Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism novel Chapter 632

What happened tonight might not be clear to outsiders, but those within the industry surely understood.

Zelena quickly went to comfort Ophelia.

"Ophelia, what happened?"

Ophelia's expression turned icy. "If it weren't for Violeta, I wouldn't have embarrassed myself tonight! She's pretending to be a good person, it's absurd. Is she trying to impress the brand representatives?"

Zelena gave a wry smile. "That's just how she is. If you get to know her, you'll see. She can't stand to see others succeed and enjoy kicking people when they're down.

"But Ophelia, don't worry, she'll end up creating a buzz tonight that will damage her reputation more than yours."

"Oh?"

Ophelia sensed Zelena was plotting something but chose not to get involved.

If Zelena wanted to impress her, she would simply sit back and watch.

The event proceeded swiftly.

Although it featured awards that held commercial value for artists, most attendees were there to mingle rather than to receive accolades.

Violeta had been quiet throughout the last year, so she was not up for any awards.

Fortunately, Kaylee received the Top Ten Female Actor of the Year award, her first since entering the industry. Her career was truly soaring.

Violeta, watching from the audience, was genuinely happy for her.

However, Zelena's sarcastic tone cut through next to her, "That trophy's as good as a piece of pork. What's there to be happy about?"

Violeta turned slightly to face her.

"And yet you didn't get one."

Zelena was fuming. "You!"

She wanted to snap back, but with live cameras rolling, she could not cause a scene and had to hold back her anger for the time being.