Chapter 418:

Darren’s brow furrowed, confusion clouding his eyes. “Are you sure my hands are shaking from excitement?” he questioned, doubt lacing his voice.

Elyse held his gaze unflinchingly. “Exactly. If nervousness caused your tremors, they would have appeared before. You’ve faced plenty of pressure.”

A beat of silence, and then she added, “But now you’re surrounded by formidable opponents, and that prospect alone gets your hands jittery with anticipation.”

Even to her ears, it sounded logical. Briefly, she doubted her ability to convince Darren entirely.

A sliver of persuasion flickered in Darren’s eyes, but skepticism lingered. “Am I sick? Why would I get excited facing strong opponents? Shouldn’t I dread them?”

With unwavering conviction, Elyse placed her hands on his shoulders. “Because you crave strength, Darren. You live for a challenge more than you realize. You can’t wait to test yourself against the best. That’s why your hands are shaking.”

Darren opened his mouth, her words resonating with him. Yet, a strange dissonance echoed within.

pressed on, her voice filled with encouragement. “Darren, don’t hold back your excitement. You’re already

Vicky’s. Such a foundation shouldn’t guarantee second place. He possessed the potential for

he declared, a newfound resolve hardening his voice. “I

a solemn nod before

her violin case, she descended the stairs, seeking out Irving

Elyse caught Darren’s and Fiona’s flawless sets. Barring any unforeseen circumstances,

took the stage, and to Elyse’s surprise, faltered. Two jarring notes pierced

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the results were announced, Rebekah made it to

she inquired, “There were rumors of an inside story with Rebekah’s entry. Any truth to

or not is irrelevant to you. You’re in the top five. What threat could

quell her simmering anger. Cheating

fantasy. To challenge someone’s entry or allege an inside deal, you need proof. Otherwise, your accusations fall on

back a retort, opting for

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