A Surprising Twist of Fates (Sierra and Theo)

Chater 35 Chapter 35 Give Her a Chance

"I had thought that after all these years, your piano skills would have faded significantly. But to my surprise, they've only diminished slightly," Jemima said, her tene meadded.

"However, as I've always told you, the sound of the piano reflects one's state of mind, yours is no longer as pure and untainted as it once was."

Sierra bit her lip and stayed silent

Jemima studied her downcast expression and sighed softly. “As we grow, experience, and endure more in life, it's inevitable that our state of mind changes. But the piece you played just now carried far more depth and emotion than before."

Sierra was taken aback at her response. She slowly lifted her head, her voice Hinged with disbelief and hope. "Ms. Linden"

"I meant that your emotions have matured,” Jemima continued, her expression turning serious. "But your technique clearly shows signs of neglect."

Despite the critique, Sierra's heart soared. The fact that Jemina was commenting on her playing meant she hadn't given up on her entirely.

make sure to practice diligently from now on.' Jemima's gaze sharpened. "Have you truly made up your mind? Do you

long as you're willing to

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student since you were a child, and I low how much hardship you've endured to pursue plano. Through freezing winters, when your fingers were cracked and

pain, and tears. And yet, despite all of that dedication,

in love. But someone who truly cares about you would never ask you

always been my proudest student, and what I want most is to see you shine. And I believe that someone who genuinely loves you would want the same.” Her

herself, she threw her arms around Jemima. "I'in

gently patted her back, her

mistakes and correcting them is the greatest step

away, wiping her tears. Her face was solemn now,

never said I would

heart plummeted, but she reminded herself that it was enough that Jemima was willing to forgive