Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism

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

Netizens commented.

"Violeta was absolutely stunning in 'The Quiet Ode.' She'd be perfect for the role of the goddess Elara in 'The Chosen One."

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

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

"So many people feel the same way. Shouldn't the production team consider our opinion?"

"If Violeta is in 'The Chosen One,' I'll definitely watch it!"

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

The online buzz was undeniable.

However, the role of Elara wasn't the lead in "The Chosen One."

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

Therefore, Violeta wouldn't be taking on a role in "The Chosen One."

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

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

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

"Ms. White, people online are saying they hope you'll play Elara in 'The Chosen One."

Currently, the casting controversy for "The Chosen One" was a hot topic.

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

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

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

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

Violeta emerged as the clear winner.

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

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

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

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

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

Violeta, with her eyes closed, simply listened as the makeup artist worked on her face. "It's all thanks to their impressive photoshopping skills," Violeta chuckled.

The makeup artist chimed in, "If they can make you look that good with photoshopping, imagine how stunning the actual character design would be. It's like makeup! If you start with a 2, the result is often mediocre, but with an 8 as the base, even a simple foundation tooks amazing."

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

The makeup artist laughed. "Haha, I'm just being honest."

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

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

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

Violeta watched attentively, occasionally clapping in encouragement. Seated next to her was Selene's director, and they took photos together. Following the show, a producer approached Violeta backstage.

He was the producer of "The Chosen One."

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

Violeta was surprised by the producer's direct approach.

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

The producer didn't press the issue,

instead smiling and saying, "I just happened to see you at the show, so

I came to say hello. Alright, I'

contact Ms. Scott then."

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

The producer smiled and replied, "No problem. Since we rarely meet, let's take a photo together." Violeta agreed.

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