Dumping My Fiancé For His Uncle By Danielle Sayers

Chapter 39

Chapter 39

Instantly, the crowd was discussing each other. I told you my ship is real. Nicolas and Emmalie are definitely together."

Look at Nicolas protecting Emmalie. I'm literally dying from the feels

"They re definitely involved. Nicolas never likes attending events like this, so why else would he come? It's totally to hear Emmalie play the piano"

Nicolas raised a hand to stop the gossip and said seriously, "Yes, it's true, I do have a fiancée"

The moment the words left his mouth, Emmalie's face flushed bright red. She was too embarrassed to even glance in his direction

The host caught on quickly and tried to manage the situation, suggesting that they perform together. But the deeper Nicolas frown grew, the worse his expression became

Darwin, standing nearby, finally intervened with a helpless smile. "What Mr. Hendrix means is, he's engaged. And just to clarify. Emmalie is not Mr. Hendrix's fiancée. Let's not get things confused."

Though Darwin's tone was casual, his words felt like a harsh slap across Emmalie's face. She stood frozen, momentarily forgetting to control her expression

wasn't about to let her off that easily. His eyes swept toward her, cool and businesslike. "Ms. Rowland, it's best not to ad unfounded rumors like this. It could harm your reputation."

Nicolas tone was purely professional, without a hint of blame, but Emmalie was already tearing up from the humiliation. She dug her nails into her palms, trying to suppress the storm of emotions brewing inside. Forcing herself to regain composure, Emmalie apologized, making sure to keep up appearances. And then she said calmly, "Me Hendrix, as long as the misunderstanding is cleared up, that's all that matters. "This was something Thea told me in private. She probably wasn't aware of the whole situation. She's just excited for me, that's all. And she shares it with me in a hurry.

Piese don't hold her accountable. It would mean a lot to me."

was impressive. She could lie so smoothly, without even batting an

that. Emunale visibly relaxed, while whispers began to circulate

was off. Emmalie's always been so graceful. No way would she

her toxic sister? It's so disgusting! What kind of

Nicolas and Emmalie could end up together? Having a fiancee doesn't mean he's married

with you. Nicolas might have feelings for her, but the engagement is

the murmurs, Imunale struggles to keep her lips from curving no

up suddenly. "Now that my sister has finished performing, it's my

wrong. I'll apologize when we get home. Continuing like this is only going to make things worse." she said softly. Thea didn't move, her gaze was condescending as she stared at Emmalie. Then she replied, "I'm not making a scene. I'm just telling the truth. After all, I was supposed

to take the opportunity. I'd be the one standing in your

was filled with patience. "I'll agree to anything you say if

the host rushed up to the stage quickly,

smile. "Emmalie, do you

picked me herself to be her student. Even though she's abroad now, that doesn't give you the right to spread rumors about her Someone in the crowd couldn't help but pipe up, "Looks like Thea's lost her

too. She's completely off her

for our Emmalie, dealing

a particular figure in the audience. A genuine smile spread across her face.

drained all the color from

woman, hair streaked with gray but still carrying herself with grace, was helped onto

who she was, but anyone

greatest pianists alive. Why is she

it obvious? She's here for her star student, Emmalie. Everyone knows she's only ever taken one student under her wing, and she treats her like her own daughter,

With Celeste standing up for her beloved student, what could Thea possibly