#23 “You are A Fraud!”

With the decision made, Sophia retrieves her Stradivari’s from the backstage area where it was stored for the auction. She adjusts the tuning pegs until the G, D, A, and E notes are flawless. Taking a deep breath, Sophia walks out onto the center stage.

The orchestra has been cleared, and just a chair is magnified by a spotlight. The audience begins to quiet as they notice someone has finally taken the seat, but as Sophia settles in to play, several people let out disbelieving noises.

However, once Sophia begins to play, the audience is captivated. Her fingers, nimble and precise, dance effortlessly across the strings, producing a melody that seems to float like silk in the air.

As Sophia closes her eyes, fully immersed in the music, her body sways in harmony with the emotional peaks and valleys of the concerto. Her bow glides smoothly over the strings, drawing out a velvety sound that seemed to caress the very soul of the listeners.

Enraptured by her skill and artistry, the audience holds their breath in awe of the exquisite performance unfolding before them. The concerto becomes a story, woven delicately by her every stroke, conveying emotions transcending words.

Sophia’s style of playing the piece is different from her friend’s way of playing the music. While he played with a polished, refined, sharp edge, Sophia played more gracefully and fluidly. However, most of the audience could not tell any difference in performance.

As the piece ends and Sophia sighs, the audience is momentarily silent before erupting into vigorous applause. The thunderous sound fills the concert hall.

of Sophia’s musical talent. She had never disclosed her ability to play the violin before. Furthermore, his research yielded no information about her connections with renowned musicians. Being both

the hosts

say, bravo!” Daniel exclaims, offering rapturous applause. “I knew you were a powerful and talented businesswoman, but I could never have guessed that you are

in, her voice full of genuine admiration. “Thank you so much for

whose jealousy is becoming evident through a slight frown and

could step in and help make this

Maestro Paus would be

anonymous voice continues to shout.

words, as she has not surprised to realize that the person causing such disruption earlier

crowd chime in with questions, creating a wave of uncertainty and doubt in the room. Who was that?” and “How could she

address the audience and provide

Emily insists. In her head, however, Emily is relishing in the spectacle. “She is going to be humiliated. They are going to eat her alive,” she

at the person feigning kind

how you know that piece so well,” she

“Emily, you always seem to be looking for a way to embarrass me. And frankly, I am getting tired

back down. “And I’m sure I’ve said this to you before, but let me repeat it. You are extremely nosy, and I would very much

missing musician, Sophia’s friend, enters the ballroom. Surprised by his timely arrival as Sophia sees him rushing towards her, ready to express his gratitude for stepping in to perform. If he were a minute late, she will have

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