Bound Hearts: My Vows to My Disabled Spouse

Chapter 184 The Concertmaster

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.

Vicky's 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 Elyse was, 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.

descended the stage stairs with a

by the

had never

her, perhaps to offer comfort or words

shaking her head before leaving the performance

etched Richie's face. "What should we do?" Richie said anxiously, "I want to talk to her." He was aware that Cody had been eager to mentor Elyse for some time, but he suspected Cody's feelings might

truth, Richie found himself increasingly uneasy about

comforting hand on Richie's shoulder and shook

head.

The sting of a first failure is sharp, but she must find her own strength. Otherwise, she'll never rise

Richie felt increasingly uneasy.

Elyse, insisting that she

setback wouldn't define

uninterrupted enjoyment. The next chapter is just a click away,

booming voice interrupted their conversation. "Well

one your age

glanced over to see Vicky standing confidently before a

responded with a subtle lift of her chin, a hint of smugness and challenge dancing in her

noticing Vicky's demeanor, furrowed his brow and said, "Achieving victory is commendable, but there's a fine line between confidence and

a displeased expression, interjected, "If only you could overcome your stage nerves, Darren.

critique, could only offer a helpless

the newly crowned concertmaster, eagerly sought out Cody's acknowledgment. However, upon scanning the room, she realized he was

she tugged at his sleeve, and asked, "Mr. Ellsworth, where's Mr. Tucker? Wasn't he