosen One’ was quick to announce Violeta’s involvement in the drama.

Interestingly, they revealed the special guest role before officially announcing the highly debated female lead role. That was quite amusing.

Despite Elara, the character Violeta would portray, only having less than 30 minutes of screen time throughout the series, she was still chosen for the poster shoot. It demonstrated her current popularity.

When Zelena learned that Violeta had agreed to the special guest role, she immediately called Josh and Sharon, “Dad, Mom, didn’t you make it clear to Violeta that she shouldn’t take the script? Why did she go ahead and accept it?”

Josh and Sharon had already signed the contract with the producer and returned to Arlowand.

In response to Zelena’s call, Sharon said, “We did make it clear. We even asked her to look after you.”

Zelena was frustrated, rolling her eyes.

It seemed Violeta ignored their advice entirely.

It didn’t have any effect.

It also showed that it was a mistake to use family ties to persuade her.

Zelena found it hard to imagine.

Didn’t Violeta used to be quite close to Josh and Sharon? When she heard that they were sick, she had even specially returned from her filming location to Arlowand to visit them.

What had changed in this life?

Zelena started to suspect that Violeta might be reborn as well, but she had no concrete evidence

Even if she did, Violeta would never admit it.

Luckily, Violeta wasn’t competing for the female lead role and had only agreed to a special guest role.

If she had gone after the female lead role, Zelena doubted she could have outshone her.

A few days later, the cast for ‘The Chosen One’ was finalized, and the official social media announcement was made.

Zelena was cast as the female lead, Hattie as the second female lead, and Violeta as the special guest.

The male lead and second male lead went to well-known young actors, Cedric Hawke and Alaric Thornton.

Among the cast, Violeta held the highest status.

Although her salary was confidential, it was known that she was paid by the minute, unlike Zelena and others who were paid per episode.

During the promotional photo shoot, Violeta arrived early, as she always disliked being late.

The stylist and makeup team had prepared 16 different outfits and looks for her, which was impressive given her limited screen time.

Even though Violeta’s role amounted to less than 30 minutes of screen time, the extensive wardrobe prepared for her showed her high value.

Eugene assured that despite the emphasis on her, her pay wouldn’t be reduced.

As Violeta changed into her third outfit, Zelena and Hattie finally arrived.

They happened to cross paths downstairs.

In the elevator, tensions were high between the two teams, almost leading to a clash.

It would have been a ridiculous situation if a scuffle between the two teams had become a trending topic.

Once Zelena and Hattie arrived, they requested separate dressing rooms for their makeup.

Both were picky about their costumes and looks.

With Zelena’s investors and Hattie’s connections, the director’s team had to handle their demands carefully.

But overall, Zelena was considered more crucial due to the significant investment from the Blakes.

“I want this outfit!” Zelena insisted.

“I want it too!” Hattie countered.

The stylist looked embarrassed. “Sorry, this outfit is for Ms. White. It’s already been used.”

Zelena and Hattie were stunned.

Just then, Violeta walked in, wearing a new outfit.

The conversation abruptly halted as all eyes turned to her.

Violeta’s appearance was mesmerizing, with her outfit and accessories perfectly complementing her look, giving her an almost otherworldly presence.

And it was just one of her many looks.

It was clear why the crew held Violeta in high regard, as her role as the dream goddess was meant to appear uniquely stunning to everyone, requiring a variety of outfits.

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“Ms. White,” the stylist called out, leaving Hattie and Zelena behind to approach Violeta.

Aster said, “The director wants to adjust the accessory on her head.”

The stylist responded, “Got it. Let’s add a white flower hairpin.”

Once Violeta arrived, the stylist and the team focused solely on her, neglecting Hattie and Zelena.

It left Zelena visibly irritated, while Hattie, even more displeased, walked off in frustration.

Zelena trailed behind Violeta, casting a look at her reflection in the mirror. With a forced smile, she asked, “I heard you weren’t keen on taking this role. Why did you change your mind?”

Violeta briefly glanced at her and replied, “I wasn’t interested at first. But your parents asked me to look out for you, so here I am.”

“You!”

Josh and Sharon clearly didn’t mean that.

Zelena was frustrated by Violeta’s interpretation of the situation. Though annoyed, she managed to control her temper.

She left the room with Celeste without further confrontation.

Aster, arms crossed and leaning on the table, watched Zelena leave with a smirk.

Serves you right. You brought this on yourself.

Back in her dressing room, Zelena was seething in rage.

Celeste tried to calm her down. “Lena, she’s just a special guest with less than 30 minutes of screen time. It’s not worth having a fallout with her. Let’s endure it.”

Zelena snapped, “I know it. But she’s trying to make things difficult for me!

“If she wants to annoy me, she shouldn’t expect to get away with it!”

Her eyes narrowed with a glint of hatred. She still held a grudge from when Violeta had targeted her store, causing it to close.

Zelena was determined to find a way to retaliate and make Violeta’s coffee shop suffer too.

She hadn’t had any run-ins with Hattie’s team since then.

After spending the day on promotional photos, Violeta ran into Cedric and Alaric in the elevator as she was leaving work.

Both of them were up-and-coming celebrities with promising looks.

“Greetings, Ms. White.”

“Hello, just call me Violeta.”

Recognizing Violeta’s popularity, Cedric and Alaric exchanged a few words with her but mostly kept to themselves. As they would be working together soon, they followed each other on Facebook.

Outside, fans were gathered, and Violeta made her way through the crowd.

Three days later, the official Facebook page for ‘The Chosen One’ released the promotional photos and revealed the full cast.

Despite not being the lead, Violeta’s special guest appearance generated significant buzz. Fans praised her makeup in the comments, noting the effort the director’s team had put into it.

Filming for ‘The Chosen One’ began at the end of the month.

Since Violeta’s scenes were scheduled for later, she didn’t attend the opening ceremony. Meanwhile, her company was organizing a birthday fan meeting for her, with all preparations underway.

Due to her tight schedule, Violeta would spend less than a week in Mapleton over the next month.

When she returned, the birthday party was already set up.

The studio announced the fan meeting on Facebook, leading to a quick sell-out of tickets as major fans shared the news.

To surprise her fans, Violeta had learned a dance routine from a teacher beforehand. Though she practiced only briefly, her dance background made it easy for her, and she performed impressively.

During the birthday fan meeting, her dance performance even trended on social media. The crowd cheered and shouted enthusiastically.

Violeta recorded a video of the event on her phone and posted it

on Facebook. Everyone who attended was thrilled, and each got a photo with her.

The lounge was overflowing with birthday gifts and flowers.

After the party, Violeta received a special gift delivered directly to Liberty Grove.

It was a package from Newham, sent by Hayden.

When Violeta opened it at home, she discovered a Montblanc pen inside.

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Montblanc’s closing piece was a pen named after Queen Viviana. It had a white barrel and a green cap with a textured design, reminiscent of a scepter.

There was also a companion piece called the King Alcott pen, which was limited to 4810 pieces worldwide.

The King Alcott pen featured a red cap and was also styled like a scepter.

Violeta held the pen and admired it.

As she took out her phone to message Hayden, she noticed he had already sent her a birthday wish an hour earlier.

Hayden sent, “Happy birthday.”

Violeta replied, “Thank you for the pen. I love it.”

Receiving a pen as a birthday gift surprised Violeta, but she was pleased.

Given Hayden’s personality, something like flowers or jewelry would have been too extravagant for him.

The pen exuded a sense of precision and maturity.

Soon after, Hayden sent a photo of himself holding the King Alcott pen.

His hand was large, with fair, slender fingers and well-defined joints. The regal pen looked even more impressive in his grasp.

Hayden asked, “Will you use it every day? I will.”

Violeta answered, “I don’t have many chances to use a pen. It’s so beautiful. I’m afraid I might drop it.”

“Then make sure to keep it safe.”

Violeta also sent a photo of herself holding the Queen Viviana pen. Hayden saved the photo.

Later, after Violeta finished her shower, she posted a photo on Facebook featuring all the gifts and flowers from her birthday celebration.

The last photo was of the Montblanc pen, with Hayden’s handwritten blessing on the gift box. She captioned. “Goodnight.”

Although the Montblanc pen was expensive, it seemed modest compared to some of the more extravagant gifts from her fans.

Nevertheless, Violeta posted a separate photo to show her genuine appreciation for the pen.

Soon, comments started coming in.

“Goodnight, baby!”

“Sweet dreams, with you in my thoughts.”

“Wow, I have the same pen! I love it.”

Those pens symbolized the enduring love between Queen Viviana and King Alcott.

Soon, Kaylee signed a contract with a new agent named Jackie Witt, introduced by Eugene.

Jackie had previously worked for a large agency but left due to job changes and started a company with a few partners.

Kaylee was the first artist to join the new agency.

She might not have much experience, but she was cooperative.

Jackie had good intentions and aimed to make Kaylee famous, naturally taking good care of her.

In the middle of the next month, Violeta went to the set of ‘The Chosen One’ to film.

She was there for a week and filmed against a green screen for special effects.

Once her hair and makeup were done, she was ready to start.

Despite frequent criticism of Tracy’s acting skills online, Zelena Blake’s performance was often overlooked.

During filming, Violeta’s acting skills stood out significantly compared to the new generation of actors.

She truly deserved the Best Supporting Actress Award as she fully immersed herself in her role. Her charisma and skills set her apart.

Conversely, the female lead, Zelena, had concerned the director.

However, Zelena’s hard work and dedication earned her the director’s patience, just like the director of “Spring Isn’t Blooming.”

The director had also mentioned Zelena in media interviews, praising her as the hardest-working actress he had ever seen. He mentioned that she was always improving her skills, even after hours. If she thought she didn’t do the shoot well, she would request to redo it.

His evaluation was quite satisfactory.

Zelena knew she wasn’t naturally talented but was committed to working hard.

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In truth, Zelena wasn’t passionate about acting.

She simply enjoyed the fame and the admiration that came with being a celebrity, much like how she used to admire Violeta in her past life.

Because of that, Zelena was committed to improving her acting skills and even took private lessons from the Film Academy.

Hattie, on the other hand, had a slight edge over Zelena. With an actress mother, she had some natural talent in her genes.

Privately, Hattie often mocked Zelena for lacking talent.

The director often had to spend extra time teaching her, which made some wonder if Zelena was the one acting or if it was the director.

However, Hattie wasn’t much better. Despite her talent, she didn’t put in the effort required.

As time went on, her natural talent began to wane. Even if she had opportunities, she didn’t make the most of them.

On the weekend, Violeta had dinner with Kaylee.

Kaylee was probably Violeta’s only real friend. After Violeta’s debut, she struggled to form deep connections in the industry, feeling that something was always lacking.

They enjoyed a meal of foreign cuisine, took a photo together, and posted it on Facebook.

Violeta also helped promote Kaylee’s work. The low-budget film ‘The Lies in Winter’ was about to be released. Initially, it didn’t generate much excitement since the director and actors weren’t well-known.

Perhaps it was fate that Violeta ended up helping.

Mason Clarke, the director of ‘The Lies in Winter’, saw Violeta’s promotion and was thankful. He sent her a private message, but she didn’t see it.

Meanwhile, ‘The Nirvana and Rebirth’ had concluded its run.

Instead of a typical happy ending, it featured the female lead achieving revenge and emerging unscathed, which left the audience feeling satisfied.

That ending improved the show’s IMDB rating by 0.2.

Violeta’s two shows, ‘The Quiet Ode’ with a 9.3 rating, and ‘Nirvana and Rebirth’ with a 9.5 rating, were undoubtedly top- notch in the industry.

With such successes, she once again made headlines.

In contrast, Lydia, who was featured in ‘As Soon As We Meet’, had a brief spike in popularity when the show first aired but was later overshadowed by ‘Nirvana and Rebirth’.

Lydia’s show received a mediocre rating of 8.4, only above the passing mark, and didn’t become a hit.

Lydia’s confrontation with Violeta ended in her defeat.

Moreover, by the end of the month, Lydia was on a date with her boyfriend when they were caught by paparazzi, who leaked a teaser about their relationship.

The photo, though vague, suggested a romantic scandal and nearly revealed her boyfriend’s identity.

Her team quickly settled the matter by paying off the paparazzi, but the buzz on Facebook persisted.

Many people speculated about her boyfriend’s identity.

Since he came from a special background, exposing him could lead to serious repercussions.

Even though only a few knew who he was, Lydia was anxious about their relationship being exposed, which caused her considerable stress.

At an offline brand event, both Violeta and Lydia were present.

Eugene encountered Lydia backstage. They stood on opposite sides of the corridor, exchanging silent glances.

The assistant awkwardly greeted Eugene.

When Lydia was still under Eugene’s management, he had repeatedly advised her not to get involved romantically. It was clear she hadn’t heeded his warnings.

He stepped closer and asked lightly, “Is that guy Hollis Zachman?”

Lydia’s slight flutter of her eyelashes served as confirmation.

Eugene smiled. “You’re still involved with him. You bring it on yourself, so be ready for the consequences.”

With that, he walked away without looking back.

As former allies who had once worked together, it was sad to see them reach this point.

The assistant watched Eugene disappear around the corner, while Lydia walked in the opposite direction.

“Lydia…”

“Let’s go.”

Lydia held up her dress and walked away without looking back.

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The assistant sighed and followed along.

Eugene was familiar with Hollis and had previously tried to keep Lydia away from him.

The main issue was the age gap- Lydia was five years older than Hollis.

Additionally, Hollis’s background meant that any relationship between them was unlikely to have a future.

Unresolved relationships were better left untouched, as exposure usually hurt the woman more than the man.

But Lydia was resolute, and Eugene couldn’t dissuade her.

In the middle of the year, Violeta received a stack of new scripts.

However, none of them seemed particularly appealing to her.

Violeta now had full control over her script choices, and the company had no say in her decisions.

“You didn’t find any of these interesting?” Eugene asked.

“They’re all decent, but nothing stands out.”

Violeta was waiting for Wade’s script.

Even though she wasn’t sure if she’d get it, she wanted to wait for it.

Anticipating her response, Eugene pulled out a few theater scripts from his bag.

“If none of those appeal to you, try looking at these.

“Some seasoned actors are working on theater plays. I selected a few good ones for you.”

Violeta reviewed the theater scripts Eugene had brought and found them impressive, especially the classic script ‘Two Snakes’.

Eugene was particularly enthusiastic about that script.

“One of the roles is played by Holly Fisher. A collaboration with her could be amazing,” he noted.

However, Violeta was more interested in a different script.

She picked it up and said, “I prefer this one.”

It was titled ‘Love Dream’.

Eugene commented, “This is a new script with a cast of relatively inexperienced actors. Do you like the female role?”

Violeta replied, “No, I’m more interested in the male role..”

Love Dream’ told the story of an heiress who rarely left her home.

Despite numerous suitors, her gentle exterior hid a desire for freedom.

One afternoon, she dreamed of leaving her mansion and arriving at a winery, where she met a charming young man.

She fell in love with him in her dream but realized it was only a fantasy when she woke up.

Aster asked in surprise, “Ms. White, are you considering cross-dressing?”

Violeta responded, “Is that a problem? The male role in this script is more compelling than the female one. I prefer the male role. Eugene, has this role been cast?”

Eugene replied, “I don’t think so. I’ll check on it.”

“Please do. If it’s still available, I’d like to take it.”

Violeta had a unique perspective on roles. Since the theater play was only a way to pass the time, Eugene supported her choice.

The next day, he brought good news.

The male role in ‘Love Dream’ hadn’t been cast yet, and Violeta could take on the part.

However, cross-dressing for the role would be challenging.

The performance needed to be flawless, and the actor’s skills had to be top-notch to avoid disaster.

For Violeta, playing a male role was a new and exciting challenge.

The production team agreed to let her try out the role, but she needed to dress up first to test the look.

Irene was a seasoned opera performer, so there was little worry about her ability to handle the role.

Violeta looked stunning in both women’s and men’s clothing. In men’s attire, she conveyed a blend of charm and masculinity

Her transformation didn’t come across as awkward or overly feminine but instead radiated a youthful and vibrant energy.

With her clear eyes, slender build, and gentle smile, she perfectly captured the essence of a young man in ‘Love Dream’.

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Finding a man like that in real life was nearly impossible- such perfection usually only existed in dreams.

The director was pleased with Violeta’s appearance.

After discussing with the production team, she returned to enlist her mother’s help.

Though Irene had acted before, she had never played a male role

However, she introduced Violeta to a renowned cross-dresser, who helped Violeta learn how to portray a handsome man.

Rehearsals for the play stretched over two months.

Each day, Violeta attended the theater to practice, and she also had to memorize her lines.

Unlike TV dramas, which could be edited and dubbed later, live theater demanded clear speech, good articulation, a strong voice, and an engaging tone to ensure the audience heard every word.

At first, it was quite challenging. The schedule was tight, the workload was heavy, and the standards were high.

Violeta had never undergone such intensive professional training before, especially since it was her first attempt at cross-dressing.

Without any shortcuts, she had to put in a lot of effort and learn from her teacher.

Despite the difficulties, her hard work paid off. By the end of the first rehearsal, she performed admirably.

Not only did she look striking in men’s attire, but she could also lift and spin the female lead with ease.

The female lead, who had only been in the industry for three years, was thrilled to play the female lead for the first time and act alongside Violeta.

During rehearsals, seeing Violeta in her male costume sparked her feelings of admiration and genuine emotion.

Irene stayed by her daughter’s side throughout the rehearsals.

She understood the immense effort required, knowing that such impressive performances were the result of extensive hard work.

Initially worried that Violeta might not endure the demanding process, Irene had prepared many encouraging words.

However, she was pleasantly surprised when Violeta never complained about the difficulties and continued to persevere.

Watching her daughter improve over the two months, Irene felt as though she was making up for lost time by witnessing Violeta’s growth and achievements.

By the end of the training, Violeta’s posture and demeanor had greatly improved, and her line delivery had become much better.

Her gaze also developed significantly.

In acting, the eyes were crucial for conveying emotions.

The two months of rehearsal proved worthwhile. After the final rehearsal, they had dinner together and scheduled the performances for the middle of the month.

Love Dream was set for seven shows. Tickets sold out almost immediately once they became available.

Violeta was aware that most of the ticket buyers were her fans. She wished there were more true theater enthusiasts interested in seeing her perform.

Unfortunately, her dedicated fans dominated the ticket rush. Still, she was relieved that the play would be recorded and streamed online, making her feel content.

Eugene took advantage of the buzz, promoting Violeta on trending search lists to boost the popularity of ‘Love Dream’.

On the eve of the performance, Violeta was backstage changing into her costume with Irene by her side.

“Vio, I’m so thrilled to have been here with you these past two months and to see your growth. I’m incredibly proud of you,” Irene said.

The two months of rehearsals felt like Irene was making up for missing out on Violeta’s early years.

Violeta’s eyes glistened with emotion as she hugged her mother. “Mom.”

Irene patted her shoulder and sighed. “Time flies. My little girl has grown up.

“I’ll be in the audience tomorrow, cheering you on. I’m also your biggest fan.”

Violeta felt grateful for the second chance in life, allowing her to make up for past regrets.

The next evening, the official performance began. The theater was packed, and the atmosphere was electric.

While many attendees came to see Violeta, their admiration only grew after experiencing her performance.

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When ‘Love Dream’ was officially announced, it shocked everyone that Violeta would be cross-dressing as a man.

The news stirred up a lot of chatter online. Some people dismissed it as a gimmick to boost ticket sales and doubted the quality of the performance.

The debate online before the show even began was louder than the excitement surrounding it.

Few top-tier celebrities in the industry chose to do theater work.

Theater performances didn’t generate as much money as other types of work, and the pay was much lower compared to other acting jobs.

Despite that, Violeta opted to take on the challenge.

The first performance went off without a hitch and received numerous positive reviews online.

Unfortunately, no recordings were allowed during the show, so there were no leaked clips to share.

Although some online comments praised ‘Love Dream’, others were quick to mock it.

“It’s laughable. All the people praising the play are her fans. They’re blindly supporting her.”

“Those who genuinely appreciate theater couldn’t get tickets, and those who did were all fans. So what’s so special about fans praising their favorite actor?”

“It’s funny. Is she trying to showcase her acting skills? She could have chosen a prominent female role, but she opted for a male role, which seems strange.”

“Even though there have been notable cross-dressing performances before, I have low expectations for Violeta.”

Critics also questioned Violeta’s acting abilities and felt it was odd that a newcomer had won the Best Supporting Actress Award. Many believed Lydia deserved it more based on experience.

Violeta’s fans defended her, but their efforts were overshadowed by widespread online criticism.

Fans of other celebrities also jumped into the fray, causing a significant online uproar.

Some people who hadn’t even seen the play pretended to have attended and spread negative rumors about the performance.

“I went to see it live, and I couldn’t watch it at all. Violeta’s performance was hard to watch. Her cross-dressing was quite off-putting.”

The online opinions kept shifting.

Even though Violeta’s choice to act in a play was well-intentioned, she faced significant backlash, with many accusing her of being pretentious.

People criticized her for seeming more sophisticated simply because she decided to take on a theater role. They considered it an act of hypocrisy.

Violeta had always enjoyed a successful career since her debut, but now that she was in the spotlight, critics and internet trolls seized the chance to attack her.

The level of scorn she faced was comparable to the criticism Tracy received for her acting.

Tracy, a rising star in the new generation, was heavily criticized for her acting skills, which had become a widely accepted opinion online.

However, despite her shortcomings, Tracy’s acting wasn’t as poor as people made it seem. At least she had graduated from the Film Academy.

Despite the harsh criticism, Tracy endured it without saying anything.

Now, Violeta was in the same position, facing criticism. When her fans defended her, they were often dismissed as mindless supporters.

Despite the negative buzz, the show continued as planned. It was the first time Violeta had faced such severe criticism since her career began.

Eugene was concerned that she might struggle, but she remained composed. She slept well and performed as usual the following night.

The high level of online activity didn’t affect the actual performance, and the tickets sold out quickly. The intense interest also brought a lot of attention.

It remained to be seen whether Violeta could handle this wave of popularity.

The online videos of ‘Love Dream’ would be released only after all live performances were done as part of a marketing strategy.

If the videos were available too soon, the theater tickets might not be in such high demand.

So, Violeta had to endure the criticism until the show was over.

Despite not having faltered, many with ill intentions wanted to see her fail.

Violeta had exceptional resources, and various artist teams were keen to bring her down.

Not only the new generation of celebrities but also other rival celebrity teams hired internet trolls to join the controversy, including Zelena and Hattie.

The criticism Violeta faced was meant to challenge her resolve. If she couldn’t handle it, it would be seen as a sign of weakness despite her reputation as a top actress.

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“Violeta’s Downfall.”

“Violeta’s Cross-Dressing Fail.”

Those hashtags trended for three days straight.

Aside from Zelena, the person most thrilled by this turn of events was Lydia.

Lydia’s team had always been at odds with Violeta’s.

Not long ago, Lydia was in the spotlight for a relationship scandal that caused quite a stir, leaving her worried about how to handle the fallout.

Unexpectedly, Violeta sent her a gift.

Violeta’s rising popularity quickly overshadowed Lydia’s scandal, shifting public attention away from Lydia’s problems and focusing instead on Violeta.

It was a stroke of luck for Lydia!

Taking advantage of the situation, Lydia fueled the controversy further.

While high popularity brought many benefits, it also attracted a fair share of critics. The path to success was rarely smooth.

Many people thought Violeta’s choice to take on a theater role was a mistake, believing it would ruin her career.

Despite her success with ‘Nirvana and Rebirth’ and ‘The Quiet Ode’, the cross-dressing controversy seemed to tarnish her reputation, with the entire internet mocking her.

Lance mentioned to Eugene, “Shouldn’t we do something to manage the damage? Don’t let it spiral out of control.”

Eugene took a sip of his drink and replied, “It’s too late for that now. Trying to remove the topic from trending will only stir up more trouble.”

Lance asked, “So what’s the plan?”

Eugene chuckled. “To achieve great things, sacrifices must be made. Can you guess how this situation was set in motion?”

Lance frowned, suddenly realizing something.

“Did you orchestrate this whole mess?”

Eugene poured the wine and clinked glasses with him. “The time for rehearsals is too long.

“I can’t bear to waste the time in vain.”

Rehearsals and performances had already taken almost as much time as shooting a movie.

After so long without exposure, Eugene wouldn’t let Violeta’s popularity dissipate in vain.

Lance finally understood. “Well, well, you even kept it from me!”

Eugene chuckled. “Well, you know me. Although I started the mess, it became an uproar because there’s a lot of envy in this circle. Those people are ruthless.”

He knew how to handle popularity expertly. Even if it meant letting Violeta be criticized, he believed the criticism would eventually lead to benefits.

That was why he was the super-agent.

Lance asked, “Aren’t you worried Violeta might end up like Tracy, nearly driven to depression by the criticism?”

Eugene replied confidently, “No, she’ll be fine. I trust my judgment.

“Alright, drink less. You’ve got work tomorrow.”

He set down his glass and prepared to leave.

After the play was aired online, he expected the public opinion to shift.

As Eugene was about to leave, Lance’s voice rang out.

“Violeta’s rise in popularity is overshadowing Lydia’s relationship scandal.”

Eugene paused, turned, and said, “It’s just fate.”

Lance smiled.

Eugene then left the office.

Being Lydia’s former agent, Eugene’s motives were unclear. Lance couldn’t quite figure him out.

He put the unfinished wine away for another time.

The seven plays concluded with all tickets selling out.

The new play ‘Love Dream’ was a huge success, surprising everyone with its strong performance despite the short preparation time. Even scalpers drove ticket prices to record highs.

All of that was closely linked to Violeta’s influence, highlighting the immense power of popularity.

However, ‘Love Dream’ also faced its share of controversy.

After the play ended, the theater decided to release the full version of ‘Love Dream’ online.

Violeta took the opportunity to rest and reflect.

The theater experience gave her valuable insights into acting, serving as a hands-on learning experience.

Despite the online criticism, she chose to ignore it entirely.

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When public figures reach a certain level of fame, they inevitably face intense scrutiny.

Anyone could voice criticism.

But once ‘Love Dream’ was broadcast online, those doubts were likely to fade away.

Violeta was confident in that.

However, Aster was frustrated with the online criticism.

“These people haven’t even seen the show. Why do they spread rumors online? It’s infuriating.

“If our colleagues hadn’t set the tone, this wouldn’t have blown up so much.

“By the way, Ms. White, our rising popularity seems to have unintentionally overshadowed Lydia’s relationship scandal.”

Violeta paused for a moment. “Lydia’s relationship scandal?”

Aster explained, “Yes, there were speculations online about Lydia’s boyfriend from some blurry photos. Despite the photos being unclear, it was obvious that Lydia was with a man.”

Violeta hadn’t paid much attention to this issue, as she was busy preparing for her play.

Aster, who liked to gossip, added, “I heard Lydia solved the issue

by buying the photos from the paparazzi for 600 thousand. There’s talk that her boyfriend is a director’s son, but it’s uncertain if that’s true.”

Such rumors rarely spread without reason.

Violeta lowered her gaze.

At that time, ‘Nirvana and Rebirth’ was stuck in the review process.

Hayden discovered that a report had been filed, and they were verifying it, but the process was unusually slow.

Violeta knew the report came from Zelena.

However, Zelena lacked the authority to delay the review, so

Violeta suspected someone else was causing the delay. But she couldn’t pinpoint who it might be.

Aster’s comments gave Violeta a clue.

The only conflict with ‘Nirvana and Rebirth’ was ‘As Soon As We Meet’, which Lydia featured in.

And now, there were rumors about Lydia’s boyfriend, a director’s son.

Violeta realized that Lydia was likely behind the delay.

She took a sip of water. She didn’t seek conflict, but in the world of fame, pure altruism was rare.

There was only one lead role and limited resources. If Violeta

wanted them, others would miss out.

Opportunities were limited. If everyone got a piece, then everyone would be A-list celebrities.

At the start of the month, ‘The Lies in Winter’ was released, and the full version of ‘Love Dream’ was made available online.

With a runtime of one hour and forty minutes, people who missed out on tickets could now watch it online.

Within a single night, ‘Love Dream’ racked up over a billion views.

Online opinions shifted dramatically.

“The Charming Violeta in Cross-Dressing.”

“Violeta Lifted the Female Lead With One Hand.”

Without prior clips, people had believed the initial rumors.

But now that the full version was available, fans and video editors shared exciting highlights of Violeta in ‘Love Dream’, attracting attention from those who weren’t initially interested in theater plays.

Those who were already interested in theater plays couldn’t wait to watch the complete version.

The final reviews were overwhelmingly positive, with a full five-star rating.

Fans who previously defended Violeta now saw widespread praise even from non-fans.

“Violeta is a new A-list star who won Best Supporting Actress for her debut. In her early 20s, she handled a theater role exceptionally. I don’t understand why she was mocked before.”

“To those who criticized ‘Love Dream’ earlier, why aren’t you speaking up now? Share what you think is good about it.”

“Some of Violeta’s scenes were amazing. I couldn’t tell she was a woman in disguise. She’s even cooler than some men!”

“She portrayed a handsome man convincingly. It’s great. Female viewers will surely appreciate it.”

Chapter 440

Because it’s a character in a dream, everything about it is just too perfect. So, being perfect means it deserves criticism, right?’

Some people say that this role is too perfect. It’s a dream character, so if it’s not perfect, what’s the point of the dream? What’s the point of a subpar dream, right?’

Violeta’s fan base remained steady.

Even though there was some criticism before, Violeta’s fans didn’t dwindle; they actually increased.

In the eyes of some internet users who aren’t swayed by trends, the fact that a popular star takes the time to perform in a play is already a really admirable thing.

Whether the performance was good or bad, at least Violeta made the effort.

Many others wouldn’t be willing to do that.

After ‘The Lies in Winter’ premiered, its box office broke nine hundred thousand dollars in just one week.

With only a one-month release contract with the theatres, hitting nine hundred thousand dollars in the first week was an excellent result.

This was Kaylee’s debut film, and she was extremely concerned about its box office performance.

A month later, the total earnings reached 4.8 million dollars.

Kaylee was stunned with surprise, unable to believe it sold so well!

Nobody initially had high hopes for ‘The Lies in Winter’. During the casting calls at school, no one even bothered to line up.

And now, this film, which was considered a flop, achieved such impressive box office numbers!

Of course, over 4.5 million dollars might not be a big deal in the grand scheme of the film industry.

But considering the film’s budget was just over 150 thousand dollars and all the directors and actors were complete newcomers.

This performance was incredibly impressive.

Mr. Mason’s name became well-known in the film industry because of this film.

Just as Violeta had predicted, Mason’s career took off from here, and he would eventually reach great heights.

The success of ‘The Lies in Winter’ showed investors that there was a market for niche, healing, and refreshing films.

Young people today face a lot of pressure.

Life in a small village is warm and cozy.

With no pressure, such films are perfect for relaxing before bed or during weekends, providing a moment of peace and healing.

Mason made a strong debut.

Mason’s success led the other actors in ‘The Lies in Winter’ to see their worth rise, too.

They were no longer unknowns in the industry.

Among them, Evelina Drayton, the lead actress of ‘The Lies in Winter’, skyrocketed in popularity because of her role as Joanne.

She was trending on Facebook for two days, and her fan base grew by three million.

Kaylee, playing the third female lead, Eugene, a friend of Joanne from the same village, also gained a lot of new fans.

Additionally, Violeta was the first prominent celebrity to publicly congratulate ‘The Lies in Winter’ on its box office success on Facebook.

As Violeta’s friend, Kaylee benefited from her association with Violeta and surpassed Evelina in fan growth.

This indirectly stole some of Evelina’s spotlight, which made Evelina a bit jealous, but she didn’t show it.

Since Kaylee and Violeta are good friends, Mason had sent a private message to Violeta before. Still, she never saw it, and they didn’t get a chance to meet in person.

Mason wanted to use Kaylee to get introduced to Violeta. Kaylee was happy to help, so after getting Violeta’s permission, she gave Mason Violeta’s WhatsApp contact.

Once Mason added Violeta on WhatsApp, he said, “Hi Violeta, I’m Mason.”

Violeta replied, “Hello, Mr. Mason.”

Mason replied, “Thank you for promoting ‘The Lies in Winter’ on Facebook. I hope we can collaborate in the future if the opportunity arises.”

Violeta sent a simple reply with a handshake emoji. “Sure.”

The brief chat ended there.

Mason was on his way to becoming a renowned director.

Building a good relationship with him at this stage was definitely beneficial.

A few months later, new actors gained prominence in the industry thanks to ‘The Lies in Winter.’

Kaylee’s debut surprised Zelena.

Kaylee had actually made her debut!

And she did it with a film.

If Zelena remembered correctly, in the previous life, Kaylee hadn’t debuted but had gone into teaching and stage acting.

In this life, things have changed quite a bit.

How did Kaylee end up in ‘The Lies in Winter’?

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