Bound by love: Marrying my Disabled Husband by Devocean

Chapter 164:

Elyse and Vicky locked eyes, their parting marked by unspoken discord. Upon entering the practice room, Elyse released a heavy sigh before retrieving her violin, poised to begin her rehearsal. It was then that Freddy stepped in, offering a friendly greeting. “You seem burdened,” he remarked, noting Elyse’s solemn expression. “Vicky’s existence must weigh heavily on you.”

Looking up, Elyse met Freddy’s gaze and confided, “It’s usual for me to feel this much pressure.”

Freddy nodded knowingly. “Aside from Vicky, you have four other competitors to contend with: Grace Fuller in second place, Bart Gino in third, Darren Bill in fourth, and Gary Hank in fifth. Are you familiar with them individually?”

Hearing this, Elyse shook her head, indicating her lack of prior knowledge regarding the competitors.

“Grace, Bart, and Gary are all seasoned violinists from previous batches,” Freddy explained. “While not necessarily exceptional, they possess formidable skills.”

Pausing, Freddy added, “Darren and Vicky, on the other hand, are rising stars. Although newcomers, they show promise. Unfortunately, Darren’s nerves got the best of him during his last performance, likely due to seeing Cody Tucker.”

Elyse absorbed this information, her curiosity piqued. “Is Vicky’s instructor the assistant director of the orchestra?”

Glancing around cautiously, Freddy leaned in to whisper, “Yes, Vicky’s mentor happens to be the assistant director. And Darren? He’s the director’s nephew.”

Elyse was taken aback. “Both of them have influential connections.”

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gravely. “Do you understand why I felt compelled

replied, “You want me

any influential supporters. Without strong backing, even if you secure victory in the

grasping Freddy’s implication. She sighed helplessly. “You might as well have kept this to yourself. Aren’t you adding to my

shook his head gently. “No, it’s simply because I consider you a friend. I wanted to share this with

One is connected with the assistant director, and the other is connected with the director. It wouldn’t bode

contemplating the weight of Freddy’s words. She lacked a renowned mentor like many others did in the orchestra; only Wanda

realization that she lacked a powerful advocate. In such a fiercely competitive environment, lacking support could swiftly lead to her elimination. Elyse spoke in a subdued tone, her determination evident. “I may not have a strong backing, but I’m not without strength. I still want to give

approvingly. “Now that you’ve thought it through, go

in her hand, Elyse tightened her grip, resolve coursing through her. She had already traversed a challenging path to reach this point, so she refused to surrender now. As Freddy observed the resolute gleam in her eyes,

in playing the violin for a while. Suddenly, a stranger appeared at the doorway, calling out to her. “Are you Elyse

instinctively turned to glance at Freddy. Without a word, his expression conveyed a silent message, and Elyse comprehended instantly.

man’s impatience was palpable, yet he still urged, “Please hurry. Mr. Reynolds doesn’t like to be

be your opportunity. Mr. Reynolds must want to discuss the concertmaster selection happening in

suppose you’re right,” Elyse

time, Elyse found it peculiar that Merlin hadn’t considered meeting with her before. However, the sudden summon, just as she was vying for the position of concertmaster, seemed like more than a coincidence, prompting her to ponder

aside her violin, Elyse remarked, “Rest assured, I won’t