Rebirth vs. Rebirth Tragedy to Triumph by Violeta and Zelena [[Chapters 671, to 680]] – Daisy Novels   

Chapter 671

Winona’s heart raced as she steadied her thoughts. “Okay, I’ll go back and tell her to come in for another X-ray.”

After speaking, she stood up to leave…

As she reached the door, a thought suddenly struck her. She turned back to the doctor and said, “You do know that Evelina is a public figure, right? I hope you can keep this matter confidential.”

The doctor replied, “Don’t worry. It’s illegal for medical staff to disclose a patient’s condition without consent.”

“That’s a relief.”

Winona hurriedly took the X-ray and rushed over to Liberty Grove.

Meanwhile, Evelina had recently splurged on several luxury items and was at home applying a delicate makeup look, preparing to take a beautiful selfie to post on Twitter.

Winona rushed into her home, entering the code without pausing to change her shoes.

She called out urgently, “Evelina! Evie!”

Evelina was in her room taking photos when she heard Winona’s frantic voice outside. Rolling her eyes, she put down her phone and walked to the bedroom door. “Why are you shouting? I’m in my room.”

Winona rushed up to her, grabbing her hand with a worried look. “I received the results from the X-ray you took yesterday, and there’s bad news.”

“What news?”

“The doctor told me they suspect you might have a tumor in your stomach!”

“What?!”

Evelina’s pupils trembled, and her face turned pale in an instant.

Winona squeezed her hand reassuringly. “But don’t worry. The doctor only mentioned it as a possibility, you just need to go back to the hospital for another X-ray.”

Jenny was in another room, attempting to sleep, when Winona’s loud voice startled her awake. Yawning, she stepped out just in time to hear Winona say that Evelina had a tumor.

Taken aback, she exclaimed, “What?! Winona, are you saying Evie has a tumor?!”

Both Jenny and her sister were like leeches, clinging to Evelina for support.

The news that their host was going to die was nearly as frightening for them as it was for Evelina herself.

Evelina was overwhelmed by dizziness and fainted from the shock of the news.

“Evie, Evie!”

When she finally regained consciousness, she discovered she was in a hospital bed.

A faint ringing echoed in her ears as she slowly opened her eyes, still feeling weak.

At the bedside, a doctor and a nurse were discussing something when Winona noticed Evelina had woken up. She rushed to her side. “Evie, you’re awake! Doctor, she’s awake!”

The doctor and nurse turned their attention to Evelina.

“What happened to me?”

The doctor chose his words carefully, avoiding anything alarming. “You fainted again due to low blood sugar, Ms. Drayton. Your condition isn’t great, so please don’t rush to leave the hospital this time. It’s best for you to stay and rest.”

Then, the doctor and nurse stepped out of the room.

Winona gently patted Evelina’s hand. “Don’t worry. I’m here. Jenny will be back soon. I asked her to pick up some things for you. Just take care of yourself. I’ll step outside for a moment and be right back.”

As Evelina watched Winona leave the room, she saw her speaking with the doctor in the hallway, looking distressed.

After Evelina had fainted and was brought to the hospital, the doctors conducted a thorough examination, confirming that there was indeed a tumor in her stomach.

Moreover, the situation wasn’t very optimistic; it was highly likely to be malignant.

Evelina had worked hard and finally established herself as a first-tier celebrity on her own, only to receive such devastating news.

For Winona, as her manager, this was a significant blow as well.

After all, she was also Evelina’s cousin, and had been through so much together over the years, she felt the weight of the situation deeply.

Before long, Jenny returned to the hospital room, carrying some items and shutting the door behind her to block Evelina’s view.

“Evie, I brought you some cornmeal porridge.”

Meanwhile, on the other hand, Violeta had just wrapped up a day of promotions.

Exhausted, she got into her car for the ride back to the hotel.

Aster handed Violeta a thermos, and she tried it, savoring the sweet, nutty flavor. Peering inside, she saw the cornmeal porridge.

“Hehe, I made it in my thermal cooker, and it turned out pretty well!”

“Not bad. It’s delicious,” Violeta replied, taking a hearty sip.

Aster continued, “The movie is about to be released. I can’t wait! I wonder how much box office it will bring in.”

Violeta responded, “We can only do our best and leave the rest to fate. By the way, how long is Evelina’s leave? Has she returned to work yet?”

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Aster said, “Ms. White, you still remember Evelina? I heard from Eugene the other day that Winona took another leave from the company. Apparently, Evelina went for a medical check-up.

“With a body that’s just skin and bones, it’s definitely time for her to get a check-up. I suspect she has anorexia. She’s so thin, like she just doesn’t eat.”

Violeta quietly assessed the situation in her mind.

It seems that Evelina has been worshipping the evil spirit for quite some time.

She is getting thinner and thinner, which means that the thing has begun to absorb her essence.

Essence was the source of life. If the essence were damaged, the harm would be serious.

However, none of this was her concern.

Violeta handed her cup to Aster.

“I’m going to rest for a bit. Call me when we get to the hotel.”

“Sure.”

The internet was buzzing, and the film’s promotional clips were going viral.

In the middle of the month, The Golden Ages finally premiered, and it was a massive success.

On the first day of its release, the number of viewers surpassed ten million, with total box office earnings exceeding 90 million!

If this trend continued, these figures were likely to break the record for the highest box office earnings in the domestic entertainment industry.

Violeta and Chad’s names frequently topped the trending charts.

They had become the pride of Apex Entertainment. And Apex had never had a number one male actor, Chad was the first.

Their large promotional posters were transformed into celebratory graphics by the official The Golden Ages’ Twitter account.

The film’s success also elevated its supporting cast, including Kaylee, whose portrayal of the innkeeper’s daughter left a lasting impression on audiences.

As “The Golden Ages” skyrocketed in popularity, news of Evelina’s hospitalization quietly surfaced.

After all, she had been in the hospital for quite some time, and no matter how much they tried to conceal it, the truth was bound to come out.

With such an extended absence from work, the company would inevitably approach Winona for an explanation.

They couldn’t allow Evelina to remain on hiatus indefinitely.

Reluctantly, Winona had to inform the company about Evelina’s hospitalization and the diagnosis of the tumor.

Upon hearing the news, Lance appeared genuinely taken aback. “What? Is that true? If so, we should let Evelina focus on her recovery. The company isn’t in a hurry for her to return.”

Pressuring someone with a tumor to return to work was undeniably cruel.

Lance even gave Winona time off, urging her to focus on taking care of Evelina.

There were certainly enough people around to take care of Evelina during her recovery.

After reflecting on the situation, Lance chose not to disclose the news to others. After all, Evelina was still a public figure, and if it got out, it might become a hot topic again.

This news could still be kept under wraps.

With the overwhelming success of The Golden Ages, it was important not to let any negative headlines overshadow the celebration.

“The Golden Ages” was set to hit North Poresaint theaters a month later, fully entering the Orion markets, and the box office numbers were promising.

Mason’s value skyrocketed, resulting in multiple invitations to events across North Poresaint.

Violeta’s success was evident to everyone, and many couldn’t help but feel jealous.

After giving birth, Tracy quickly focused on her recovery and made her return to work.

However, by establishing her own studio, she found that managing business dealings wasn’t as convenient as it had been at Apex. She had to take on many tasks herself in the beginning, which left her feeling overwhelmed. Fortunately, Winnie was there to share some of the burden.

However, her physical condition after giving birth was far from what it used to be.

On top of that, she had given birth to twins. If she worked for a long time, she would often feel back pain and be unable to stand.

So Tracy complained to Winnie privately many times that she should not have given birth at the peak of her career. She felt that not only was she struggling to reclaim her previous success, but her body was also struggling to bear the burden.

However, now that the choice had been made, there was no turning back.

When The Golden Ages was out of the theaters, it surpassed a staggering total global box office of seven billion, with half of that coming from Chesia. This broke records in the domestic entertainment industry and placed the film in the top ten of global box office rankings.

Critics praised the film, calling it a captivating masterpiece filled with twists and thrilling suspense.

The entire cast of the movie enjoyed newfound fame and recognition.

With such impressive achievements, it was already evident that The Golden Ages’ cast would be showered with awards at next year’s award ceremony.

In the entertainment industry, Violeta had already attained the highest level of success.

However, the most significant change was seen in the other actors.

Kaylee had recently become extremely busy after wrapping up her previous project, Peninsula Tea, and collaborating on the promotional efforts for The Golden Ages. She had a private chat with Violeta. After reaching a certain level of fame, she became anxious.

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“The more famous I become, the more anxious I feel. I’m afraid that my future works won’t satisfy the audience, so I’ve become reluctant to take on new scripts.”

Kaylee never expected that “The Golden Ages” would achieve such impressive success.

It was worth noting that she had only been introduced to audition by Violeta.

The audition clips had been entirely improvised on her part.

In those early days, she was merely a struggling third-tier actress in the entertainment industry, and now everything felt surreal, almost dreamlike.

Rather than bringing her happiness, fame has made her more cautious and reserved.

“Since I started my career, I’ve always considered myself an ordinary person. Sometimes I would even go grocery shopping alone. But now, when I get home, I find paparazzi trailing me in cars. It’s terrifying.”

“Kay, you’re still in the adjustment phase. Just give it some time, things will get easier.”

Kaylee shook her head. “I don’t think I can adapt to this, so I’ve accepted a few theater roles to give myself some time to reflect.”

Experiencing the pinnacle of success was enough for her.

It was better than never having tasted fame at all.

Violeta replied, “That’s not bad. You’ve always wanted to act in theater.”

Kaylee smiled. “I’d also love to teach students someday, haha. I wonder if that opportunity will come my way.

“By the way, Violeta, have you noticed that Evelina seems to be making fewer public appearances lately? I heard she’s been hospitalized. What’s going on?”

Violeta replied, “Yes, ever since her last break, Evelina hasn’t returned to work. Something must have happened; it’s likely a health issue that put her in the hospital.”

Kaylee added, “I remember seeing her last time. She was practically skin and bones.”

Violeta said, “I can’t say for sure, but it probably isn’t something minor.”

Kaylee pondered for a moment, but couldn’t come up with anything. She spread her hands and lay on the sofa, looking at the ceiling and muttering, “Violeta, I’m thirty an age I once couldn’t imagine reaching.”

Violeta turned to her with a warm smile. “Is it bad?”

Kaylee sighed. “Time flies by so quickly. It feels like just yesterday we were students practicing tennis together. Lately, I’ve realized that life is speeding up even more. Maybe it’s because I’ve been so busy that I hardly have time to enjoy it.

“I’ve heard that the hot springs in Haland are great. How about we plan a trip there sometime?”

“Sounds good!”

“Oh, and Zoren proposed to me! He also wants me to find a time to meet his mom. Do you know what she’s like?”

“Are you talking about my aunt? She’s pretty nice. I remember she enjoys sour foods.”

As the excitement surrounding “The Golden Ages” gradually faded, it was replaced by fresh trends and new topics of interest.

Violeta’s resources are increasingly aligned with international opportunities. She received an invitation to appear on a foreign talk show and even flew to Klasey for the occasion.

As the daughter of the Whites, backed by an influential background, she spent a month in Klasey. Although she didn’t know many people, there were still those who eagerly welcomed her and helped her expand her connections.

It was true what they said: the world’s elite all seem to run in the same circles.

The mayor’s daughter in Klasey had formed a close friendship with Violeta, inviting her several times to exclusive debutante balls.

Photos from these events circulated online, igniting conversations among netizens.

“She’s an unmatched leading actress in the entertainment industry.”

“When I saw Violeta posing with the First Lady, it became clear just how she stands apart from other artists.”

“Her entrance into the industry is genuinely a blessing for the entertainment world.”

This year, Kaylee spent the New Year’s reunion dinner at Zoren’s family home, where he also welcomed her parents, hinting that their wedding might be around the corner.

Before the holiday, Violeta followed tradition and visited Grace. While at Grace’s house, she ran into the Nelson sisters, who had returned to the country to visit their master for the New Year.

Over the years, Violeta had maintained a close friendship with the sisters outside of work.

They were genuinely happy with Violeta’s accomplishments.

Unfortunately, none of the three had followed in Grace’s footsteps.

However, in the world of dance, talent continuously emerged.

Although Grace had only accepted the three of them as her disciples, her dance troupe included many skilled and

experienced dancers, ensuring that there would be no shortage of successors to carry on her legacy.

Nydia and Hazel had fully healed from their injuries, fortunately without any sequelae, though they could no longer dance.

Their family had funded the establishment of a studio abroad, allowing them to pursue projects that interested them.

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During her treatment abroad, Nydia formed a strong connection with her attending physician, and the two have quietly tied the knot, enjoying a very happy relationship.

As for Hazel…

“She still has a crush on Archer!”

“Who said that? I don’t! Stop making things up.”

Violeta chuckled. “Haha, it seems Archer is quite a tough nut to crack if she’s been after him all these years.”

Hazel pouted. “I don’t think I like him anymore. I just can’t shake the obsession of never having been with him.”

Nydia teased her. “Yeah, yeah. You’re just being stubborn. Once you see Archer again, you’ll fall right back under his spell.”

Violeta suddenly remembered that Archer still owed her a favor.

She smiled and said, “If you want it, I can help create an opportunity for you.”

Hazel’s eyes brightened. “Violeta, can you really help me?”

Violeta said, “He owes me a huge favor-one that could be considered a matter of life and death. Kaylee and I are planning to visit Haland for some hot springs after the New Year. I can invite a few friends to join us for a couple of weeks. If you want, I can reach out to him. Given the favor he owes me, he probably won’t refuse.”

Hazel replied eagerly, “Sounds great! Violeta, I really appreciate your help. I want to give it one last shot. No matter the outcome, I won’t regret it. If he turns me down again this time, then I can finally move on.”

Violeta nodded. “Okay.”

With Kaylee and Zoren’s wedding set to take place quietly at the end of April, they decided to embark on a trip beforehand, off to Haland for some hot springs!

The short getaway would last two weeks, with Hayden taking time off, Violeta ready to go, and even Liam and Jasper joining in. Hazel was also added to the group.

At first, Violeta asked the others to contact Archer, but, unsurprisingly, he turned them down.

She then had to pull out her trump card. Although Archer wasn’t sure what Violeta was planning, he agreed to take on the easy task. And he happened to have a place in Haland.

Violeta and her group would be staying at his home, taking advantage of the complimentary ocean-view accommodations.

They arrived by plane at the beginning of the month.

As the plane landed, Violeta took out her phone to record a daily vlog. She anticipated that even though they were traveling abroad, there was a good chance they would be photographed by paparazzi.

To avoid the risk of becoming trending news without their consent, Violeta thought it would be better for her and Kaylee to share their experiences openly.

In February, Haland still experiences snowfall.

Violeta and her group arrived at Archer’s property, conveniently located just a six-minute walk from the beach. The two-story traditional-style villa was quite nice.

Fortunately, there were enough rooms for everyone.

After settling into the courtyard, they divided the rooms.

Archer, Jasper, and Liam took the first floor, while Violeta, Hayden, Zoren, Kaylee, and Hazel settled into the second floor.

They had made reservations at a hot spring hotel with breathtaking views and plenty of nearby attractions to explore.

They took a lot of photos while enjoying the snow.

The large floor-to-ceiling window, the wine glasses, the open-air hot spring pool, steaming hot smoke, and the snowy forest outside.

After enjoying the hot springs that evening, they spent the night at the hotel and returned to Archer’s property the next day. That evening, they gathered for an outdoor barbecue.

Violeta’s phone captured countless moments that she intended to compile into a video to share later.

As expected, they encountered fans along the way. Violeta and Kaylee were recognized and happily posed for photos and signed autographs.

Violeta made several efforts to create opportunities for Hazel, who confidently initiated conversations with Archer.

However, it was clear that Archer had no interest in her. He hadn’t been captivated by her in their youth, and it was even harder for any sparks to fly now.

Hazel felt a bit disappointed, but as she had mentioned before, she wasn’t going to force anything.

That evening, they gathered on the second-floor terrace to enjoy some wine and chat casually.

Kaylee scrolled through her phone, looking at their photos. “Wow, this one turned out great! Violeta, send it to me!”

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“Sure.”

Violeta took Kaylee’s phone and sent her the photo. As she swiped through the gallery, she stumbled upon a photo with Hayden accidentally captured in it.

She cropped the photo to highlight only her face and the blurred silhouette of Hayden in the background.

On a whim, she decided to change her Twitter profile picture to this one, finding it surprisingly appealing.

Violeta and her friends’ trip to Haland was noticed by a fan who posted about it on Twitter, generating some buzz. Several people commented that they were also in Haland and hoped for a chance encounter with Violeta.

Shortly after, Zoren called from downstairs, “Kay, can you come down for a moment?”

“Hmm? Oh, I’ll be right there!”

Kaylee set her pillow aside. “Vio, I’ll go downstairs for a bit.”

“Okay.”

After Kaylee left, Violeta showed Hayden her newly changed profile picture. “What do you think?”

“It looks great, but that figure in the background…”

“That’s you, haha! I think you accidentally wandered into the shot while I was taking a selfie, and it left this cool silhouette. I find it quite artistic!”

“What about the other photos? Let me see those.”

Violeta handed her phone to him. “Take a look for yourself.”

Hayden scrolled through the photos, saving all the photos he liked.

Violeta took a sip of wine and looked up at the sky, watching as delicate snowflakes fluttered down and landed on her eyelashes. She blinked and said, “Hayden, I think it’s starting to snow.”

She stood up and dashed over to the railing.

“It’s really snowing!”

Hayden stood up and walked over, casually wrapping his arm around her waist.

Violeta glanced at him and said, “Snow has a special meaning for me.”

“What kind of meaning?”

“It seems like many important things in my life happened on snowy days.”

For instance, her breakthrough role in Nirvana and Rebirth, her first work, was filmed on a snowy day-the very project that marked her true entry into the industry and her rise to international fame.

There was also that time she was taken in by Terrel during a heavy snowfall.

However, the most significant memory was that every New Year, Quinston would be blanketed in snow.

Violeta spent the New Year at the White Residence. The house was very warm and she felt very happy every time.

Jasper walked upstairs carrying a tray of bagels and fruit. He spotted Violeta chatting with Hayden and hesitated for a moment, his gaze lingering before he quickly looked away. He set the fruit down and settled onto the sofa, saying, “This wine has gone cold.”

The two turned at the sound.

“Did they just bake these bagels downstairs?”

“Yeah.”

“I have to try one then.”

Violeta stepped forward and took a bite of the warm bagel.

Hayden took a seat beside her.

Violeta munched on her bagel, a thought suddenly striking her. “Jasper, I just remembered something. Do you know what’s going on with Evelina?”

Jasper replied, “Huh? Evelina?”

“Yeah. She’s in the hospital, isn’t she?”

Jasper shrugged nonchalantly. “I heard she has something growing in her stomach and needs surgery. They’re keeping the details private for now.”

Violeta’s eyes widened. “Something growing? A tumor?” Jasper shrugged lightly. “I guess so.”

Despite having once been in a relationship with Evelina, he clearly showed no concern for her situation.

Violeta teased, “She’s your ex-girlfriend. Why are you being so indifferent?”

Jasper didn’t even look up. “I have plenty of ex-girlfriends. If I had to worry about them all, I wouldn’t have time for my own life.”

Violeta asked, “What will happen to her contract if her illness isn’t treated?”

Jasper shrugged. “They’ll handle it as needed.”

It was a stark reminder of the industry’s ruthless nature.

Violeta shook her head. Ever since Evelina entered the circle, she had barely taken a break. Even after signing with Apex, she had worked nonstop all year. Now, just when she finally had the chance to rest, she faced such troubling news about her health.

It was indeed a tragic situation.

But whether it was karma was another question altogether.

Violeta took a few bites of her bagel but soon found she couldn’t eat anymore. Hayden took the rest from her and finished it off, along with the now-cold wine.

Jasper glanced at them and said, “It’s too cold. I’ll go downstairs. You two enjoy your time here.”

Violeta chuckled and pinched Hayden’s ear.

Hayden deftly tucked her hand into his pocket, saying, “Let’s go back inside. The snow’s getting heavier. We’ll probably have to shovel it in the morning.”

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“Alright.”

They spent time in Haland until the middle of the month and booked their flight to return home.

Hazel’s quest for love had officially come to an end.

That night, Archer made things clear to her-he truly had no feelings for her.

With that, Hazel finally let go of her obsession. Later, she told Violeta that she wouldn’t be returning home with them. Instead, she planned to go to Cascadia to visit her sister.

Violeta patted her on the shoulder. “There are plenty of good men out there.”

Hazel smiled. “Exactly. It’s not like no one is into me. No point in being hung up on him.”

Violeta nodded. “I’m glad you’ve come to terms with it.”

Hazel grinned. “I had such a great time hanging out with you guys. Oh, and in April, I’ll be going to Kay’s wedding. I’ll be waiting for yours! When’s the big day? Make sure to tell me the date.”

Violeta glanced at Hayden, who stood a short distance away, and laughed, “Nothing’s decided yet. I’m in no hurry. We’ll talk about it later.”

After Violeta updated her Twitter profile picture, it didn’t take long for Hayden to follow suit.

He changed his picture to a selfie of Violeta, sparking a wave of fan chatter.

“Ah, I knew it! They definitely went on that trip together!”

“Kaylee posted a bunch of photos on Twitter, and Apex’s CEO was there too. Looks like they’re all part of the same circle. Rumor has it there’s a vlog shoot. I wonder when Violeta will share it so we can feast our eyes on it.”

“I’m jealous! I wish I could travel with Violeta too.”

The footage from their trip was edited into a video and uploaded to Violeta’s Twitter once she got back to work. It quickly became a hot topic, gaining a lot of attention.

Violeta was likely the first celebrity to share a travel vlog.

The main cast of The Golden Ages skyrocketed in popularity.

Kaylee and Chad both rose to stardom, with Chad even surpassing Nolan in peak popularity during the film’s popularity.

However, after the initial buzz cooled down, things settled, and the frenzy wasn’t quite as intense anymore.

At this year’s Hundred Blossom Award, it was uncertain whether Chad would manage to outshine Nolan’s Whisper to the Mountain Spirit and claim the title of Best Actor.

Last year’s lineup was also filled with outstanding films.

Many film critics online were making predictions, with the consensus being that the strongest contenders for Best Actor were Chad and Nolan.

In the Best Actress category, the competition is particularly intense between Violeta and Hattie.

This year, several major awards ceremonies were almost taking turns. Whether The Golden Ages could win all the major awards depended on its performance.

This could be the peak of Violeta’s career.

What many thought was her peak right after her debut turned out to be just the beginning, as her true success came later.

It was also the peak of Kaylee’s career.

She was appointed as the ambassador for Pet Haven, representing the brand at multiple offline events, which greatly increased her popularity.

In March, Peninsula Tea premiered.

Though the show didn’t achieve blockbuster ratings, its quality kept the viewership steady.

This was Kaylee’s first lead role in a TV series invested by Zoren, resulting in a rise in her popularity…

For Kaylee, playing the lead role wasn’t what mattered most; she knew she could shine in supporting roles as long as the character was well-written.

She also understood that she didn’t naturally fit the mold for leading ladies.

Many years ago, when Mason cast her in The Lies in Winter, someone told Kaylee that he signed her primarily for supporting roles because she didn’t have the look of a typical lead actress. Hearing those words back then was undoubtedly disheartening for her.

Of course it did.

At the time, she was just a senior in college, fresh out into the industry with no connections.

However, after all these years, she has long since made peace with that comment.

Kaylee had continually relied on her outstanding acting talent to forge her path.

She was determined to show everyone that even in supporting roles, she could deliver performances that rival if not surpass those of the leading actors.

Once April arrived, a series of film awards began to roll in.

The first was the Splendor Awards, and when Violeta received her invitation, she felt a sense of finally getting what she had been waiting for.

The entire cast of The Golden Ages was invited to walk the red carpet.

Joining them were the star teams from several outstanding films released the previous year, including Whisper to the Mountain Spirit.

Hattie, the lead actress of Whisper to the Mountain Spirit, was naturally invited as well.

Although she should have felt thrilled, her joy was dampened by recent events. This year, during the New Year celebrations, she learned that Carl had discovered the situation with Harvey.

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Carl showed no kindness to her and her mother, even cutting off the card he had provided for Hannah.

This was his way of severing ties with them.

Hannah, in tears and snot, begged Carl for forgiveness, but he remained unmoved.

Amber emerged as the biggest winner, looking down from her lofty position at Hannah’s misfortune.

As long as she could drive a wedge between Carl and that b*tch Hannah, Amber was certain that Benson would never gain control of the Ridge Group.

There was no way Harvey would divorce Hattie, his ticket to a stable future, which led to a prolonged tug-of-war over their marriage.

Given her status as a public figure, Hattie couldn’t risk having Harvey air their dirty laundry; a scandal like that would ruin her career, leaving her constantly burdened by the situation.

She didn’t want to give Harvey any money, but he had her by the throat and left her with no choice.

As a result, Hattie was constantly at his mercy, and if this situation were to be exposed, it would be a significant blow to her career.

On the day of the awards ceremony.

Violeta, dressed in a white gown, walked in the center alongside Chad, with Kaylee by her side, as part of The Golden Ages filming team.

As they posed for photos, Violeta couldn’t shake the feeling that this moment seemed familiar.

It dawned on her that during their walk down the red carpet for The Island, she had stood in a similar arrangement with Kaylee and Chad.

Their second collaboration caused the online discussions among netizens to heat up.

“The Island earned Violeta the Best Actress Award. How many trophies will The Golden Ages bring home this year? I can’t wait to find out!”

“Are these three supporting each other, or is Violeta boosting their careers? They really do make a stunning trio together. I hope their friendship lasts a lifetime!”

“I was initially a fan of Violeta, but then I discovered the treasure that is Kaylee, and I’ve come to appreciate Chad’s acting skills as well. It’s rare to find male actors who follow Chad’s path. I hope we see more stars like him.”

“Violeta and Chad are now the two cash cows of Apex.”

Once they completed their walk down the red carpet, they entered the venue.

Soft music played in the background, and with the awards ceremony being broadcast live, several cameras were set up in the front rows, poised to capture every moment.

As the cast of The Golden Ages made their way backstage, they suddenly appeared on the livestream.

Meanwhile, Evelina, who was currently in the hospital, watched the broadcast intently from her bed.

She sat on her hospital bed, watching the livestream on her tablet.

She envied everyone, but she envied Violeta the most!

Why was she confined to a hospital room awaiting surgery while they got to attend the awards ceremony in Harbor City?

The torment of her illness had twisted Evelina’s emotions into a tangled mess.

As soon as all the guests completed their red carpet walk, the award ceremony officially kicked off.

The livestream switched angles, scanning over all the invited guests in attendance, before focusing on the two presenters who took the stage with their scripts in hand.

They began by handing out the smaller awards, gradually moving up to the major ones.

Occasional bursts of enthusiastic applause erupted from the audience, but the atmosphere truly ignited when the film categories were announced, marking a pivotal moment for the entire cast of The Golden Ages.

“The award for Outstanding Director goes to Mason Clarke from ‘The Golden Ages!”

Clap, clap, clap.

The audience erupted into enthusiastic applause.

Mason stood up and bowed slightly to everyone, embracing a few people nearby before making his way to the stage.

With The Golden Ages being only his second film and already achieving such success, he truly was a gifted director!

On stage, Mason delivered a brief acceptance speech, then kissed the trophy in his hand before making his exit.

“The award for Outstanding Scriptwriter goes to Caspian Halt from The Golden Ages!”

Clap, clap, clap.

And the award for Outstanding Cinematography goes to Leander Tate from The Golden Ages!

Clap, clap, clap.

“Oh! We’ve finally reached the most thrilling moment of the evening! The winner of this year’s Best Actor award is right here in my hands. But first, let’s take a look at the nominees for Outstanding Film from last year!”

The big screen began showcasing last year’s outstanding films, with The Golden Ages featured prominently alongside other movies. Among the most notable commercial films was Whisper to the Mountain Spirit.

There were also a few smaller art-house films from last year that stood out on their own as commendable works.

But if it were to be compared with this year’s contenders like Whisper to the Mountain Spirit and The Golden Ages, they simply weren’t that impressive.

Chapter 678

As the clips on the big screen finished playing, a strong sense of fate lingered in the air with the final drumbeats.

Violeta cast her gaze slightly toward the direction of Nolan. He was looking up at the screen, half of his face caught in the play of light and shadow. The sharp lines of his prominent nose exuded a certain elegance, and even his hair seemed to carry an air of detachment.

“Vio, who do you think will win Best Actor?”

“Hmm?” Violeta subtly averted her gaze, smiling lightly. “I’m not sure.”

Kaylee chimed in, “I hope it’s Chad. After two years of hard work, he deserves it.”

Violeta nodded in agreement. “Yes, that’s true.”

Anyone would do, anyone would be fine.

As the drumbeats gradually faded away, the lights returned to normal, and the two presenters on stage prepared to announce the winner.

“There were so many outstanding films last year! Now it’s time to announce the results! You go ahead.”

“Alright, I’ll take it from here.”

The presenter on stage slowly opened the envelope. Upon seeing the result, a bright smile spread across his face as his gaze shifted to the row of The Golden Ages team.

In a powerful voice, he announced, “The award for Best Actor goes to…

“The Golden Ages’s Chad Howell!”

Clap, clap, clap.

Cheers erupted, accompanied by the sound of drums and flashing lights.

Amid the cheers, Chad stood up, embracing those around him. Violeta leaned in slightly to share a hug. “Congratulations, Chad!”

“Thank you.”

He was overwhelmed with emotion as he made his way to the stage to accept his award.

After nearly a decade in the industry, this recognition as Best Actor was well-deserved.

On stage, with his eyes glistening, Chad expressed his gratitude to the entire The Golden Ages team, especially thanking Director Mason Clarke.

Amid the thunderous applause, he took the stage and descended alongside the two presenters.

The Golden Ages team had enjoyed a remarkably successful evening, already securing four awards.

If Violeta and Kaylee also managed to win awards, they would undeniably be the biggest winners of the night, walking away with at least six trophies.

Next up was the announcement for Best Supporting Actor.

Of all the awards, Kaylee looked forward to this one the most. She hoped the veteran actor, Ronan Wilder, would take home the prize for his role as her father in the film.

Today, he wore a stylish silver-and-black hairstyle paired with a tailored black suit, exuding a mature and powerful presence. Each line on his face bore the marks of time, telling a story of his experiences.

The group they formed was reminiscent of a distinguished family, making for a striking sight.

The stage welcomed a new pair of presenters to announce the next award.

“And the winner of this year’s Best Supporting Actor is … Oh, it’s my old friend! Haha, Ronan Wilder!”

“That’s amazing, Dad!”

Kaylee turned excitedly and embraced Ronan.

He returned the hug before heading to the stage to accept his award.

With this win, The Golden Ages team had now secured five trophies! What a night for them to shine.

Hattie, who was in the audience, glanced at the next door when

the camera wasn’t covering her, then quickly looked away.

D*mn it!

Would The Golden Ages team sweep the major awards tonight? If they did, wouldn’t that ruin my chances of winning Best Actress?

After Ronan accepted his award and exited the stage, the presenters continued to announce the Best Actress award.

Under Hattie’s eager gaze, the presenter on stage opened the envelope containing the winner’s name, smiling mysteriously. “If the winner is who I think it is, I must admit I’m a fan of hers too.”

“Really? Who is it?” the other presenter asked.

“Well, let me announce it now. The award for Best Actress goes to…

“Congratulations once again to The Golden Ages team, and to the leading lady, Violeta White!

“Violeta, don’t forget to give me an autograph later. My daughter has been asking for one!”

The audience applauded. This was the second time Violeta won the Best Actress award.

Hattie ground her teeth, yet she managed to keep her composure.

As Violeta walked up to the stage to accept her award, the camera followed her closely.

In the hospital, Evelina watched the scene with growing envy.

She didn’t want to witness Violeta receiving her award, so she slammed her tablet down to the side, turning it off.

Just then, Jenny walked in. “Evie, what’s wrong? Why aren’t you asleep yet?”

Evelina replied, “I can’t sleep. Have you found the doctor?”

Jenny said, “Winona is contacting them. I heard there’s a waiting list for surgeries, but this doctor has an excellent reputation. Once he arrives, I’m sure you’ll be fine.”

Evelina had to get better. Otherwise, how would they continue getting benefits from her?

Chapter 679

Evelina asked, “How long do we have to wait?”

As time dragged on, an unsettling feeling grew deeper in her gut.

She was eager to get the surgery done as soon as possible.

Jenny said, “If we follow the usual timeline, we might have to wait until the end of the year. But Winona mentioned that our CEO seems to be good friends with this doctor. They met when he was studying in Wiltonshire. Maybe we can use his connection to get the doctor to come sooner.”

Evelina’s eyes brightened. “Really? That would be wonderful.”

After all, she and Jasper had been together. He would likely be willing to help if she reached out, wouldn’t he?

Jenny nodded. “Weren’t you two together before? You were once lovers, so there’s bound to be some lingering affection. Why not give him a call and see how he feels about it? If he’s unwilling to help, then Winona’s efforts might be in vain.”

That made sense.

Evelina had the same idea as Jenny.

Without hesitation, she took her phone from under her pillow, found Jasper’s number, and dialed it.

Meanwhile, in the CEO’s office of Apex Entertainment.

Jasper was engrossed in the live broadcast of the Splendor Awards. On his computer screen, Violeta was delivering her acceptance speech, proudly holding her trophy.

Jasper leaned back in his chair, his long legs crossed and resting on the desk.

He absentmindedly played with an unlit cigar in his hand.

Just then, his phone suddenly rang. Glancing at the screen, he saw that it was Evelina calling.

Rather than rushing to answer, he let it ring for a moment before leisurely picking up the call.

“Hello?”

“Jasper, it’s me.”

“Is there something you need?”

Evelina’s voice came through the phone, sounding soft and vulnerable. “I’m sick. Can you come to the hospital and see me?”

“I don’t have time,” Jasper replied, ready to hang up.

On the other end, Evelina sensed his impatience. She cursed under her breath, feeling that he was truly cold and indifferent.

She hurriedly added, “Jasper, I need a favor. Dr. Henry Smith from Wiltonshire used to be your close friend, and he’s an expert in oncology. I want him to perform my surgery, but the wait could be until the end of the year, and I can’t wait that long. Could you help me out?”

“Henry Smith?”

It seemed that Evelina’s condition was quite serious. Otherwise, she wouldn’t have sought out Henry.

After a brief moment of thought, Jasper said, “I’ll have someone contact him for you.”

Evelina was happy with his response. “Really? Thank you so much, Jasper!”

But before she could finish her sentence, Jasper abruptly hung up.

It was obvious that Jasper didn’t want to waste any more time talking to Evelina. Helping her find a doctor through his connections was probably just a humanitarian act.

After all, Evelina was still an artist under Apex, and that carried some weight. Jasper’s willingness to help, even if just out of courtesy, meant a lot.

Though the call had ended, Evelina felt a sense of relief knowing he had agreed to assist her.

She couldn’t have the surgery right away, so staying in the hospital was pointless.

Evelina instructed Jenny to handle the discharge paperwork.

“Really? You’re getting discharged?”

“Yes.”

Evelina pushed back the covers and got out of bed, looking noticeably brighter.

“I’ll be leaving tomorrow.”

Jenny frowned. “Evie, why the rush? Staying in the hospital a bit longer could be better for your recovery.”

Evelina rolled her eyes at her. “I’m not going to die that easily!”

While Violeta was up on stage accepting an award, she was stuck in this hospital room.

Evelina felt unfair.

She refused to spend her time in the hospital feeling miserable and defeated.

Seeing that she couldn’t change Evelina’s mind, Jenny decided to inform Winona of the situation.

Winona was already preparing to handle Evelina’s discharge paperwork, so she agreed.

It was best for her to go abroad for the surgery with Henry, considering that the domestic environment wasn’t conducive to her recovery. The risks of this operation were significant. And any negative public opinion could hinder her physical and mental well-being.

Because Winona had approved the discharge, it was clear that they were leaving the hospital.

Jenny had nothing more to say.

At the Splendor Awards.

After Violeta concluded her acceptance speech and left the stage, the announcement for Best Supporting Actress commenced.

“The award for Best Supporting Actress goes to Kaylee Toback from The Golden Ages!”

Chapter 680

The applause was thunderous.

This time, The Golden Ages had truly swept all the major awards.

Kaylee went on stage to receive the award, holding up the hem of her skirt. She was almost choked with sobs and unable to speak. Violeta applauded her from the audience.

This was Kaylee’s moment of glory.

Meanwhile, Hattie rolled her eyes in disbelief at the scene, and the camera caught her reaction perfectly.

Many viewers watching the livestream caught Hattie rolling her eyes while Kaylee accepted her award, sparking a flurry of comments.

“Did Hattie just roll her eyes?”

“She didn’t get an award today, so she can’t handle it when others win?”

“It might not have been an eye roll, maybe her false eyelashes were bothering her. Let’s not jump to conclusions, okay?”

“Hattie definitely rolled her eyes! Hattie definitely rolled her eyes! Hattie definitely rolled her eyes!”

“Hattie rolled her eyes!”

After the Splendor Awards concluded, several trending topics surged to the top of the charts.

While the first few were all about The Golden Ages’ winning big, the hashtag about Hattie rolling her eyes also made its way into the trending list.

The moment belonged to The Golden Ages and their sweeping success.

Violeta was awarded Best Actress.

Kaylee’s victory was undoubtedly well-deserved.

However, Hattie’s eye roll became a focal point of discussion.

Many people on Twitter defended Hattie.

But many others criticized her for behaving unprofessionally as a public figure by rolling her eyes at the audience.

Hattie never expected that such a seemingly minor action would be caught on camera.

What a bad luck!

Hattie quickly brought in her PR team to handle the situation.

She insisted that she hadn’t rolled her eyes; she simply had some discomfort in her eyes at that moment.

However, her explanation fell flat.

Because a netizen happened to be recording and clearly captured the moment when Hattie rolled her eyes.

The evidence was undeniable. There was no room for argument.

With that in mind, Hattie decided to take a step back.

She had clarified her position, and whether people believed her was up to them. She figured it wasn’t a big deal. After a few days, everyone would likely forget about it.

Little did she know, she had underestimated Kaylee’s fans.

After Kaylee won Best Supporting Actress, riding high on her success, her fans couldn’t stand to see her being disrespected. They flocked to Hattie’s Twitter page to vent their frustration.

A fierce clash erupted between Hattie’s fans and Kaylee’s fans.

The argument escalated, with both sides determined to prove their point.

The more they argued, the more intense the rivalry became.

Kaylee’s fans somehow dug up some dirt on Hattie.

“Hattie was in cahoots with Zelena at Toland University. Zelena was expelled from Toland University, and Hattie isn’t innocent either; she helped bully other students back in school! Back then, Zelena falsely accused Kaylee of stealing, and Hattie must have been involved as well!”

“Is there anyone who doesn’t know that Hattie is already married? After her announcement, she quickly entered into a secret marriage with Harvey, and she still hasn’t made it public. Harvey spends all his time gambling, and it’s all funded by Hattie!”

“Hattie has absolutely no class! She claims it was just her makeup, but she was clearly rolling her eyes! Does she think we’re all idiots?”

“Stop spreading rumors! Watch out, or you might get a warning from her lawyer. Hattie isn’t even married!”

Kaylee’s fans were insistent that Hattie was already married, while Hattie’s fans insisted she was not.

The drama intensified with the emergence of new gossip.

“Isn’t anyone curious? Hattie is Hannah’s daughter. Who is Hattie’s father?”

“Do you really think Hattie is some kind of innocent sweetheart? In reality, she’s ruthless! Hattie was born to Hannah, a mistress to some powerful figure, and as for who that figure is, those in the know understand.”

The Ridges in Quinston weren’t just any ordinary family.

The source of the gossip was careful not to be too explicit; the implications were clear, and those who understood would look into it.

Once the rumor spread, it didn’t take long for people to start digging deeper.

As a result, the investigation revealed shocking truths.

It turned out that Hannah really was a mistress and gave birth to Hattie!

Given that Hattie carries the last name Ridge, the implications about her father become even more terrifying.

After all, wasn’t there a billionaire family in Quinston with the last name Ridge?

In an instant, the feud between Hattie and Kaylee shifted into a spectacle of gossip. Everyone became increasingly curious about whether Hattie was truly the illegitimate daughter of the chairman of the Ridge Group. They also became more eager to find out if she was actually married to Harvey.

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