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 eye. Nicolas looked toward Thea, his expression hard to read. "I have no

while whispers began to circulate through

so graceful. No way would she

can she escape her toxic sister? It's so disgusting! What kind of sibling keeps scheming her

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

keep her

suddenly. "Now that

anything 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

and begged to take the opportunity. I'd be the

Emmalie's tone was filled with patience. "I'll agree to anything you say if you'll just step

to the stage quickly, ready to usher

a calm smile. "Emmalie, do you remember your master? The one you took from me,"

give you the right to spread rumors about her Someone in the crowd couldn't help but pipe up, "Looks like Thea's lost

think so too. She's completely off

for our

particular figure in the audience. A genuine smile spread across her face. "Celeste, I see you

one sentence drained all the

with gray but still carrying herself

younger audience members had no idea who she was, but anyone with a bit of knowledge about classical music recognized her immediately. "That's Celeste Arden,

the greatest pianists alive. Why is she coming here

ever taken one student under her wing, and she treats

as if waiting for the inevitable show. With Celeste standing up for her

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