Chapter 232:

“Mr. Cody Tucker!” Elyse was taken aback. What was he doing here? Cody greeted her with a smile. “I haven’t seen you for a few days. Your skills have really improved. You’ve obviously been practicing hard.” Elyse scratched her head, feeling a bit shy. She had indeed been working hard ever since Cody encouraged her to dedicate more effort. “Let’s head out. The concert hall is about to close. If we don’t leave now, we might end up spending the night here,” Cody gestured to her warmly. Elyse nodded with enthusiasm, packed her violin into its case, and quickly followed Cody.

As they left the building, Cody glanced at his watch and suggested, “It’s still early. Would you like to join me for a coffee? We could chat for a bit.” Elyse smiled, thrilled by his invitation. She nodded without a second thought. Cody looked at her with a smile and led her to a nearby cafe.

The cafe, located next to the river and usually bustling with people, offered a view of the water from the windows. They chose a quiet corner and sat down. Cody handed her the menu, saying, “Order whatever you like. It’s on me.” Elyse chose a caramel latte and handed back the menu timidly. Noticing her choice, Cody’s usual composure wavered a bit. Elyse’s taste was exactly like his. He masked the emotion welling up inside him, ordered a cup of Americano, and asked, “How long have you been studying music?”

Elyse replied, “I started when I was fourteen.” In fact, she had been enchanted by the violin for much longer. As a little girl, she would imitate violin players and even try a few notes herself. She had once told Lanny she wanted to learn how to play the violin properly, but he dismissed her harshly every time it came up, discouraging her completely.

way, she learned to play the violin and even searched the internet for music manuscripts to practice different pieces. However, Mabel eventually discovered the truth and informed Lanny. Enraged, he smashed the violin that a friend had gifted her, subjected her to violent abuse, and then confined her in the

pursue music and aimed to carve out a career in the entertainment industry. Lanny and Glenda then reversed their decision,

she started at fourteen. “That’s somewhat late, but you’re talented. With extra effort, you can still excel.” After a pause, Cody inquired, “How well can you play

it smoothly yet.” Cody said, “After the

one?” Cody affirmed with a nod. “Do you think you can’t manage it?” Though momentarily at a loss, Elyse chose to be honest. “I’m well aware of my limitations. I doubt I can master Erlkönig within three

your honesty.” Her honesty also reminded him of someone. Just then, a waiter approached with a tray and set two cups of coffee before them. Cody shifted the conversation. “Is your father

anything. He crossed his arms, lost in

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