Rebirth vs. Rebirth Tragedy to Triumph by Violeta and Zelena [[Chapters 531, to 540]] – Daisy Novels  

Chapter 531

The guest list for The Lodge was finalized, and it included Nolan and Polly.

However, because Spring in Moon City, where Nolan and Violeta were a couple, continued to be incredibly popular, many fans were still enthralled by their on-screen chemistry. As a result, their appearance on the show would be postponed to avoid clashing with the peak of the show.

Polly was excited about the chance to be on the variety show with Nolan. Wanting to honor Violeta’s kindness, she decided to push harder this time.

She resolved to be more proactive and assertive, not letting her usual politeness hold her back as it had in the past.

No matter the outcome, she was ready to accept whatever came her way.

Following the fallout between Tracy and Evelina, Winona dug into Tracy’s background.

Her persistence paid off as Winona discovered who was the “deputy head of channel” backing Tracy.

It turned out to be someone from Orange Channel.

“This person is very protective of Tracy,” Winona reported. “Orange Channel is almost like her personal resource pool; she can get on any show she wants.”

Winona didn’t just identify Tracy’s benefactor; she also managed to obtain some insider photos.

Jenny asked, “Winona, does this man have a family?”

Winona replied, “Yes, he’s married. His home life seems stable, but he still looks for fun elsewhere. That’s not unusual.”

She showed the photos she had gathered.

“This guy, Davy Gray, not only provides resources for Tracy but has also purchased property for her. It’s clear she’s earned his favor.”

Evelina felt a stab of envy upon hearing this.

Tracy was incredibly fortunate to have such a generous sugar daddy who provided both resources and financial investment.

Although Jasper wasn’t bad, Evelina always felt he wasn’t truly interested in her.

In contrast, a man who was both financially generous and emotionally invested seemed far more appealing.

Shania commented, “If we reveal this to Davy’s wife, Tracy might find it difficult to stay in the industry.”

Winona responded, “It’s risky. You’d need to be prepared to sever all ties with Tracy.”

Evelina set the photos aside with a cold determination in her eyes. “Send the photos anonymously to his wife and let her handle that b*tch, Tracy.”

Winona raised her brows. “Are you sure?”

“Just make sure it’s done discreetly, so there’s no way to trace it back to us. If Davy really cares about Tracy, he might even assist her. Haha.”

Shania agreed. “Exactly. Tracy barged into the lounge and confronted Evie openly, showing no regard for us. It’s time she learned a lesson. She can’t just act like a mistress and get away with it.”

Winona paused, then nodded in agreement.

“Alright, since everyone is on board, I’ll take care of it.”

On August 8th, celebrations were in full swing.

The event took place at the Majestic Hotel, with luxury cars. lining the streets and a host of prominent figures, wealthy business tycoons, and high-ranking officials in attendance.

The crowd was enormous, including family members from both sides and friends accumulated over the years.

The entire five floors of the Majestic Hotel were booked for the event.

The grand wedding made headlines, with the arrival of Bentley cars and more, and was trending on social media.

There was media on-site, and Irene went out to greet the guests.

Violeta had initially planned to attend, but Irene asked her to stay on the second floor. As Violeta relaxed with tea upstairs, the main floor was bustling with guests.

Soon, Hayden and Liam joined her upstairs.

“There you are.”

“Hey, you’re here. Sit,” Violeta said.

Liam, holding a glass of juice, settled down next to her and remarked, “I heard there’s going to be fireworks tonight.”

Violeta nodded. “Yes, Niall arranged them, and there’s even a drone show.”

Liam responded, “That sounds impressive. I bet this will make it into the trending topics.”

Violeta smiled. “It already did.”

In her past life, this lavish wedding had made headlines for its extravagant dowry of 300 million.

The Cohens were a distinguished military family, and Elaine, their only daughter, was now a prominent news anchor.

Niall, a major oil tycoon, was marrying her, creating a high-profile union.

The wedding had drawn almost every major high society family from Quinston, as well as numerous influential figures from the entertainment industry.

Some wealthy guests arrived with their spouses, while others brought well-known models and stars.

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The first floor was exquisitely decorated, featuring a traditional Chesian wedding theme of abundance, characterized by violet hues and golden accents.

Irene, dressed in a delicate pale gown, stood at the entrance, welcoming guests alongside Anton. It was impressive how she maintained such a slim and graceful figure despite her age.

Anton and Irene wore coordinated outfits.

As his friends arrived, Anton stepped forward to greet them, offering cigarettes and engaging in conversation with a few familiar faces.

The atmosphere was vibrant and upbeat.

Inside the hall, many guests were taking selfies and posting them on Twitter, proudly showcasing their presence at the Whites’ wedding.

Kaylee, stuck in traffic on her way to the Majestic Hotel, finally arrived only to find that the driver struggled to locate a parking spot. To avoid risking damage to the luxury vehicles, he proceeded with caution.

Kaylee decided to get out of the car and let the driver handle the parking.

Upon reaching the entrance, she coincidentally ran into Zoren and Jasper.

“Kay!”

Kaylee turned to see them and greeted them with a smile, “Did you guys hit traffic too?”

Zoren approached. “We didn’t get stuck. We just had a hard time finding a parking spot.”

Kaylee replied, “There are so many luxury cars here. It almost looks like a car show.”

Jasper added, “Luckily, Niall had reserved a spot for us, but with so many cars, it took a while to find it.”

Kaylee thought that without the wedding, she might never have seen so many luxury vehicles gathered in one place.

Zoren looked Kaylee up and down and complimented her, “You look fantastic. Very fashionable.”

Kaylee had dressed up for the occasion in a rarely worn dress that highlighted her slender figure and radiant complexion.

With the summer heat, she had her hair styled up and carried a simple white clutch-elegant yet understated, reflecting her years in the industry.

Kaylee blushed slightly. “Are you teasing me?”

Zoren replied, “Not at all. I genuinely mean it. Let’s head inside.

“My parents got here early this morning and are probably already mingling inside.”

The three of them entered the banquet hall and greeted Irene and Anton. Irene glanced at Kaylee with a look of recognition.

Kaylee said, “Hello, Mr. and Mrs. White.”

Irene gave Kaylee’s shoulder a gentle pat and smiled. “Vio is upstairs. Go on up and enjoy yourselves.”

As they were heading in, Zoren grabbed a couple of candies and said to Kaylee, “Kaylee, our dog had five puppies. Would you like one?”

Kaylee’s eyes lit up. “She had puppies? I’d love to have one.”

Zoren responded, “Great, I’ll pick out the cutest one for you.”

Jasper teased, “And what about me? Hey, umph…”

Before Jasper could finish his sentence, Zoren popped a candy into his mouth. “Go away and play somewhere else.”

The milk candy was quite sweet. Jasper chewed a few times, glanced at Zoren, and fell silent.

As they passed through, a seasoned entertainment reporter spotted them and discreetly followed.

They reached the second floor, where Violeta and her friends were engaged in conversation.

“Vio.”

“Vio!”

Hearing her name, Violeta turned with a glass of juice in hand. “Oh, I’m here. Come on over.”

They quickly approached, but there weren’t enough chairs available.

Jasper grabbed a chair from a nearby table and brought it over.

“Why did you move up here?”

Violeta replied, “My mom asked me to come up. Have you seen the bride? Is she beautiful?”

Zoren replied, “We came up as soon as we arrived.”

Jasper added, “Didn’t you see the wedding dress photos? Niall posted them on Instagram.”

Liam commented, “Wow, it’s rare for him to post anything on Instagram.”

They continued their conversation.

The reporter who had followed them up also reached the second floor. Seeing them laughing and chatting by the window, he quickly snapped a few photos.

Satisfied with his work and thinking it wasn’t a wasted trip, the reporter turned to head downstairs.

At noon, the banquet commenced. Violeta went downstairs to meet Elaine in the backstage area.

Elaine was ready, with her veil in place, and Candice stood by her side.

“Elaine,” Violeta called out softly.

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Elaine turned with a bright smile when she heard her name. “Vio, you made it!”

Violeta approached her and said, “Elaine, you look absolutely radiant today.”

Elaine took a glance at her reflection in the mirror. “Do you really think so? This is my first time dressing up like this.

“Have you tried the desserts? Are they as sweet as they look?”

Violeta nodded in agreement. “Yes, they’re delicious.”

Elaine said, “Soon, I’ll be tossing the bouquet to you, so be ready to catch it.”

Violeta grinned. “Got it!”

She placed her hands on Elaine’s shoulders and admired the bride’s reflection. “You look stunning. Niall is truly fortunate to have you!”

Elaine smiled warmly. “You’re too kind.”

Candice, who was standing nearby, added with a smile, “Vio, it won’t be long before we’re celebrating your wedding. Your turn is coming up soon!”

Violeta shrugged. “Who knows when that will be?”

At that moment, a staff member entered and announced, “Bride, it’s almost time. Please prepare to make your entrance.”

Violeta replied, “Alright, I’ll let you get ready. The most beautiful bride in the world is about to see Niall!”

With that, Violeta left the backstage area.

The stylist helped Elaine put on an embroidered veil and guided her out according to the schedule.

After Violeta left, she went to the main hall, where the guests were already seated and eagerly awaiting the ceremony.

When Violeta took her seat, the music had already started.

She stood still, watching the entrance.

As Otis and Candice exchanged pleasantries near the door, Elaine walked down the aisle.

A photographer captured every moment of her graceful progress.

The Chesian wedding rituals were intricate, but the simplified version focused on the essential: the bride and groom offering tea to their parents. The hired emcee, a professional in the field, began speaking.

“Ladies and gentlemen, as we gather here today to celebrate the love and commitment of this beautiful couple, let’s take a moment to wish them a lifetime of happiness, joy, and endless love. May their journey together be filled with laughter, cherished memories, and abundant blessings!

“Here’s to a wonderful new chapter for the bride and groom- may every day be as special as today!”

Violeta couldn’t help but applaud.

Elaine and Niall, childhood friends who had overcome many challenges, finally got married on such a happy occasion. Anyone would say they were destined to be together.

The media hailed them as a perfect couple.

Right then, Hayden joined Violeta and remarked, “So this is what it feels like to see your loved ones so happy.”

The ceremony proceeded smoothly.

Instead of tossing the bouquet, Elaine handed it directly to Violeta in front of everyone.

For the children of the guests, small gifts were prepared, each valued at 800 dollars. Every child who attended received one.

Irene discreetly gave Violeta two additional gifts, which Violeta was pleased to receive.

During the wedding reception, many photos were being taken.

With Violeta present, numerous guests were snapping pictures of her. As the daughter of the Whites, her presence at the wedding was expected, so she didn’t mind the attention.

Twitter was abuzz with trending topics.

#VioletaAtTheWhitesWedding

#VioletaTheHeiress

Although many in the industry knew Violeta was the second daughter of the Whites, this news hadn’t been widely publicized.

When the news broke, it caused quite a stir.

‘Oh my goodness! I always thought Violeta had the grace of a billionaire’s daughter, but I didn’t realize she actually is one!’

‘Isn’t it incredible how times have changed? A billionaire’s daughter acting to entertain commoners like me. I’m in awe.’

‘I’m surprised so many people didn’t know this! The place where Violeta and her mom go to play poker is Quinston’s renowned high society afternoon tea spot. Getting a room there costs a fortune.’

Everyone attending the Whites’ wedding was from Quinston’s elite.

The event wasn’t solely about Violeta; other stars were present too, including Nolan.

Nolan also had a trending topic, but everybody had long known he was from an influential family.

His presence at the Whites’ wedding was overshadowed by the revelation about Violeta being a family member of the Whites, which was far more sensational.

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Twitter was buzzing with talk about the wedding.

Many were speculating, ‘It’s no surprise Violeta landed such high-profile endorsements so quickly-her family connections must have played a huge role.’

People like Hattie had heard about Violeta being a member of the Whites family but had never truly witnessed it until now.

‘Violeta being a billionaire’s daughter and choosing to pursue an acting career really shows her passion for the profession.’

‘A billionaire’s daughter working hard, while I’m just lounging around so embarrassing.’

Eugene seized the opportunity to capitalize on the excitement, promptly notifying the magazine to release Violeta’s cover shoot, aiming to generate even more buzz.

The magazine featuring Violeta was already in high demand, and fans were eager for copies.

With the recent surge in interest, sales soared even higher.

The theme of the shoot was old-money sophistication, featuring fashion that might appear old-fashioned to some but was a true hallmark of elegance and refinement.

The magazine’s editor-in-chief was delighted with the response.

The day’s schedule was packed with a lavish lunch, an afternoon of tea and poker, and an evening filled with a drone light show and fireworks.

Just when it seemed the morning’s excitement couldn’t be topped, a marketing account shared a photo of Violeta and others enjoying tea on the second floor.

The photo, taken by a journalist who had sneaked up with Zoren

and the others, sparked a flurry of online discussion.

‘Violeta and Kaylee are indeed close friends, surrounded by impressive people.’

‘Is that the heir of Ridge Group sitting next to Violeta?’

‘Wow, so many attractive men! I envy Kaylee for being in their company.’

‘Isn’t the guy on the far left the same one who was seen with Violeta in a car earlier? She said he was her brother, but many didn’t believe it.’

‘Isn’t that the CEO of Pet Haven? Zoren??’

‘It’s funny how people are spinning the story, Zoren is actually Violeta’s cousin! Zoren’s parents are siblings with Violeta’s parents. Not sure why the marketing account used her cousin for hype.’

‘Who’s the man sitting next to Violeta? Even though we only see half his face, he’s incredibly handsome.’

‘That’s Hayden! Back at Toland University, these four guys were legends. Hayden had a dual degree, including a minor in

Political Science, right?’

‘Unbelievable… ‘

The biggest winner from all this buzz was Pet Haven.

Violeta and her group stayed until the fireworks concluded before heading home to rest.

Since getting engaged to Elaine and meeting her family, Niall had bought a new property and moved out.

Violeta usually stayed at Liberty Grove when she was working but returned to the Whites’ home when she wasn’t.

Tonight, she went back to the Whites.

During the car ride home, Irene sighed. “It feels like something’s missing now that the big event is over.”

Violeta responded, “Mom, you’ve been pushing for Niall to get married. Now that he’s finally married, you’re feeling like something’s missing?”

Irene said, “I’m thrilled with Elle as my daughter-in-law. I just hope we’ll have a grandchild soon.

“Vio, when are you and Hayden planning to-“

Before she could finish, Violeta interrupted her.

“Stop, Mom. Don’t rush me. I’ve got it all under control.”

Anton laughed. “Vio, even if you never get married, I’ll support you.”

Irene shot him a disapproving glance. “I’m not trying to rush them. I just think that since they’re both of the right age and feel it’s the right time, they should think about making it official.

“Oh, Anton, I heard from Glen that Hayden will be transferred to the Ministry of Public Security next year …

Regarding Hayden’s situation, Violeta had only heard bits and pieces.

Essentially, Hayden was transitioning to a new role and had some exams ahead.

The Frosts had new plans for Hayden.

The Whites’ wedding came to a close.

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Violeta took a two-day break to recuperate at home. During this time, Hayden called her every day, and when he wasn’t on the phone with her, he spent his time practicing at the shooting range.

In the meantime…

Winona had sent photos of Davy and Tracy to Davy’s wife.

Consequently, Tracy found herself in a difficult position when Davy’s wife came to confront her.

Davy didn’t show up at the station the following day. There were rumors that his neck was covered in scratch marks.

When Evelina heard about this, she nearly burst into laughter.

“That woman! She had the audacity to cross me when she had dirty laundry. Serves her right.”

Jenny added, “Now that she’s lost her backing, let’s see how long she can maintain that arrogance!”

But neither of them anticipated what happened next.

After just a few days off, Tracy returned to the scene.

Reports from Orange Channel revealed that Davy had decided to divorce his wife!

He chose to leave her for Tracy, and his wife didn’t even make a fuss at the station, likely due to embarrassment.

To everyone’s astonishment, Tracy emerged as the ultimate victor in this scenario.

Evelina was incredulous.

She hadn’t expected Tracy, that cunning woman, to have Davy so thoroughly under her influence.

Although Tracy was back in the limelight, her situation wasn’t as ideal as Evelina had presumed.

After dealing with a few urgent matters, Tracy went back on hiatus for reasons that remained unclear to the public.

Evelina suspected that Davy’s wife had put some pressure on Tracy, forcing her to retreat for a while.

When Violeta heard about the situation, she and Eugene speculated on the matter.

Although they had no solid proof, they both suspected Evelina’s involvement.

Eugene sneered, “Evelina’s a lunatic. She’s just asking for trouble. Wait until Tracy makes her comeback.”

If they could figure out Evelina’s role in it, Tracy would likely have done the same.

However, what no one expected was Davy’s readiness to divorce his wife.

Divorce isn’t a trivial matter for a middle-aged couple.

Something must have pushed Davy to make such a drastic decision; there had to be more to this story.

Aster, standing nearby, shook her head in disbelief. “Has Evelina lost her mind? She’s really taking a huge risk with this stunt. She must have a death wish.”

Violeta reflected on the situation with Ava and lowered her gaze. “It’s not like Tracy has nothing to be ashamed of. She might not target Evelina.”

Davy had bought her a house, a second residence outside his marriage.

Tracy knew she wasn’t meant to be in the public eye, and if this scandal came to light, her first thought would be that she had made a mistake, allowing Davy’s wife to discover her.

As for Davy’s swift decision to divorce, Violeta speculated that his marriage had likely been devoid of love for years.

There had to be another reason that pushed him to choose Tracy so quickly.

A sudden thought crossed her mind. “Does Davy have any children?”

Eugene turned to Aster. “Aster, find out about that.”

After a brief search, Aster reported, “Davy’s wife gave him a daughter. She’s studying abroad in Poresaint.”

Violeta tapped her fingers on the table. “That explains a lot.”

Eugene’s expression shifted as he realized something important.

He looked at Violeta and said, “Could it be that Tracy is

pregnant with Davy’s child?”

Aster’s eyes widened.

No way…

That would be quite a scandal.

A week later…

The full cast for The Golden Age was finalized.

Violeta signed her contract, and Kaylee also received some exciting news: Mason had selected her for the project.

Mason had worked with Kaylee before, so despite having three candidates for the role, he ultimately chose her.

Violeta was preparing for her final major event before joining the cast: the 57th White Magnolia Television Awards in Xedon.

Dressed to impress, Violeta attended the ceremony in style.

Tracy, who had been on a break, also made an appearance at the awards.

She wore a custom designer gown with a fur wrap, radiating grandeur and sophistication.

Hattie, on the other hand, stuck to her usual style. She was originally supposed to walk the red carpet with Alaric, but following his recent scandal, Alaric had withdrawn from the industry altogether.

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Hattie walked the red carpet by herself, eager to see if Firelight would receive any awards this year.

Once inside the venue, Violeta’s seat was in the front row, with Hattie and Tracy seated behind her.

As Violeta made her way to her place, she cast a glance back at them. It felt strangely empty without seeing a familiar face in the crowd.

Zelena, meanwhile, was relegated to watching the event via live stream from Arlowand.

The ceremony began, and the awards were soon underway.

The excitement peaked when two seasoned actors took the stage to announce the major categories.

“And the award for Best Actress goes to…”

Hattie and Tracy, nervously watching from their seats, turned

their attention to Violeta in the front row.

“Violeta White for ‘Nirvana and Rebirth’!”

The theme music from ‘Nirvana and Rebirth’ played as Violeta rose from her seat. She made a graceful bow before ascending the stage to collect her award.

For her role in ‘Nirvana and Rebirth’, Violeta won the Best Supporting Actress Award for the second time.

Given the show’s success at awards ceremonies across Artea, it was no surprise she won again.

She accepted her trophy with poise and delivered a heartfelt acceptance speech.

The series had elevated many careers, including Brandon’s, whose song won Best Music Award the previous year.

In the audience, Hattie clapped with a hint of sarcasm.

Not only did her own Firelight miss out on awards, but Tracy’s ‘The Rose’ also went home empty-handed.

With two prestigious awards now to her name, Violeta’s status as a leading actress was firmly established.

Before the ceremony ended, Violeta’s second Best Actress Award became a trending topic.

#VioletaWhiteBestSupportingActressAward

Photos of Violeta holding her new trophy flooded social media.

In the car, Violeta, thrilled with her win, tweeted her celebration. Her fans were overjoyed.

Many of her followers had supported her since her debut in ‘The Quiet Ode’, and witnessing her rise to such heights was deeply moving. Supporting the right star felt like having a beacon guiding their way.

The significance was extraordinary.

With two Best Supporting Actress Awards in her collection, Violeta’s position as a top actress was now beyond dispute.

As Tracy was leaving the venue, she ran into Hattie’s team.

Given the recent scandal surrounding Tracy and Davy, which had stirred the industry but hadn’t yet gone viral on Twitter, the encounter was bound to be charged.

Davy’s influence remained strong, as Orange Channel continued to dominate the television industry, producing almost 80% of the top-rated shows and variety programs every year.

True to form, Hattie couldn’t resist making a snide remark at Tracy when she ran into her.

She glanced at Tracy’s dress and sneered, “That’s so last year’s style.”

Tracy’s choice of dress had its own significance, and Hattie’s comment didn’t bother her. She responded calmly, “You’re not so special yourself.”

Hattie shot back, “At least my dress is better than last year’s.”

Tracy chuckled. “I wasn’t talking about the dress. I meant you as a person.”

Hattie’s eyes widened in surprise as she said, “How dare you …”

But Tracy simply turned away and left with her team.

By the end of the month…

Hayden had been transferred to the Ministry of Public Security, and Violeta was preparing to start filming.

The Golden Age’ was set to be filmed in Jobus.

Violeta arrived in Jobus ahead of the shoot.

The script follows a group of thieves who arrive at a train station and check into a hotel, with scenes of their thefts and

background story interwoven. The filming locations would extend beyond Jobus, and the production was expected to span two seasons.

Perhaps only a portion of the shots taken within two weeks would be used in the actual show.

Having never worked with Mason before, Violeta was unsure what kind of director he would be, but she was ready to collaborate as much as possible.

Two days after Violeta’s arrival, Chad appeared in Jobus.

When Violeta saw Chad again, she thought she had mistaken him for someone else. Chad was a skinny man, but when shooting his last film, ‘The Island’, he had to buff up for the military character.

Unexpectedly, he had lost significant weight since his last film, with more pronounced cheekbones. His hair was shorter than it had been during ‘The Island’, and he even had a bald patch at the back of his head, which suited the character perfectly.

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Violeta barely recognized him.

“Chad?”

“Yeah.”

Chad nodded in acknowledgment.

Violeta blinked, clearly surprised. “What happened to your hair?”

Chad flashed a grin. “It’s for the role. How do I look? Like someone from a lower social class?”

Violeta nodded in approval. “You look even more down-and-out than I anticipated.”

Chad scratched his head and laughed. “Haha…

Suddenly, Chad’s stomach growled loudly.

Aster looked around, puzzled. “What was that noise?”

Violeta glanced at Chad’s stomach. “Are you hungry?”

Chad shrugged. “Yeah, I’ve only eaten an apple in the past three days.”

Violeta admired his dedication and patted him on the shoulder. “Impressive. I could learn a thing or two from you.”

At that moment, a car pulled up, and Mason stepped out.

“Chad, you’re here? Perfect. Violeta, why don’t you and Chad come to my room? We need to go over the script.

Both Violeta and Chad agreed. “Sure.”

Mason smiled at them and then scrutinized Chad more closely.

“Great job on the weight loss. Have you seen the set in Northfield?”

Chad had started his diet after what Mason told him last time.

The quickest way to lose weight was through hunger, and Chad had fully committed to shedding his former idol image for the role.

Violeta responded, “Not yet. I haven’t had the chance.”

Chad added, “I visited it before coming here. Is it newly built? It looks fantastic.”

Mason nodded. “Yes, about two-thirds of the scenes will be filmed there. Violeta, you should check it out this afternoon.”

Violeta acknowledged, “Got it, Director.”

Mason handed them the latest script revisions and discussed the roles.

The plot centered around a thieving couple, with the male lead handling the thefts and the female lead managing the selling of stolen goods.

Violeta’s character was a sharp-tongued woman who exploited others but couldn’t tolerate anyone taking advantage of her.

Having navigated the rough edges of society for years, she was skilled at surviving on the lower rungs of the social ladder.

Her look for this role was far from glamorous.

With heavy eye makeup, bold false lashes, and a low-cut neckline, she resembled a prostitute more than anything else.

Skilled predators often disguise themselves as their prey.

However, anyone attempting to take advantage of her would be making a grave mistake.

They shared a box lunch at the hotel.

In the afternoon, Violeta and Aster went to inspect the set in Northfield.

To match the script, the building’s exterior was made to look aged, covered in moss and ivy.

The staff were busy arranging furniture inside.

Violeta went up to the third floor and opened a window to look out at the bustling city below.

Aster’s voice drifted from behind. “Ms. White, constructing an entire set just for this shoot is quite a big investment. I wonder how much it costs.”

Violeta replied, “Invinne Group has the funds. The land belongs to their group.”

Aster joined Violeta by the window. “I wish this building were mine; I could become a landlord.”

Violeta’s gaze shifted when she noticed something. She paused and then said to Aster, “Do you see that car?”

Aster followed her gaze. “The Rolls-Royce?”

Violeta said, “If you get close to whoever owns that car, you might secure this building.”

Aster evaluated her own prospects and muttered, “Forget it. Instead of chasing unrealistic dreams, I’d rather win over Eugene. After all, the early bird catches the worm, as they say…

Violeta left the room, not catching Aster’s mumbling.

She went downstairs and was met by the production staff, who asked if she was satisfied with the lunch. If not, they could order from another hotel.

Violeta had no particular preferences and was about to leave when she stopped to respond.

“By the way, do you know who owns that car?”

The staff turned to look. “That’s Mr. Barnett’s car. It’s been here

for a while, but we haven’t seen him come down.”

The Rolls-Royce parked in the shade belonged to Archer. He was there to check on company projects.

Violeta’s expression sharpened as a sudden thought struck her. She quickly said her goodbyes to the crew and headed toward the Rolls-Royce.

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Violeta crouched down to peer through the darkened windows of the car, but the anti-glare film made it impossible to see inside.

She tapped on the glass. “Archer!”

There was no response.

Moving to the front of the car, Violeta looked through the windshield and spotted a figure slumped in the backseat- Archer.

Archer had a history of blood sugar issues and a compromised immune system.

In her previous life, Violeta had once rescued him from heatstroke on set.

She never expected to find him in a similar predicament this time around.

The Rolls-Royce was parked under a tree’s shadow, and the crew hesitated to approach, unsure of what was happening inside and choosing not to disturb him.

Those familiar with Archer’s health issues knew about his low blood sugar, but others might have thought he was merely taking a nap.

Time was of the essence in emergencies.

As Aster descended the building stairs, she saw Violeta trying to break the Rolls-Royce window with a rock. After several failed attempts, Aster was stunned.

Her eyes wide, she hurried over. “Ms. White, what are you doing?”

Even with a budget, they couldn’t afford to waste money like this.

Plus, wasn’t Violeta concerned about getting caught on camera?

A female star smashing a luxury car?

“Ms. White, think this through!”

Violeta didn’t have the luxury of time to explain.

Then, with a resounding crash, the glass shattered under the force of a brick.

Some shards of glass fell onto Archer’s face, leaving a small, red cut on his cheek.

“Mr. Barnett?

“Get him out of there! He’s unwell!”

Though Violeta wasn’t entirely sure of Archer’s exact condition, she suspected it was a blood sugar issue.

The crew quickly responded, helping to pull Archer from the car.

Fortunately, a medical team on-site was experienced with managing low blood sugar emergencies. They promptly used a glucose meter to check Archer’s blood sugar levels, confirmed it was dangerously low, and administered a glucose injection.

After some time, Archer’s condition improved.

In her previous life, Violeta had saved Archer, but someone else had received the credit.

This time, she stayed by his side, waiting for him to regain consciousness.

Aster, still bewildered, asked, “Ms. White, you were incredibly brave, even breaking the window. How did you know Mr. Barnett had low blood sugar? What if he was just asleep? We could have been in serious trouble.”

Archer was the CEO of Invinne Group, a figure with significant influence.

Offending him could jeopardize her role in The Golden Age.

Violeta shrugged. “If I got it right, he’d owe me his life. If I were wrong, I’d just buy him a new car and forfeit my salary for The Golden Age.”

Aster shook her head. “You really are willing to take big risks.”

Indeed, fortune favors the bold.

Archer had been unconscious in the car for a while. Though others had noticed something was wrong, only Violeta had taken the risk to break the window.

About fifteen minutes later, Archer slowly regained consciousness.

As he opened his eyes, he heard a calming female voice.

“You’re awake?”

Archer frowned slightly and touched his left cheek, feeling pain and a thin waterproof bandage.

“Your left cheek was cut by the glass. The medical team put on a bandage. You’ll be alright.”

Archer sat up and looked at Violeta. In a raspy voice, he asked, “Why are you here?”

Violeta crossed her arms and replied casually, “What, do you choose your saviors now?”

Archer responded, “That’s not what I meant.”

Violeta continued, “Why were you lying in the backseat during your blood sugar episode? Where’s your driver?”

Archer rubbed his temples. “I drove myself here. Where am I?”

He had driven himself but felt exhausted during the trip. He went to rest in the backseat and soon experienced numb limbs and cold sweat, symptoms of an impending episode.

He had attempted to call for help but likely lost consciousness before he could complete the call.

Chapter 539

Violeta said, “You’re on the set. The medical team administered a glucose injection to you.”

Archer responded, “Oh, thank you.”

Violeta dismissed his gratitude with a wave. “No need to thank me. Saving a life is worth more than a mountain of good deeds. Just remember, I saved you and expect you to repay me in the future.”

Archer looked at her with a mix of confusion and surprise.

Violeta asked, “What’s the matter?”

Archer replied, “It’s unusual to see someone so upfront about expecting repayment.”

While most people prefer to keep their good deeds private, Violeta was refreshingly straightforward about her expectations.

Violeta shrugged. “What’s the issue? Do you not want to repay me?”

Archer asked, “What do you want from me?”

Violeta replied, “I don’t need anything at the moment. You figure out how to repay me. Whatever you think your life is worth, that’s what you should give me.”

With that, Violeta rose from her chair. “Now that you’re awake, I’m heading out. Oh, and one more thing.”

She pulled a few pieces of candy from her bag that she got from the goodies bag at Niall’s wedding and handed them to him.

“Here’s some candy. Given your issues with low blood sugar, you should always have some on hand. Honestly, I’ve never met anyone with blood sugar problems who doesn’t take better care of themselves.

“Next time, if no one is around to help you, you might as well prepare for the worst.”

With that, Violeta walked out.

Archer looked at the candy in his hand.

Who said he wasn’t prepared?

It was just that the candy in the car had run out…

Soon after Violeta left, the stage manager entered.

“Oh, Mr. Barnett, you’re awake! I’ve already called Mr. Mason. Would you like to wait for him?”

Archer slipped the candy into his pocket, his face expressionless, and said coolly, “No need. I’m leaving now.”

The stage manager asked, “Huh? Don’t you want to rest a bit longer?”

Archer replied, “No need.”

The stage manager said, “But… your car was damaged. Are you sure you want to drive it?”

Archer frowned. “My car was damaged?”

The stage manager nodded. “Yes, Ms. White caused the damage… Shouldn’t you take a look?”

When Archer stepped outside, he saw the extent of the damage and sighed heavily.

A large hole had been smashed into the window next to where he had been lying, with glass shards scattered all over the seat.

While the car was still drivable, it was not exactly fitting for someone of his status to drive a vehicle in such a condition.

After all, he cared about his image.

The stage manager asked, “So, are you driving it or not?”

Archer gave him a sidelong glance and said, “I’ll wait for my driver to arrive before I leave.”

Because Violeta saved Archer’s life, Invinne Group made an additional investment of 300 million dollars a week later.

Including the initial funds from previous company collaborations, the total investment reached 1.3 billion dollars, not including additional sponsorships.

Within the designated timeframe, all actors were in place. The Golden Age officially began shooting on the 6th, marking a grand commencement.

The filming didn’t follow the chronological order of the story but used reverse and non-linear storytelling techniques. Violeta found working on this film to be a highly rewarding experience.

A month later, Quinston Bowling Club was opening a new branch in Dunivan City.

Archer, a board member of the bowling club, went on a business trip there and attended the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony.

The new manager from Dunivan was also present for the event.

The venue was adorned with cameras, red flowers, and decorative ribbons.

Shortly after Archer arrived, the new manager appeared.

His assistant approached him. “Mr. Barnett, the manager, has arrived. It’s time for the ribbon-cutting.”

Archer stepped out of the car and surveyed the area. He noticed a figure standing by the new store entrance-dressed in casual white clothing, wearing a cap, and a black mask.

The figure seemed vaguely familiar.

As the figure slowly turned around, their eyes met Archer’s, and the person greeted him with a warm smile. “It’s been a while, Archer.”

Archer’s brow furrowed. “You’re the new branch manager?”

“I am.”

Chapter 540

As the mask was carefully removed, a petite face emerged, smooth and flawless.

Standing before Archer was none other than Zelena, who had disappeared from the entertainment industry for several months!

Archer certainly remembered Zelena.

A few years back, during a campus competition, she had greatly irritated him.

Zelena had gone so far as to hire four people specifically to target Archer in order to catch his attention. Archer had been furious that day.

He didn’t do anything because he was a gentleman. Had Zelena been a man, he would have ensured she faced severe consequences.

He had a deep impression of Zelena.

Although they hadn’t been in touch since, Archer was aware that Zelena had later made a name for herself as a star.

Running into her here was quite unexpected.

Zelena gestured toward the store behind her. “This is my side business. What do you think?”

Archer smirked slightly. “You? Do you even know how to bowl?”

Zelena’s lips curled into a playful smile, her eyes sparkling with mischief. “How about we have a game after the ribbon-cutting?”

Archer replied, “Not interested.”

His presence at the opening was more out of respect for the bowling club’s general manager.

In reality, Archer wasn’t a fan of bowling; his father was the enthusiast. Archer had invested in the club and attended the event as a formality.

When it was time, they moved to the front for the ribbon-cutting.

Zelena leaned in and whispered, “I understand if you’re scared of losing. Is it so hard to admit you’re bad at something?”

Archer’s grip on the scissors tightened, veins standing out, but his expression remained unchanged as he completed the cutting and posed for photos.

As he prepared to leave, Zelena, noting his lack of reaction, said, “Archer, don’t you want to defeat me?”

Archer turned to face her, his eyes cold and slightly disdainful. In a steady, low voice, he replied, “Zelena, where does your confidence come from, thinking that this stunt would grab my attention?”

“What?” Zelena was momentarily stunned.

Archer tucked his hands into his pockets. “You know exactly what I mean.”

Many people had sought Archer’s attention over the years, from his school days to his professional career. He was surrounded by admirers constantly and had grown weary of such tactics.

Although he wasn’t sure of Zelena’s exact motives, he had no interest in her.

Zelena had misjudged Archer’s competitive spirit. She thought provoking him might get a reaction, but Archer remained unperturbed.

Feeling a bit disoriented, Zelena stood still as Archer got into his car and drove off.

She clenched her fists, realizing that influencing Archer was more challenging than she had anticipated.

She would need to rethink her strategy.

With Invinne Group moving into the film industry, winning Archer’s support would be a significant boost for her future projects.

She was determined not to miss this chance.

After returning from Dunivan, Zelena made a comeback and re-entered the spotlight.

Following her lengthy hiatus, her brief return was accompanied by a trending topic sponsored by her team.

Some of her previously scheduled events had been reassigned to other artists, while others continued under contract.

Due to a back injury, Zelena could no longer maintain the intense activity she had previously managed in variety shows.

With the successful release of Spring in Moon City, Zelena gained a new wave of film fans.

Her company restructured her career options, offering her a choice between two projects: The River’s Breeze, an urban ensemble drama, and On a Rainy Day, a period romance drama.

In fact, Zelena’s fees for variety shows were comparable to her film compensation.

Her former agency had even invested more to keep her in variety shows than on film projects.

Variety shows were Zelena’s comfort zone.

With equal financial reward, she would naturally prefer to continue in that field.

Zelena was a natural performer, and creating a persona on a variety show came easily to her.

Acting, however, required patience and considerable effort to achieve even a basic level of proficiency.

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