A Journey from Bitterness to Truth (Matilda and Yvan) novel Chapter 341

Matilda saw herself in that moment, a version of her that once fought against all odds only to be left scarred and bruised by Yvan.

Later, she stood in front of the camera under the dim light, strumming an electric guitar and humming a tune all by herself. Though the melody was off-key, the contentment in her eyes was unmistakable, as if she had conquered the world.

The production team was instantly captivated by her natural performance. Eugene exchanged a knowing look with Asuka, whispering, "Thank goodness we convinced her to join. It would've been a huge miss without our star!"

Initially, Matilda portrayed a goth girl in the movie, which meant her hairstyle was quite unconventional. Her bangs covered most of her face, making her unrecognizable to those who didn't know her well, except for her plump, glossy lips hinting at her delicate features beneath.

Her journey took her to a bar, exclusively booked by the production crew for the shoot. Along the way, they recruited several male models to serve as her background, their presence weaving through the bar's ambiance. Adorned with a butterfly-shaped masquerade mask and swiping on red lipstick, she moved among the men with a bewitching charm, her slender figure and captivating presence reminiscent of a fluttering butterfly under the flickering lights, too delicate to grasp firmly.

Dressed in a sultry little black dress, Matilda navigated from one corner of the bar to another. Now and then, a stranger would embrace her, holding her close before she swiftly moved on, leaving behind a flirtatious gaze that seemed to say, "I'll come back for you next time."

This scene, lasting only a few seconds, flashed through countless moments. Beneath her mask, her face was delicately beautiful, her lips slightly parted, her eyes moist, captured forever by the camera under the skilled direction of the crew. When the male lead entered the scene, the dynamic between him and Matilda was palpable, their chemistry undeniable.

The narrative then shifted to their cohabitation, the morning light outlining her graceful form as she rose from the bed. For this man, she shed her pride and ego, trapped beneath him, reminiscent of her former self.

Once a renowned socialite of Sea City, she had lowered her head for Yvan, crushing her own dignity, offering her bruised heart on a platter, fearful of rejection in her broken state.

Matilda's emotional investment didn't go unnoticed by the crew, who captured every moment. Even Eugene felt the impact, moved by the transformation of the girl who once resisted, now subdued.

The lighting turned to grayscale, symbolizing the protagonist's internal collapse. She ran out into the drizzling rain, encountering another character, his eyes alight with a wild, carefree laugh, strumming his guitar strings with intensity, the sound electrifying her to the core, awakening something within...

Hearing the electric guitar again, she rediscovered her original self.

Later, with her hair flying, Matilda held onto the guitar, laughing freely, bending forward, her silhouette slender and determined. The camera angles were meticulously chosen, never revealing her full face, always partially hidden, encapsulating her wild laughter and the buzzing sound of the guitar.

The final shot zoomed out, leaving behind a blurred vision of Matilda's face, her eyes reflecting the rebellious girl she once was, now seasoned with growth and acceptance.

Eugene believed this commercial would drive the city's men wild, captivated by Matilda's unbridled spirit.