Eugene then remarked, "We also extended an invitation to the exceptionally talented Beauty. However, due to her demanding schedule with fashion shoots, we've had to move her visit to next month."
This statement underscored Violeta's remarkable success in the fashion industry.
She had not only secured a major global endorsement with her previous agency, disproving her critics, but was also negotiating with the new top luxury blue-blood brand, DARA, with the deal still in progress.
Winnie, feeling slightly embarrassed, managed a courteous smile and said, "Oh, and I forgot to congratulate Violeta on her Best Supporting Actress Award. I must have missed it. Please don't take it the wrong way, Violeta."
Violeta replied nonchalantly, "It's alright; we don't see each other often."
Winnie responded, "Yeah, we're all busy. Well, Eugene, we have a tight schedule, so we'll be heading off now."
Eugene nodded. "Off you go, then. See you later."
As Winnie, Tracy, and the team departed, Winnie's expression turned more serious.
The two groups went their separate ways.
Once they were outside and in the car, Winnie checked her phone and said to Tracy, "Did you notice Eugene's haughty attitude earlier? We need to show some results. Next time, it shouldn't be us apologising."
Tracy frowned and asked, "So, Violeta is collaborating with DARA now?"
Winnie explained, "The dress she wore at the Skyward Awards was from DARA's newest collection. It's no surprise she's involved with them now, especially after winning the Best Supporting Actress Award. When someone is at the pinnacle of their career, even brand representatives are all smiles, not to mention the company's owner."
Violeta, being a high-profile figure and the face of the company, had been upgraded to the latest model of the Alphard two days after winning the award, reflecting the industry's realities.
Nirvana and Rebirth' was already midway through post-production.
That evening, Wendy video-called Violeta, sharing the most exciting scenes and asking for her input on the trailer's editing.
Wendy also congratulated Violeta on her Best Supporting Actress Award.
There would be two versions of the trailer: one designed to excite the international audience, and another tailored to build suspense for the domestic market.
With just a month left before the final cut, the post-production team was almost finished.
The international version, largely filmed in Glorialand, was expected to pass approval smoothly, thanks to Wendy's extensive network there. It would be broadcast on major channels in Glorialand.
In contrast, the domestic version had to go through a more rigorous approval process.
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