Chapter 1333:

Her experiences at the Swan Cup had tempered her, teaching her the art of poise under pressure.

She locked eyes with Celeste, unshaken.

As the final note resonated, the audience’s applause swelled throughout the hall.

With a graceful dip of a curtsy, Elyse acknowledged the crowd, her confidence unwavering.

The host lavished praise upon her before she retreated backstage, making way for Stuart’s moment in the spotlight.

Stuart approached with a veneer of assurance.

Unacquainted with the trials of the Swan Cup, he underestimated Elyse’s seasoned finesse, dismissing her display as mundane, convinced his would surpass hers.

Yet, as the last echoes of his performance faded, the sparse applause left him bewildered and disheartened.

host beckoned Elyse back to the

shared their

her

you perceive the audience’s

taken aback, admitted, “I

content now

Celeste’s critique was scathing.

skills

seen such a

of the violin

must dedicate

Stuart’s annoyance was palpable.

but now she had crossed a line by

was his

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