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.

stage stairs with a heavy

down by the bitter taste of

reserved for winners had never felt more

approached her, perhaps to offer comfort or words of

shaking her head before

aware that Cody had been eager to mentor Elyse for some time, but he suspected Cody's feelings might have changed. Despite this, Cody remained tight-lipped about his true intentions

the truth, Richie found

comforting hand on Richie's shoulder and shook

head.

be. The sting of a first failure is sharp, but she must find

Richie felt increasingly uneasy.

that she hadn't truly failed; she was

wouldn't define

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booming voice interrupted their conversation. "Well done! You

No one your

glanced over to see Vicky standing confidently before

subtle lift of her chin, a hint of smugness and

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

among her peers." Grace, wearing a displeased expression, interjected, "If only you could overcome your stage nerves, Darren. Then, perhaps you'd

could only offer a helpless look

concertmaster, eagerly sought out Cody's acknowledgment. However, upon scanning

at his sleeve, and asked, "Mr. Ellsworth, where's Mr. Tucker? Wasn't he here to scout for an apprentice? I've clinched first place.