Chapter 80

My father had a natural grace about him, a cool, almost regal demeanor that complemented the melancholic tunes he played.

His features were as delicate as they were striking, giving him an air of untouchable beauty, like a prince in a tragic fairy tale. Morris said, "If one person could pick up this trophy twenty-four years from now, I think that person would be you."

He looked at me, his eyes determined.

I responded in a low voice, "I'll do my best."

the time I responded, the fifth contestant had already taken the stage and started playing, and the crew ushered me off to get set up.

I felt a surge of adrenaline, my heart racing even faster now.

I stood up and made my way backstage to prepare.

I went backstage and tried to play like I usually do by visualising the piano in my head, but failed.

Because when I tried to do so, my fingers trembled slightly and my hands felt cold, a result of the nerves that were now taking hold.

I took deep breaths, trying to steady myself, but the anxiety clung to me like a shadow.

Suddenly, I felt a warm hand gently take mine, the touch grounding me instantly.

I turned, surprised to see Leo standing behind me.

His presence was unexpected, especially given the tension between us recently.

"What brings you here?"

I asked, my voice a mix of surprise and confusion.

should have a lot of business with your pack this time of

that seemed to carry a thousand unsaid words, yet the emotions behind it were difficult

a lot waiting for me

his gaze soft

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more important than work-especially when it comes to... us. My Luna

he was silently trying to offer me strength

apart. I shouldn't have lashed out at I just care about you too much." you for saying no. I'm sorry, Sherry. Please, forgive

up, meeting his earnest

it did nothing

the time for

pushed him

don't we? I'm about to go on stage, and you should get back to

leaned forward and kissed

of

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as I looked up, his eyes met

is part of my duty as an Alpha," he murmured, his voice a soothing balm against the unease

arms around my waist, pulling me

today,"

on that

was wearing a t-shirt and jeans, no makeup, and my hair was just tied up in a casual,

he looked

then, this time I was

was a vision of elegance, the fabric cascading around me like liquid

patterns of vines and flowers, each stitch shimmering under the

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