Heartbreak Brings Mr. Right by PASSION

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,”

coaxed, her voice as encouraging as

Lindsey’s

“Come on, Linds, Ms.

Hughes is right.

This chance is rare.

Stop making excuses.

to play shy,”

“Kendra, stop it.

Lindsey protested, detesting

pressing

“Stop being stubborn, Linds.

just thinking

You loved the violin.

of your dad you

held that grudge

know 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 tumbling forward into the

a splash, she hit the

the poolside, tears streaming down her face, yet a slight smile betrayed her true

the one who had nudged Lindsey into the water during

a shadowy figure shed

only to

come to

wet hair was on his forehead, and

snatched up his jacket from the ground and wrapped it around Lindsey,

her drenched shoulders as he scanned her

“Linds, are you alright?”