Chapter 163:

After returning to the room, Elyse swiftly succumbed to sleep. Upon waking in the morning and finding Jayden peacefully slumbering beside her, her good mood enveloped her. However, curiosity gnawed at her, and she yearned to know the time of his return to bed the previous night. After a brief internal debate, she abandoned the notion of rousing him.

Having changed attire, she departed the room and encountered Driscoll preparing breakfast on the ground floor. “Good morning,” Driscoll greeted warmly.

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“Good morning.” Yawning behind her hand, Elyse inquired, “Are Jayden’s friends like Peyton expected to arrive around midnight?”

Driscoll affirmed, “Indeed. His companions maintain late hours. They typically arrive at midnight, granted entry by security.”

It appeared to be more than a coincidence; they genuinely relished nocturnal gatherings. Rubbing her temple, she remarked, “I noticed them indulging in libations in the basement yesterday. You hadn’t mentioned this before.”

Driscoll smiled and remarked, “Because they rarely visit. When they do, the household servants are typically asleep. I’ve never even crossed paths with them late at night before.”

Elyse returned the smile and began her breakfast.

Just as she retrieved her violin, Wanda summoned her to the office. Seated in the chair, Wanda

you’ve exceeded my expectations. You’ve clinched the first place in the

felt a rush of flattery. Being acknowledged by Wanda was her utmost

happily, “I’ve been dedicated

but you opted out of the selection. I was quite

reflected on her decision to forgo the selection the previous year, filled with regret. Fortunately, this time she

would have been within reach. But this year is different. The field is teeming with talent, particularly Vicky Aston, who tied for first place with you.

“Were it not for you, she

skill as a violinist. Previously, her attention had been solely on

for you,” Wanda declared earnestly. “With just two days remaining until the selection of concertmaster, you must dedicate yourself to rigorous practice and strive

the weight of expectation, Elyse

players boast considerable talent as well, with their instructors being esteemed members of our team.

exited the office, her eagerness to return to the practice room palpable. To her surprise, she

“You’ve already claimed the top spot. Why do you look unhappy? It’s quite the stroke of luck to share the top spot

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