Chapter 28:

Elyse quickly scrolled through the comments, finding nothing but curses and even suggestions for her to end her life. Realizing the magnitude of the situation, her tone grew anxious and urgent. “Ms. Hopkins, they are just rumors. The groom left me on our wedding day. He abandoned me the moment he received a call from his past love. I didn’t cheat on anyone. Please believe me,” she pleaded.

Wanda grasped her hand, her tone filled with helplessness. “I know your character, Elyse. I believe you’re innocent. But public opinion carries significant weight. I’ve received word from higher-ups that your work will be suspended until this matter is resolved.”

Elyse’s anxiety deepened. “But I’ve committed to rehearsals with them for selection. I can’t afford to miss them. I’m trying out for the tour.”

Wanda’s expression turned serious. “I’ve advocated for you as much as I could; otherwise, you might have been dismissed.”

The thought of being fired hit Elyse hard. They wanted to fire her. Seeing Elyse’s distress, Wanda comforted her with a pat on the hand. “It’s temporary. Once this is resolved, you can explain to the higher-ups and return to rehearsals.”

Elyse sighed heavily. “Thank you, Ms. Hopkins. I understand.”

voice softened. “It’s just a matter of days. Once it’s resolved, you’ll be back in rehearsals.

advocating for me. I’ll provide an explanation,” Elyse respectfully

finds a home at

before she could fully come to terms with the situation. Leaning against the wall with crossed arms, Rebekah taunted, “Are you kicked out now? Your actions

aside from the rumors, you destroyed my violin and personal belongings. You owe me

shot back

assess the damage and give you a figure. Even if it’s a measly hundred bucks, you’re paying up. And don’t think you can get away with it. There’s

a flood of memories. They’d been

belongings, she sent the compensation figure to Rebekah and requested the transfer. Then she left the premises in silence, greeted by the warmth

thoughts. “Have

rumors I didn’t betray Theo,” she responded

like your orchestra mates. You’ve tarnished the orchestra’s image

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