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Some actors stated that the director could call them back at any time if necessary.
However, since it was a drama and not a movie, others decided to opt-out.
Among the actors who opted out was the deeply disappointed Lydia.
When Lydia eagerly prepared for the audition, she was suddenly informed that it had been canceled.
She thought she hadn’t met the requirements.
It turned out that Wendy decided to shoot a drama instead of a movie, which was the reason.
This was something Lydia couldn’t accept.
The studio called her and offered an explanation. “We haven’t decided on the rest of the cast for the TV series, except for the lead actress. If you’re still interested, I can help you.”
“No, thank you!”
Lydia refused flatly.
She wanted to transition to a movie, not drama.
Her stature was slightly behind that of the top actresses in the domestic entertainment industry. Why go through all the trouble of shooting a drama abroad? It was a waste of her effort.
She hung up and felt extremely disappointed.
All her preparations were in vain.
“Find out why Wendy abandoned the movie for a drama.”
“Alright.”
Actually, there was no need to investigate.
Soon, Wendy’s high-profile appearance at the airport made entertainment news. She quickly topped the trending news on Facebook.
Her assistant looked at the trending news in shock and said, “Lydia, look! Wendy appeared at the airport!”
Lydia rolled her eyes and mocked, “Are entertainment reporters having nothing to do now? Appearing at the airport is news.”
Her assistant shook her head, pointing at the phone. “No, it’s not in Glorialand. It’s at Quinston Airport!”
What?
Wendy has come to Quinston!?
Lydia immediately picked up her phone and checked the news.
The top trending news was indeed about the famous Glorian director’s appearance at Quinston Airport, which caused a frenzy among fans.
Along with Wendy, actress Violeta, who had just finished shooting in Glorialand, was another trending topic.
Photos from the airport mostly showed Violeta’s fans and the media waiting for her.
They didn’t expect to see Wendy show up at the airport, either.
In a brief video, fans let out screams on the side.
Meanwhile, the media swarmed in to interview them. Thankfully, the airport security managed the situation, or it would have been chaotic.
Violeta and Wendy got into a car and left.
Speculation online quickly exploded.
A popular entertainment vlogger conjectured, “Director Stokes mentioned a few months ago that she was preparing a movie. Now she’s arriving in Quinston with Violeta. Could they be collaborating?’
There were all kinds of guesses made online. Some media even called Wendy’s studio for information.
After the assistant read the news, she said disdainfully, “Didn’t the director say the movie was cancelled? How could she be collaborating with Violeta?
“Could this be Violeta’s team hyping things up again? What do you think, Lydia?” the assistant asked.
Lydia scrolled through social media.
She said, “It’s too early to conclude. The studio announced a change from the movie to a TV series. Could Violeta be collaborating with Wendy on the series?”
The assistant frowned and said, “Lydia, that can’t be. Maybe Wendy and Violeta’s meeting was coincidental?”
Lydia put down her phone and looked at the assistant. She questioned, “Coincidental? Did they happen to be on the same flight and then leave the airport in the same car? There’s no such thing as that many coincidences.”
Lydia firmly believed that this was no coincidence; she was convinced that everything depended on effort.
The assistant was at a loss for words and finally said, in resentment, “I’ll investigate what’s going on with Wendy’s TV series.”
At Apex Entertainment.
After arriving at the company, Eugene went to report to the higher-ups.
Violeta arranged to meet Danielle the next day.
Danielle’s internship at InkQuill Studio has turned into a full-time screenwriter position after working with Violeta.
It was a surprise for Violeta to bring in Wendy as the director.
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Violeta’s prowess was truly impressive.
The news spread like wildfire.
Half the entertainment industry knew about Wendy’s arrival.
Everyone was curious about her activities in Quinston. Could it be a new collaboration with an actor?
Since her airport schedule leaked that day, there have been no further updates. The buzz quickly faded and was replaced by other news.
Recently, ‘The Moon Belongs To You’ was generating significant attention. Despite facing negative reviews in its early days, the positive impact of a successful show proved beneficial to its two leads.
Hattie gained over three million followers on social media because of the series, and her fan base continued to grow. They expected the numbers to surpass six or seven million by the series’ conclusion.
Her fans spontaneously formed a support club, managing her online presence and promoting her news.
Hattie also received some decent endorsement deals.
Although the endorsements were not from luxury brands, they were still from upper- to mid-tier brands.
Jacques, the male lead, benefited even more.
His followers had already surpassed five million and were still climbing.
Jacques was handsome and the heartthrob of his film academy.
His acting in the series was commendable, though not extraordinary.
His professional training set him apart from other young actors of his generation. Furthermore, his added allure and character contributed to his popularity.
The studio capitalised on this by presenting Jacques as a sunny and innocent young man. This image resonated well with fans, and his merchandise, including magazine covers and other memorabilia, sold out rapidly.
Compared to Nolan’s classic and refined style, Jacques’s persona filled a niche in the industry.
His emergence filled this void and ensured he had lots of opportunities in the future.
Success brought confidence.
Hattie was experiencing the perks of fame for the first time.
There were many fans who followed her to every event.
Feeling elated, she declared, “With these numbers, I’m definitely winning the New Actor Award next year.”
Carmen was sitting in a nearby chair, browsing her phone. She replied casually, “Hattie, don’t get too excited. We haven’t surpassed the number of views of The Quiet Ode yet, and Violeta’s followers have already surpassed ten million.”
Hattie frowned deeply and asked, “Whose side are you on? Are you my manager or Violeta’s?
The drama gained popularity due to its simultaneous release and status as a web series!
“The Moon Belongs To You airs one episode a day, and it’s a TV drama. They’re fundamentally different and incomparable.”
Carmen said, “Times have changed. The gap between web series and TV dramas is narrowing. Mainstream awards have already embraced web series overseas. The New Actor Award is still up for grabs.”
Carmen’s words dampened Hattie’s mood.
Annoyed, Hattie snapped, “So you think Violeta has a bigger advantage over me?”
Carmen spoke honestly, “At the moment, Violeta’s career growth is indeed the best among the new generation. Her SEVITL endorsement alone puts her miles ahead.”
Not just miles ahead of Hattie.
Even the top stars of previous years didn’t secure luxury endorsements as quickly as she did.
Violeta had landed a top-tier endorsement within six months of debuting. Her feat was unprecedented.
“But we don’t need to compare ourselves with her. We have different paths and fields. Everyone wants to be first, but the second position often finds comfort.”
This was Carmen’s experienced perspective, sincerely shared.
However, Hattie clearly didn’t take it in.
“Second? I don’t want to be second. I want to be first!
“Is the SEVITL endorsement so great? It’s only for a year. There are a lot more luxury brands out there than SEVITL. I’ll definitely secure a top-tier endorsement, too.”
A week later……
Reverie Studio announced auditions for actors. The schedule was tight, requiring actor and actress Auratian to arrive in Quinston for auditions by the end of the month.
During this quiet week, Wendy, Danielle, and Violeta had in-depth discussions.
They made detailed adjustments to the script and character settings.
Initially, James offered them a private estate in Kligan for filming, but Violeta didn’t take it seriously.
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After much discussion, they realized that finding an existing luxurious location for the shoot was challenging. However, James’s estate in Glorialand emerged as the perfect choice.
After all, Glorialand was Wendy’s comfort zone, and filming there was well-suited to the script’s setting.
Thus, 80% of Nirvana and Rebirth were decided to be filmed in Glorialand.
The night before, Reverie Studio announced the auditions for the series.
Lydia had uncovered the reason behind Wendy’s visit to Quinton Airport.
It turned out that an irresistible force had prevented Wendy from making a movie and prompted a change of plans.
However, the person responsible for this change remained unknown.
The answer revealed itself quickly.
The next day, the studio announced that the lead actress for Wendy’s series was none other than Violeta.
Once again, Violeta had made a trendy search.
It became clear that their appearance together at the airport a week earlier was no accident or coincidence.
The two had a collaboration.
Moreover, Wendy and Violeta were working together.
Their collaboration was bound to be significant, even though the details were not yet known.
Lydia immediately understood.
It was Violeta who had convinced Wendy to change her focus from a movie to a series during their time in Glorialand.
Her assistant was furious. “Violeta did this on purpose. It might be Eugene’s way of getting back at us.”
Lydia clenched her fist.
This was the second time Violeta had obstructed Lydia’s path.
The first time was when Lydia returned from vacation and planned to make a grand entrance on Clio’s red carpet and secure the SEVITL endorsement.
Violeta stole the spotlight with her mermaid gown and even snagged the SEVITL endorsement.
And now, this.
Lydia had hoped to break into the movie industry with Wendy’s help, but that plan had been thwarted again.
She was furious.
Her assistant speculated, “Even if Violeta didn’t know about your plans to transition, Eugene surely did. He’s probably helping her as revenge for when we left.”
Eugene had been injured in Glorialand.
He had rested for a week upon returning to Quinston.
How had he gotten hurt? Something must have happened in Glorialand.
Lydia mused, “The movie has been in preparation for a long time. It’s not something one can abandon easily. Violeta must have negotiated some conditions with Wendy, or there’s more to this than meets the eye.”
The assistant said, “That’s truly wicked, and she uses such aggressive tactics. Violeta probably wants to secure the SEVITL endorsement and avoid any embarrassment.”
“What should we do now?”
This feud had deepened.
Lydia closed her eyes briefly. Her voice trembled slightly as she said, “Go through the scripts we received earlier. Calvin Vargas’s period piece seemed decent. It’s the second half of the year
now, and we can’t afford to waste any more time.”
“What? You mean we’re just going to let this go?”
Lydia’s frustration was palpable; her anger was rising.
She snapped, “What else can we do? Wendy isn’t making a movie anymore. Should I wait until she completes the series?”
The assistant felt deflated and said, “It’s just unfair. You worked so hard to connect with the director; everything was agreed upon, and then this.”
Lydia reached for the cigarette pack beside her. She lit a slim cigarette and tilted her head slightly as she did so. Lydia said, “I’ll settle this score with her, but not now.”
Violeta recruit Wendy for a collaboration?
Why didn’t she choose someone local? Perhaps there is something wrong with this series.
Lydia couldn’t figure out the exact issue with the series yet, but Violeta had obstructed her path. Because of her powerful backers, Lydia couldn’t openly retaliate.
However, there were many ways to make Violeta uncomfortable.
There’s a long road ahead. We’ll see.
With several months of filming ahead in Glorialand.
Violeta went home and spent two days with her parents.
One evening, the family enjoyed a harmonious dinner. Later, Niall and Violeta chatted outside on the lawn.
Niall’s phone rang. It was Elaine calling.
Niall walked away to take the call, while Violeta leaned on the railing and watched his shadow lengthen on the ground under the lamp’s glow. A small smile was playing on her lips.
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It would be wonderful for Niall to get married soon. After all, Elaine was a good person.
Before going to bed, Violeta chatted with Kaylee again.
She had secured a role in ‘The Lies in Winter’. Although Kaylee wasn’t the female lead, she got a significant supporting role with plenty of lines.
Kaylee had stayed home over the last few days to memorize her lines and lose weight.
In the winter, she’ll go to a small town in Crefron to shoot.
Violeta said, “It might be tough.”
“Oh, I’m looking forward to it, Vio.”
Violeta comforted, “Don’t worry. This show will bring you unexpected rewards.”
“I always believe what you say, Vio. I’ll wish you a smooth journey in advance.”
Before the end of the month, the production team had finalized some roles.
The team had yet to decide on a few key roles, such as the three vicious sisters in the bullying group.
They couldn’t find suitable actresses in the domestic industry; therefore, Reverie Studio turned its attention to the Glorialand actresses.
Glorialand had a wide selection of actors for such intense roles, and she offered them many options.
Violeta didn’t interfere with Wendy’s decision.
As scheduled, the team flew to Kligan at the end of the month.
Violeta had joined the production team.
Lydia also started shooting, notably alongside the newcomer Chad.
A month later, Zelena and Tracy wrapped up their scenes.
Zelena officially signed with Marina Media, the same company as Nolan.
During the six months that Violeta spent filming in Glorialand, all of her rivals faced one less formidable opponent.
Zelena finally returned with her work.
During Violeta’s absence, Zelena took the opportunity to climb higher in her career.
The day after she came back, Zelena had dinner with Hattie.
They ate at the same table, but each had different thoughts. They talked like best friends, with seemingly sincere words. In ‘Nirvana and Rebirth’, Violeta was the only Chesia actress.
The main cast consisted of Glorian actors, all of whom were villains.
In the show, they were scheming against each other and trying to bring each other down.
Off-camera, they sat together and enjoyed the fondue brought by Violeta from Chesia. The team often laughed and took photos together.
During her time in Kligan, Violeta picked up some basic Glorian.
Fruits were cheap there. In the first two weeks, Aster almost lived on durian, but later she broke out with acne.
The collaboration with Wendy was very enjoyable, and working with the Glorian actors taught her a lot.
Despite being abroad, Violeta continued to monitor the news from the Chesian entertainment industry.
‘Spring Isn’t Blooming’ had premiered, and the initial ratings were quite good.
Tracy was Zelena’s biggest competitor. Zelena grabbed a shampoo endorsement from her, causing Tracy to mock her on social media.
Their fans immediately clashed online.
Zelena signed with Nolan’s company. Marina Media, with Nolan as the company’s star, could provide ample resources for its artists.
Additionally, Zelena had people who were skilled and cooperative with promotional strategies.
Zelena’s career progressed rapidly with these strategies in place.
No one expected that ‘The Legend of Blind Detective’, which aired half a month later, would become another show that came out as a surprise following ‘The Quiet Ode’.
This drama had a turbulent production, but upon airing, it exploded with its novice period detective theme.
The premiere had an astonishing number of views and sparked extensive online discussions.
Tracy’s status soared past Zelena’s, and her fanbase grew significantly.
Violeta watched from the sidelines. She wasn’t surprised by the news.
Blind Detective was the first script she had her eye on.
Though she didn’t get to shoot it, seeing it presented perfectly to the audience made Violeta grateful for the crew behind it.
Kligan was nicknamed the ‘Rose of Glorialand’.
Filming took them to many places, and Violeta took the opportunity to snap lots of beautiful photos. Although she wasn’t in Chesia, she was active on social media.
Orion-style makeup was trendy in Glorialand.
The photos Violeta posted online were drastically different from her previous style.
Aileen was the first to repost and comment: ‘New style! Thumb up. emoji and flower.emoji.”
She was a photographer favoured by many fashion magazines, which indicated her approval with her repost.
That night, Violeta noticed that many models from the fashion industry started following her.
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Her new followers include a few bloggers who specialize in the fashion industry.
Eugene laid back in his chair as he picked up a piece of pineapple with a toothpick.
“When autumn comes, my flowers bloom and overshadow all others.”
Aster asked, “What did you say, Eugene?”
Eugene replied, “What did I say? Post more photos; I’ll arrange for those to appear on the trendy search.”
Aileen had reposted it, so there was no reason not to capitalize on this wave of popularity.
Even if she were not in the domestic entertainment industry, she could still be trendy on social media with just a beautiful photo.
It would infuriate her rivals.
That evening, Violeta was filming a night scene.
Her post on social media trended immediately.
‘Violeta’s Glorianland Makeup’
‘Violeta’s new drama makeup looks cool.’
After the post became trendy, numerous beauty bloggers and fashion media quickly followed suit.
Beauty bloggers began to imitate Violeta’s makeup, which caused a surge in popularity on short video platforms.
Fashion bloggers analyzed all of Violeta’s fashion resources since her debut and predicted her potential future direction.
The conclusion was that as long as Violeta focused on her career and didn’t stir up trouble,
She would dominate the fashion resources among her peers, even if she might not surpass her predecessors upon returning from Glorialand.
Violeta was filming.
Eugene also got himself busy. He made many friends and connections in Glorialand’s entertainment industry.
Tracy gained popularity with ‘The Legend of the Blind Detective.”
However, her acting has been criticized.
The drama gained popularity due to its outstanding plot, which was a rare suspense drama in recent years.
The storyline’s brilliance surpassed the characters, leading to widespread national discussion about the plot.
Tracy’s performance in the show was only passable. She joined the production team hastily and didn’t have enough time to prepare for the early stages of filming.
Her co-actor had made extensive preparations. He even studied the life details of blind individuals and portrayed the role to perfection.
Tracy’s shortcomings were evident in comparison.
Compared to her co-actor, Tracy’s acting was immature and failed to support the main character’s setting.
Although she gained fans from the show, she also received considerable criticism.
People commented that her acting was subpar, that she couldn’t cry on cue and would just stare blankly.
Additionally, the delicate relationship between Tracy and Zelena led many of Zelena’s fans to criticize Tracy.
Tracy’s first show labeled her as having ‘poor acting skills’.
She was very upset. Tracy said, “It’s strange. Zelena’s acting was bad in her drama, but no one criticized her. Why do people label me as a poor actress? Isn’t my acting better than Zelena’s? Hmph.”
Winnie advised, “Praise and criticism come together. Stay calm and don’t pay attention to those negative comments.”
Tracy rolled her eyes and chided, “Both dramas are popular shows. Why isn’t Violeta getting any criticism? Everyone is praising her.”
An assistant nearby interjected, “Maybe it’s because of the character. Violeta played Layla; she’s a cripple.”
Winnie added, “Although your drama is very popular, its fan conversion rate is not as good as ‘The Quiet Ode.’ It’s probably related to Wade. He might be a screenwriter, but he has many book fans and followers who also pay attention to Violeta.”
All in all, Violeta’s luck seemed better than Tracy’s.
While her drama was a hit, it couldn’t compare to ‘The Quiet Ode’ in terms of commercial impact for the artists.
Human desires were endless.
Initially, Tracy just wanted a lead role, but now she wanted more.
Tracy turned to Winnie and asked, “Do I have any endorsements?”
Winnie replied, “Yes, there have been quite a few recently. I still need to pick one.”
Tracy clarified, “I don’t mean those shampoo endorsements. I mean high-end ones.”
Winnie answered, “No.”
Tracy felt deflated.
When she noticed Tracy’s expression, Winnie instantly guessed her thoughts.
“Tracy, you seem to think this industry is simple to navigate. Just because Violeta secured top luxury endorsements doesn’t mean everyone can. Aside from that, she didn’t necessarily get them because of her drama.”
The fashion industry was much harder to break into than the television industry.
The fashion world heavily relies on connections. Without connections, it’s impossible to make a mark.
She advised, “Don’t focus on Violeta. Right now, Zelena’s team is hot on our heels. She’s our direct competitor.”
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“Alright then.”
Tracy had once believed that the only difference between her and Violeta was one successful drama series.
Now, she realized the gap was much wider.
No matter which company she was in, someone like Violeta would only make the boss happy, not her fellow artists.
A thriving seedling symbolizes the dedication of the one who nurtured it.
It would inevitably absorb the nutrients from the seedlings around it.
Being in the same company as Violeta was a misfortune for Tracy.
On the other side, Zelena was slightly tipsy after she attended a dinner party.
She got into her car and leaned back in her seat, pulling out her phone.
First, she checked out the trendy search. She immediately frowned when she saw Violeta’s name on the hashtag.
That bitch!
Despite her absence, she continued to appear in the popular search results. So annoying!
However, Zelena’s mood lifted when she saw a post on the front page criticizing Tracy’s acting skills.
The script for Blind Detective was excellent, and Tracy’s fame was starting to overshadow her.
Previously, Zelena had snatched an endorsement from Tracy. Then Tracy retaliated by taking one of Zelena’s advertisements.
Their career paths were similar, and they had started around the same time. It led to inevitable friction.
Zelena was determined not to let Tracy get ahead of her. She put her phone down and closed her eyes. Zelena asked her agent, “Trina, have the movie reviews been arranged? Make sure they focus on Tracy’s poor acting.”
“Don’t worry,” Trina reassured her. “I’ve hired five professional writers to write the reviews, as well as a few short video bloggers to create content. The buzz should pick up.”
Zelena smirked and said, “If we can knock Violeta off the trendy search, even better.”
Using negative reviews of Tracy to push Violeta off the trends was a two-for-one deal, delightful in every sense.
Just thinking about it lifted Zelena’s spirits.
Three months later, winter had arrived.
The filming schedule prioritized what could be shot first; therefore, the school scenes were scheduled to be filmed during the winter break.
There was a scene where Violeta was thrown around the playground and collapsed on the ground with wounds all over her body. She looked incredibly fragile on screen.
To keep up with the schedule, the crew worked through Christmas. Therefore, Violeta couldn’t go home to celebrate with her family.
Even though Violeta couldn’t return, her family could visit her in Glorialand.
Her parents missed her dearly. They decided to spend Christmas Eve with Violeta in Glorialand.
Violeta wasn’t the only one who couldn’t go home for a holiday to stay on schedule. The entire crew agreed on her fate.
When Anton and Irene arrived, they felt it would be awkward to invite only Violeta to dinner. Instead, they booked the entire restaurant and invited the whole crew for a meal.
That night, Violeta posted a few photos of the dinner on social media and wished everyone a joyful Christmas Eve.
In no time, the comments section was filled with fans’ blessings and messages of longing. Everyone eagerly awaited Violeta’s return after wrapping up the shoot.
Anton and Irene stayed in Glorialand for three days. They returned to their country before heavy snow grounded flights at Quinton Airport.
After seeing her parents off, Violeta continued filming.
After the holidays, the crew switched the shooting location between Kligan and Gario.
After a month, they finished the Glorialand scenes, leaving only twenty percent of the shoot to complete back home. Some actors wrapped up their roles.
Before returning, the main cast shot promotional posters for the series.
A Facebook page for the drama had been created.
Moreover, they posted the posters.
The theme was dark and somber.
Despite submitting a toned-down version for review, the mature content of the series prevented extensive promotion.
In her previous life, Violeta remembered that the lead actress of this series had been blacklisted.
While some of that was due to her personal relationships, the series’ content also played a role.
Violeta had to manage everything carefully to avoid repeating past mistakes and guard against malicious reports.
Therefore, the page was created much later. The information was kept tightly under wraps.
Only the poster has been released since its creation, with no other information supplied.
Outside of production, little was known about the drama.
Fans and industry insiders became extremely curious about the project.
Now that the account had posted the poster, people could only speculate on that.
This was Violeta’s second series, and the audience’s anticipation was steadily rising.
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Xedon served as the domestic shooting location.
Every day, Violeta needed to go to the set. Many of her fans would come to visit her.
Every now and then, fans would leak photos on social media. Even in the blurry images, Violeta’s beauty shone through and attracted many admirers.
The secrecy surrounding Violeta’s new drama had been well-maintained.
As a result, when the official account for the drama was revealed, enthusiastic fans quickly pushed it to the trendy search list.
Although it drew Violeta’s attention, it also caught the eye of those with ill intentions.
For instance, Zelena.
Zelena was first surprised by the drama’s title before laughing out loud when she understood its significance.
Her laughter startled her manager, who was riding in the car with her.
Trina asked, “Zelena, what are you laughing at? What’s going on with Violeta’s new drama? It’s been kept so secretive. I need to find out more about it.”
Zelena sneered, “No need to investigate. I know exactly what this drama is.”
Unbelievable. Violeta dared to take such a risky path.
She must be desperate to make a name for herself.
In the previous life, ‘Nirvana and Rebirth’ had been a sensational hit overseas.
It won numerous awards due to its popularity.
However, it was also notorious for its overly provocative storyline. Chesia subsequently blacklisted the actress who played the lead role.
Does Violeta believe that her family’s influence can protect her and allow her to do whatever she wants in Chesia?
A single complaint about this drama’s inappropriateness would swiftly lead to its removal.
But soon, Zelena grew suspicious over something.
If she remembered correctly, this drama was scheduled to air at least two years later.
How was it broadcast so quickly?
Moreover, Violeta wasn’t the original actress in her previous life; it was someone else.
In this life, Violeta’s career development differs significantly from Zelena’s memories.
This made her suspicious.
Previously, Zelena had assumed that her own rebirth had altered Violeta’s life path.
Now, Violeta was involved in the production two years ahead of schedule.
Something is definitely off.
A terrifying thought flashed through her mind.
Zelena’s pupils constricted suddenly.
Perhaps I wasn’t the only one to be reborn?
The possibility sent chills down her spine.
Trina was still waiting for Zelena’s answer. She nudged her shoulder and asked, “Lena? What are you thinking? Tell me, how do you know about this drama? Where did you learn about it?”
Zelena’s eyelashes fluttered slightly, and goosebumps appeared on her skin.
She avoided the topic and said, “It’s cold. Turn up the heat in the car.”
Trina responded, “The temperature’s been the same. Are you getting sick?”
She forced a stiff smile at Trina.
Zelena replied, “It’s nothing. I’m just guessing. Look at the poster. The colours are dark; it must be about the dark side of human nature. Given the secrecy, the themes are likely sensitive.”
Listening to Zelena’s analysis, Trina found herself agreeing more and more.
“Yeah, now that you mention it, sensitive themes aren’t easy to air in Chesia. Director Cress had a film that’s still shelved because of that.”
Zelena wasn’t paying attention to Trina’s words.
She turned to look out the car window, her expression heavy.
If her suspicion was correct, this was no trivial matter. She began to sweat.
Violeta had also been reborn, and she had been putting an act with me all this time.
That b*tch is toying with me!
For now, Zelena couldn’t be sure if Violeta had indeed been reborn.
She needed to find a way to confirm it.
The shooting in Xedon came to an end.
Wendy had completed her work, yet a significant amount of post-production work remained.
They needed to edit a full version, as well as a tone-down version for backup.
Having been out of the spotlight for most of the year, Violeta was determined to attend the film festival at the end of the month.
After wrapping up, Violeta took a break to prepare herself for the film festival.
During this period, Eugene arranged for Violeta to endorse a highly popular navigation app. Violeta was to record her own voice prompts for the app.
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The company had initially considered Hattie for the advertisement.
During Violeta’s absence, Hattie participated in a reality show. Though it was just one episode, her performance garnered quite a bit of attention and won her some fans.
The good reception painted her as a beautiful and kind-hearted girl next door.
Therefore, the map advertisement initially targeted her.
Unexpectedly, Violeta had returned to Chesia.
The brand immediately shifted its focus to Violeta’s team.
The brand had made Hattie’s team do all the work, but Violeta was chosen in the end. Hattie was furious when she found out.
“Why didn’t that b*tch stay in Glorialand and die there? Why has she come back and taken my spot? With the film festival coming up, I can’t lose to her on the red carpet!”
Violeta’s Glorian makeup was a huge hit, and she had made her name in the fashion world.
With the film festival approaching, SEVITL had sent her a gown to choose from. Many high-end brands also offered her gown, and her choices were broader than ever.
Naturally, having other brands send dresses as a goodwill gesture was very nice.
However, as the spokesperson for SEVITL, and given the brand’s generous gesture of providing haute couture gowns, it would be quite disrespectful for Violeta to choose another brand.
One must know how to be grateful and considerate.
Violeta faced online mockery last year after attending Clio’s charity night, but SEVITL resolutely announced her as their spokesperson.
Violeta wouldn’t be ungrateful and burn bridges.
As a result, Violeta opted to attend the film festival in SEVITL’s dress.
Among the eight gowns, she picked a champagne-colored, strapless gown. Through the thin veil of the skirt, her long legs were vaguely visible through the skirt’s thin veil.
The dress was perfectly tailored. The design was both elegant and eye-catching, with a subdued, luxurious colour.
Although it was strapless, it revealed just enough without being inappropriate.
Diamonds were scattered across the gown. Violeta’s waist-to-hip ratio appeared even more perfect as the waist, cinched tightly, accentuated her already slender figure.
This film festival appearance was just to show her face. Violeta didn’t have any film work, so she would just sit in the audience.
But having not attended any events for over half a year, her team placed great importance on this appearance.
Violeta was getting ready for the night.
Eugene stood behind her, his gaze fixed on her neck. He mentioned this to Aster, who was standing beside him. “Do you notice something’s missing?”
Aster followed his gaze and nodded.
“Indeed, we’re missing the jewelry. If we could land a luxurious jewelry endorsement this year, that would be perfect.”
No matter how gorgeous and luxurious a couture dress was, without the right jewelry, something always felt amiss.
Last year, Lydia’s little black dress paired with a large gemstone necklace was particularly striking. In group photos with other actresses, she stood out confidently.
But jewelry wasn’t like dresses.
Through connections, one could borrow dresses, but without brand sponsorship, borrowing jewelry was nearly impossible.
Jewellery was too valuable; clothes could be remade, but jewelry couldn’t.
If lost, it would be a huge problem.
“Violeta’s fame is not quite there yet. Let’s wait a little longer. The brands will come knocking soon enough.”
That evening, the film festival was set up magnificently, with constant flashes of cameras that almost lit up the night sky.
The order of the red carpet appearances was prearranged by the festival organizers.
Celebrities without works to receive awards were just
audiences. Naturally, they wouldn’t compete for the red carpet spotlight.
Artists with works to promote mostly walked the red carpet with their entire crew.
For instance, Nolan’s film ‘Froze’ last year.
A group of attractive actors and actresses walked the red carpet with the director, Austin Cress. The director stood in the middle, flanked by Nolan and Polly.
Violeta’s red carpet slot was somewhere in the middle.
She was dressed in a champagne-colored gown, and when she appeared, all the attention was on her. Violeta smiles gracefully. Her look was impeccably perfect.
The national TV channel broadcasts the film festival live.
Under the high-definition camera, her skin appeared flawless, radiant, and delicate.
Her makeup was slightly different from last year’s Clio red carpet, highlighting her stunning features.
Countless fans flocked to the fan hub.
After a brief appearance, Violeta walked away and disappeared from the screen.
Chapter 389
The time on the red carpet wasn’t long because the award ceremony was the main event of the night. Soon, people began posting pictures of all the celebrities on the red carpet on social media.
It was a visual feast for the fans, filled with attractive celebrities.
Fans from all over came together.
Photos of the new generation of actresses were the highlight of the discussion.
‘Violeta’s look on the Clio red carpet last time was unforgettable. I still think it’s legendary.’
‘Tracy and Violeta both work as artists for the same company, but Tracy’s fashion resources are significantly lacking. While Violeta is already wearing haute couture, Tracy is still wearing premium brands. I hope the studio works hard to catch up!”
‘The entire cast of Froze looks amazing! I’m hoping my bro wins Best Actor!’
‘Violeta has such good fashion resources. I think this outfit is another first-wear.’
‘Lena looks stunning!’
‘Did Hattie make it into the luxury brand this year too?’
‘Nolan is just so handsome; his charisma is unmatched in the industry! I love him.’
‘Wow, Hattie is gorgeous.’
Inside the venue, Violeta changed into another dress.
With the guidance of the staff, she arrived at her seat.
Her gaze swept over the nameplates on the seats around her, and she noticed several familiar names.
Hattie was on her left, Zelena was on her right, and Tracy was across the aisle.
All four of them had debuted around the same time. Therefore, their seats were arranged next to each other.
In terms of status, Violeta was the only one holding top-tier luxury endorsements, while the others were not.
Therefore, Violeta’s seat was directly under the big screen, while the others were off to the side.
Not long after, Zelena and the others arrived. Violeta sat upright, not sparing them a glance.
Zelena wore a light pink luxury dress that accentuated her beautiful figure.
Over the past year, Hattie had also made it into a high-end brand, but she still couldn’t reach haute couture.
She might not be much compared to Violeta, but she stood out among Zelena and Tracy.
Zelena glanced at Violeta with a look of scrutiny and wariness before sitting down.
The four of them sat in the same row, each with their own thoughts.
Violeta was the only one earnestly watching the awards, while the others were preoccupied with their own schemes.
Tracy felt the most bitterness.
She envied Violeta’s excellent resources within the same company, was jealous of Hattie’s wearing a luxurious gown, and couldn’t stand Zelena, who debuted at the same time as she did.
Hattie didn’t regard Zelena or Tracy at all, focusing solely on surpassing Violeta.
After walking the red carpet, Hattie hurriedly hired a water army to praise her, even though her dress wasn’t haute couture.
The commotion she created was bigger than Violeta’s haute couture, and those water forces even used the hashtag #outshine.
Zelena, conversely, continued to wonder if Violeta had
undergone a rebirth. It was a question that had troubled her for many nights.
The award ceremony officially began, with the host holding a script and taking the stage.
The audience erupted into applause. Violeta joined in.
The cameras knew what the audience was interested in and deliberately panned over Violeta’s row.
In front of Violeta were Nolan and several renowned actresses from the film industry. Although these veterans didn’t have the same popularity as the new generation, they still had a loyal fanbase, contributing to viewership and box office numbers.
Lydia was still filming and couldn’t attend the film festival.
However, her peers, adorned with haute couture jewelry and fashion resources, outshone the new generation.
As the host announced the start of the ceremony, the big screen began showing a list of all the outstanding films from the past year, including brief clips from each.
Two veteran actors took the stage to present the awards.
Violeta watched the ceremony with full attention.
In her heart, she silently wished that within two years, she would stand on that stage as an award recipient.
The individual awards, including Best Actor and Best Actress, came next.
Two veteran actors took the stage. They make a few jokes to lighten the mood, eliciting laughter from the audience.
Violeta also smiled lightly.
The big screen displayed the nominees for the awards. As usual, there was a slight delay to create tension and keep everyone tense.
Fans watching the livestream were so nervous that their hearts felt like they were about to jump out of their chests.
Chapter 390
Until the presenter slowly announced Nolan’s name.
Instantly, the entire venue erupted into applause.
Some people even screamed in excitement.
At that moment, all eyes, cameras, and spotlights focused on Nolan, sitting in the front row.
Nolan stood up amidst the applause. First, he hugged Austin beside him.
Then he gracefully buttoned his suit, turned around, bowed slightly to everyone, and walked toward the stage.
‘Froze’ was the biggest winner this year.
At the film festival, the film received a whopping nine nominations.
This year marked Nolan’s third year in the industry. In his debut year, he made a splash with his first film, ‘Night on the River’, where he won the Skyward Award for Best New Actor, drawing significant attention.
In his second year, he was fortunate to catch Austin’s eye and land the lead role in ‘Froze!. His outstanding performance earned him the Hundred Blossom Award for Best Actor this year.
This was his first film, and he had already achieved such remarkable success. The Chesian film industry now recognises him as a brilliant young star, having won the Best Actor Award.
Violeta watched Nolan on stage, holding his trophy.
She clapped lightly for him, genuinely pleased with his success.
At the same time, her eyes welled up slightly with emotion.
Actually, she didn’t have to be here tonight, but she came anyway.
First, she hadn’t made any public appearances for over half a year due to filming.
Secondly, Violeta was here to fulfill a dream from her past life.
In her previous life, she had been a fan of Nolan.
She had watched this scene on TV. She was insignificant back then, but she fantasised about how wonderful it would be to witness it in person.
Violeta had always known Nolan would win the Best Actor Award; it was a certainty in her mind.
Regardless, she had attended the event and wanted to witness the dazzling Nolan on stage with her own eyes, fulfilling a dream as a fan in her heart.
Now, she had her wish fulfilled.
It was enough. She was complete. Violeta quietly got up and left the venue.
On stage, Nolan was giving his speech.
He thanked everyone- the entire film crew and all the staff who had worked tirelessly behind the scenes. He expressed his deepest gratitude to Austin.
The presenter playfully asked him about his plans after achieving such success with his second film. Did he aim for even bigger awards?
Nolan pondered and said, “If I have the opportunity, of course, I would love to achieve more. I have someone I really want to collaborate with. I hope it can happen in the future.”
The presenter was intrigued. He wanted to know who this person was.
Nolan’s eyes briefly swept over the audience.
Though it seemed casual, the camera quickly captured it, panning to the seats of the new-generation actresses.
However, Nolan didn’t see the person he was looking for. It caused him a moment of hesitation on stage.
Quickly recovering, he shifted his gaze and said, “It’s Wade Howell. As you all know, although my debut film was an action movie with Wade’s influence, it wasn’t his script. I grew up reading his works. I’m a fan and hope to work with him someday.”
He delivered this statement smoothly.
The presenter was satisfied. He turned to the camera and addressed Wade, “Did you hear that, Mr. Howell? We’re all eagerly waiting for your next work.”
After a moment, Nolan descended the stage with his trophy.
Nolan’s award speech quickly topped the trending topics on Facebook.
After his speech, the camera briefly panned to the seats of the new-generation actresses.
The camera happened to capture Zelena’s face perfectly.
Was Nolan looking at Zelena?
No one knew for sure.
However, the camera coincidentally landed on Zelena, who was covering her mouth in surprise, looking as if she had just won the lottery.
Although it was just a moment, the internet exploded with speculation.
‘Don’t jump to conclusions. Nolan mentioned later that the person he wants to collaborate with is Mr. Howell, not Zelena.’
‘Think about it logically. Even if Nolan wants to work with Zelena, he wouldn’t say it directly on stage. Mentioning Mr. Howell might just be a way to deflect the question.’
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