Kendra then seized Lindsey’s arm and announced to Monica, “Ms.

Hughes, you’re right.

Lindsey adores the violin.

She’s been longing for a chance to play for you, perhaps to receive some guidance.

Monica regarded Kendra with a look of disdain, then turned to Lindsey with a warm smile.

“Alright, that’s fine by me.

Lindsey lifted her gaze to the violin resting on the shelf by the pool.

It had been ages since she last played, and the sight of her old instrument stirred something deep within her.

Yet, she dismissed the thought with a shake of her head.

“No, let’s not.

It’s been too long.

I’ve probably forgotten how to play,” she said.

“Just give it a try.

There’s hardly anyone around.

It won’t hurt,”

voice as encouraging as it was

wavered, Kendra reached out, seized Lindsey’s arm, and

“Come on, Linds, Ms.

Hughes is right.

This chance is rare.

Stop making excuses.

no need to play shy,”

“Kendra, stop it.

Lindsey protested, detesting

pressing

“Stop being stubborn, Linds.

thinking of

You loved the violin.

because of your dad you

held that grudge for

you’re dying to play

Don’t be shy.

as he watched Kendra’s persistent hold, but before he could act, the scuffle sent Lindsey

splash, she

Someone help!” Kendra crouched by the poolside, tears streaming down her face, yet a slight smile betrayed her true

was the one who had nudged Lindsey into the

shadowy figure shed his coat and dove into

for air, only to be hoisted up

come to

his forehead, and his shirt clung

from the ground and wrapped it around Lindsey,

large and restless, held her drenched shoulders as he scanned her

“Linds, are you alright?”

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