Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism



Given the gravity of the situation, Josh and Sharon realized it was time to step up and fulfill their roles as parents.

They first reached out to Anton to arrange a meeting where they could address everything openly. In a calm manner, they clarified the misunderstandings and admitted their errors. Acknowledging that they had let Violeta down after Zelena's return, they offered their heartfelt apologies. However, Violeta struggled to accept their remorse.

"You don't need to apologize to me. I never meant to complicate things for Zelena; she's the one who has been in conflict with me."

While Violeta felt bitterness towards Josh and Sharon for their previous indifference, she also recognized that their care had contributed significantly to her development. Thus, she found it hard to hold a grudge against them.

With Violeta choosing not to press the issue any further, Anton and Irene felt there wasn't much more to say.

Years of hardship had taken a toll on Josh and Sharon, turning their hair gray. Violeta sensed that business had become increasingly challenging for them and foresaw an impending financial crisis that would also impact Blake Group.

Not only would the Blake Group suffer, but even the White Group would face the fallout.

However, due to its strong foundation, White Group was likely to weather the storm. While they would experience some setbacks, their solid position was too fortified for them to collapse entirely.

Many companies would struggle to survive the financial downturn, and Blake Group was bound to be one of those affected.

Violeta clearly understood their likely fate, which made it difficult for her to consider adding to their burdens.

Once everything was sorted out, Sharon turned to Violeta and said, "Vio, regardless of the circumstances, we have genuinely overlooked you for all these years."

Violeta merely offered a faint smile in response, choosing to remain silent.

Irene noticed Violeta's reluctance to engage further.

To outsiders, it might have appeared as just a gap of a few years, but for Violeta, it represented a long-standing accumulation of experiences from both this life and her previous one.

She couldn't easily let it all go.

Irene stepped forward and said, "Now that we've cleared the air, we have other matters to attend to, so we'll take our leave."

"Alright, we'll be leaving as well."

Josh and Sharon nodded in agreement, and both parties parted ways.

Even though the two families had settled their issues privately, the emotional scars ran deep.

Zelena found herself utterly powerless to fight back; Violeta's online actions had completely shattered her.

Her Facebook account became overwhelmed with reports from users, ultimately leading to its total suspension.

Shortly afterward, Marina Media

made a public statement

announcing that Zelena's contract had come to an end, meaning she was no longer affiliated with them as an artist.

Her entire team was disbanded, and even the fan clubs that had rallied to support her were dismantled.

Previously she had faced a mild

ban, but now she had lost her right to speak publicly. The only future that awaited her was a gradual descent into obscurity, until she became a mere memory.

Though Zelena was silenced, her past actions in the entertainment industry began to resurface.

News about her frequent manager changes and a variety of rumors spread rapidly online, with some completely fabricated stories joining the mix. This sensational tale persisted for two weeks, culminating in Zelena's dramatic downfall.

On the day of their meeting, Violeta arrived at the coffee shop.

The second floor was deserted except for Zelena, who occupied a seat by the expansive windows, dressed in a brown trench coat.

With dark sunglasses shielding her eyes, she appeared to have taken over the entire floor. She cradled a coffee cup, staring out the window while sipping occasionally.Exclusive © content by N(ô)ve/l/Drama.Org.

As Violeta approached, Zelena turned her head upon hearing her footsteps. "You made it. I ordered you an Americano, no sugar," she said. Violeta leaned back in her chair, took a sip of her drink, and inquired, "What do you want to discuss?"

Zelena offered a slight smile. "You were so cautious around me before; are you not worried I'll poison you now?

"If I were worried, I wouldn't have come. Just tell me what you want; this should be our final meeting."

Zelena set her coffee cup down and bluntly asked, "You must feel pretty pleased with yourself, huh?"

"Oh? What makes you think that?"

"Isn't it clear? You've always been so full of yourself. Top of your class? Best Supporting Actress? Best Actress? Top-tier star?"

Violeta pressed her lips together,

keeping her tone steady. "I've never thought of being an actress as

something to boast about. It's met

passion, and if you perceive my pride in my achievements as arrogance, then yes, I suppose I am. | Ableast I take pride in whel am."