Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism novel Chapter 435

The assistant sighed and followed along.

Eugene was familiar with Hollis and had previously tried to keep Lydia away from him.

The main issue was the age gap—Lydia was five years older than Hollis.

Additionally, Hollis's background meant that any relationship between them was unlikely to have a future.

Unresolved relationships were better left untouched, as exposure usually hurt the woman more than the man.

But Lydia was resolute, and Eugene couldn't dissuade her.

...

In the middle of the year, Violeta received a stack of new scripts.

However, none of them seemed particularly appealing to her.

Violeta now had full control over her script choices, and the company had no say in her decisions.

"You didn't find any of these interesting?" Eugene asked.

"They're all decent, but nothing stands out."

Violeta was waiting for Wade's script.

Even though she wasn't sure if she'd get it, she wanted to wait for it.

Anticipating her response, Eugene pulled out a few theater scripts from his bag.

"If none of those appeal to you, try looking at these.

"Some seasoned actors are working on theater plays. I selected a few good ones for you."

Violeta reviewed the theater scripts Eugene had brought and found them impressive, especially the classic script 'Two Snakes'.

Eugene was particularly enthusiastic about that script.

"One of the roles is played by Holly Fisher. A collaboration with her could be amazing," he noted.

However, Violeta was more interested in a different script.

Violeta had a unique perspective on roles. Since the theater play was only a way to pass the time, Eugene supported her choice.

The next day, he brought good news.

The male role in 'Love Dream' hadn't been cast yet, and Violeta could take on the part.

However, cross-dressing for the role would be challenging. The performance needed to be flawless, and the actor's skills had to be top-notch to avoid disaster.

For Violeta, playing a male role was a new and exciting challenge.

The production team agreed to let her try out the role, but she needed to dress up first to test the look.

Irene was a seasoned opera performer, so there was little worry about her ability to handle the role.

Violeta looked stunning in both women's and men's clothing. In men's attire, she conveyed a blend of charm and masculinity

Her transformation didn't come across as awkward or overly feminine but instead radiated a youthful and vibrant energy.

With her clear eyes, slender build, and gentle smile, she perfectly captured the essence of a young man in 'Love Dream'.