Chapter 164 Pressure

Elyse and Vicky locked eyes, their parting marked by an 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 their individuals?"

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

director. And Darren? He's

aback. "Both

share this with you?" After a moment of contemplation, Elyse replied, "You want me to be vigilant and diligent." Freddy shook his head with

"You might as well have kept this to yourself. Aren't

I consider you a friend. I wanted to share this with you

Freddy emphasized, "This also concerns your future. One is connected with the assistant director, and the other is connected with the director. It wouldn't bode well for you to

the weight of

did. In the orchestra,only

to the stark realization that she lacked a powerful advocate. In such a fiercely competitive environment, lacking support could swiftly lead to

a subdued tone, her determination evident. "I may not have a strong backing, but

nodded approvingly. "Now that you've thought it

at the violin clutched in her hand, Fiyse tightened her grip, resolve

reach this point,

crossed his own. Yet, amidst that concern, he

playing the violin for a while. Suddenly, a stranger appeared at the doorway,

Freddy. Without a word, his expression conveyed a silent message, and Elyse comprehended instantly. She said to the messenger in a hushed tone, "Okay. I'l head over as soon as I stow away the

man's impatience was palpable, yet he still urged, "Please hurry. Mr.

might be your opportunity. Mr. Reynolds must want to discuss the concertmaster

Elyse replied with a

been in the orchestra for quite some time, Elyse

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