Bound by love: Marrying my Disabled Husband by Devocean

Chapter 184:

As soon as Vicky wrapped up her performance, Abram wasted no time in showering her with praise. “Bravo! Excellent performance,” he exclaimed, his admiration evident. Vicky held a special place in Abram’s heart as his favorite apprentice. Her chest swelled with pride at Abram’s words. She couldn’t help but sneak a glance at the silent Elyse and stifled a laugh. She had already made it clear to Elyse that the latter was no match for her. Yet, there was Elyse, attending the selection only to be outshone by her. It was almost comical, like watching a clown trying to compete with a star performer.

As Abram, Merlin, and the others engaged in a flurry of post-performance chatter, they beckoned Cody to share his thoughts. It wasn’t long before the fate of the Celestial Sounds Symphony’s concertmaster for the upcoming domestic tour was sealed. “Congratulations, Vicky! You’ve earned the prestigious title of concertmaster for our upcoming tour,” Abram announced proudly, his eyes darting over to Merlin with a subtle hint of whose apprentice reigned supreme. Merlin, sensing Abram’s provocation, maintained a stoic expression and applauded along with the rest, refusing to engage in any overt rivalry.

The room erupted in thunderous applause and joyful cheers, a cacophony of celebration that filled the air as Vicky basked in the adulation of her peers. She had always stood out among her peers, her talent shining brighter than the rest. It was no surprise then that she deserved the title of concertmaster.

Elyse descended the stage stairs with a heavy silence hanging around her, her heart weighed down by the bitter taste of defeat. The stage reserved for winners had never felt more distant, more unattainable to her. Richie and Darren approached her, perhaps to offer comfort or words of encouragement, but she silently declined, shaking her head before leaving the performance hall.

but he suspected Cody’s feelings might have changed. Despite this, Cody remained tight-lipped about his true intentions of watching the orchestra’s concertmaster selection. As the sole bearer of the truth, Richie found himself increasingly uneasy about keeping it to

a first failure is sharp, but she

Cody’s apprentice, and this setback wouldn’t define her. Abram’s booming voice interrupted their conversation. “Well done! You deserve to be my apprentice. No one your age can match you.”

expression, interjected, “If only you could overcome

tugged at his sleeve and asked, “Mr. Ellsworth, where’s Mr. Tucker? Wasn’t he here to scout for an apprentice? I’ve clinched first place. Why isn’t he here?” Abram, now aware of Cody’s absence, scanned the room in puzzlement. However, his questions to the nearby teachers yielded no

to?” Vicky’s anxiety grew as she recalled seeing Cody engaged in conversation with Darren, Grace, and Bart—none of whom had been selected for the concertmaster position. She remembered how Cody had offered feedback, both constructive criticism and praise, highlighting their strengths and areas for improvement. Vicky couldn’t shake the feeling of confusion. She knew she was an exceptional musician, so why hadn’t Cody publicly declared her as his

had followed Elyse out of the performance hall. In the

no need for such heavy sighs,” Cody’s voice interrupted her thoughts as he approached, his hands clasped behind his back. Startled by his presence,