Game Over No Second Chances

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Chapter 136

How could a place on stage not be the best seat?" Ruth stood behind Serena, admiring how he soft gold gown complemented her.

With a gentle touch, she ran her fingers through Serena's sleek black hair. "How about some urls?"

efore Serena could respond, Ruth had already called over the stylists and said, "Serena's look too plain. When the stage lights hit, her makeup will be completely washed out. She has such reat features. You'd better make sure she looks stunning."

he two stylists perked up with excitement.

loments later, Serena walked out with effortless grace. Her long, cascading hair had been yled into soft waves, accentuating her delicate features, while her makeup enhanced her riking facial contours. As she lifted her beautiful eyes and offered a gentle smile, she looked ke a masterpiece straight out of a classic painting.

How do I look?" she asked.

Absolutely perfect! Babe, if you're willing to step into the spotlight, I could turn you into a iperstar in no time," Ruth praised without hesitation.

erena tilted her head slightly as she gazed at her reflection in the mirror. It had been a long me since she had worn makeup for the stage.

er time with Zach seemed to have made her forget so much-the faint vibrations in her ears hen she played the violin and the subtle sounds of the piano keys as her fingers pressed

Own.

an elegant performance gown, those long-lost notes drifted back to her, lling

Ruth said as she handed a mask to her. rena softly thanked her and placed it over her

led her through the dimly lit backstage area. As she stepped onto the curtain- shielded age, a flood of

then, someone nearby whispered,

that the bass violinist was feeling

Go rest for now and

that minor incident

and the vocal performance began, Serena's gaze swept across the audience. Familiar yet unfamiliar faces emerged, and her heartbeat synchronized with the rhythm of the drums. Her long fingers descended, and the sound of the piano flowed like a gentle stream, cascading into the hearts of those

new pianist," Wendy

piano and then on the woman sitting at it. A strange sense of familiarity washed over him as

stage. It had been

an internationally renowned orchestra's performance.

been with Serena at the cafe, ridiculing her. She had seen Ruth from upstairs that day

there was no doubt.

could someone like her

hushed voice rose from the crowd. "Wait. Isn't that Mr.

eyes turned

the disturbance and looked in