Game Over No Second Chances

Chapter 267

"The Javerton City Violin Competition?" Serena looked at the invitation in confusion.

Across from her, Ruth sipped on a new seasonal coffee flavor and smiled. "This is one of the most prestigious competitions in Javerton City. Our orchestra was given a special invitation to send a judge.

"But our best violinist has to return home for some paperwork issues that week. So there's a scheduling conflict, but I don't want to give up the spot."

"So you're asking me?" Serena chuckled.

She had been away from the violin world for far too long. Even for her last public performance, she had hid behind a mask.

She sighed and pushed the invitation back. "I'm not famous enough to sit on the judging panel."

"But your skills are more than enough." Ruth placed the invitation firmly back into her hands, leaving no room for argument. "Do you remember the piece you won with before? Music is timeless-it hasn't faded even today."

Serena felt the invitation heating up in her palm. After a long pause, she finally accepted it—along with a cup of the new coffee. "You're right. I should try something new."

Ruth grinned and clinked her cup against Serena's. "Of course! Like this new coffee. And your first time being a judge. Our lives should be colorful!"

"Yes!" Serena laughed, raising her coffee.

like she had returned

venue in

stare. Some admired her for wearing a full gown

holding her violin

judges nor

by one,

it was Wendy's turn. She lifted her violin

performances ended, the scores for each contestant were

appeared

color. "What? A ten-point system, and I only

startled the other contestants,

the five judges. Among them were Ruth

eyes widened in

haven't played the violin in years! How are you even a judge? You did this

expect to

to cover up the flaws, the

gestured toward