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.

a lot of business with your

lips curled into a faint smile, one that seemed to carry a thousand unsaid words, yet the emotions behind it

lot waiting for

his gaze soft yet

୦୦୦୦

when it comes to... us. My Luna

around mine, like he was

had our misunderstandings lately," Leo's voice dropped, sincere and low, "and that's made us drift apart. I shouldn't have lashed out at I just care about you too much." you for

up, meeting his earnest

did nothing

the

coldly pushed him

I'm about to go on stage, and you should get back to your duties

and

of my head caught

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and as I looked up, his eyes met mine

an Alpha," he murmured, his voice a soothing balm against the unease I'd

wrapped his arms around my

beautiful today," he

me on

and jeans, no makeup, and my hair was just

the way he looked

this

elegance, the fabric cascading

bodice was intricately embroidered with delicate patterns of vines and flowers, each stitch shimmering

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