Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism novel Chapter 504

Jenny hummed in response, neither agreeing nor disagreeing.

The tension in the room lightened a bit.

Evelina said, "Go talk to those employees who moved the water dispenser earlier. Spread the word that Violeta and I had an argument in the lounge today. Let's start a rumor that she's bullying newcomers—consider it my little welcome gift to her."

Shania nodded and said, "I understand."

Evelina despised Violeta.

Though Violeta had never wronged her directly, Evelina had long harbored a grudge against her.

The reason was simple. When the popularity of 'The Lies in Winter' was at its peak, Evelina, as the lead actress, was supposed to be the star of the show. Surprisingly, Violeta swooping in and stealing the spotlight by promoting Kaylee.

As a result, Evelina was overshadowed by the third female lead, Kaylee.

That incident marked the beginning of Evelina's grudge.

She believed that if it weren't for Violeta's interference, she wouldn't have faded into obscurity after that movie. Evelina had blamed it all on Violeta.

Evelina's goals at Apex Entertainment were clear—anyone in her way had to go.

Not only was Violeta her enemy, but Tracy was also her enemy.

Whether it was the top or the second-best, they all had to move aside for her.

To rise to the top, one must be ruthless—something Evelina knew all too well.

She had finally secured a rare opportunity, stepping on Alaric to do so, and she wasn't about to let it slip away.

As the atmosphere eased, Jenny spoke up, "I heard from Lilian that Tracy only made it big because she latched onto someone powerful. The rumor is it was a deputy head of channel."

Shania added, "Many people in the industry have benefactors—not just women, but men too. If Tracy can get in with a deputy head, good for her."

Evelina knew what they were implying.

She needed to find a benefactor and someone to back her up.

Evelina had thought about it before and even made some connections. But a reliable, long-term backer wasn't straightforward to find. These days, trustworthy ones were difficult to come by.

Aster and Violeta left the company together. They got into a car and headed to a dubbing session.

The month was almost over, and the script was nearly complete.