Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism novel Chapter 258

After uttering those words, she swiftly exited the game, powered down her computer, slipped into her shoes, and dashed downstairs.

"Niall!"

Niall had just arrived home, shedding his coat. He glanced up at Violeta on the second floor. "What's up?"

"Have you found the person I asked you to find?"

Niall's gaze softened. "Yes. They're leaving the day after tomorrow, and dinner plans are already set."

A smile brightened Violeta's face as she hurried downstairs and embraced Niall tightly. "That's wonderful! Niall, you're incredible, thank you!"

Niall tousled her hair. "No need for all the formality."

"Vio, you needn't start networking so early, especially while still in school. You've only just begun your second year next semester, and Mum and Dad want you home a few more years."

"Niall, I just want to broaden my horizons beyond class. Besides, an actress's prime is brief. I should be creating more at my peak," Violeta asserted.

Niall smiled gently. "Fair enough. But remember, Violeta, whether you're eighteen, twenty-eight, or thirty-eight, every age is your best."

"Yeah, I understand." Violeta nodded.

She knew her family meant well. Yet Violeta was determined not to lag behind Zelena, especially after being overshadowed in her previous life. She refused to waste any time this time around.

Zelena would be leveraging every resource in their circle. Hattie, with her connection to Hannah, had already surged ahead of everyone in their class.

This winter break presented the perfect opportunity to widen the gap.

Violeta didn't believe in waiting for fate. Last time, she underestimated Zelena, and opportunities that should have been hers slipped away.

She was resolved to stay one step ahead, always.

Recalling from her previous life, Violeta vividly remembered that in her sophomore year, there were two productions whose crews were almost as talented as Nolan's in 'Night On the River.' They rivalled the explosive popularity of that year's biggest hits.

One project was a charming campus romance named 'The Moon Belongs To You,' while the other was an engrossing mystery series called *The Legend of Blind Detective*.

Violeta had a strong interest in period martial arts films, but her primary goal was to work with Wade.

It was widely known that Wade's projects were rare gems, and his casting choices were notoriously selective. With no certainty that Wade would consider her, Violeta knew she couldn't bet all her hopes on him.

As a sophomore, Violeta needed to secure a role in a noteworthy production. That's why she was eyeing these two shows; either choice would mark a solid beginning for her career.

Hattie would surely turn to Hannah for assistance.