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,”

her voice as encouraging as

wavered, Kendra reached out, seized Lindsey’s

“Come on, Linds, Ms.

Hughes is right.

This chance is rare.

Stop making excuses.

no need to play

“Kendra, stop it.

me go,” Lindsey protested,

Kendra was relentless, pressing Lindsey’s hand against the

“Stop being stubborn, Linds.

thinking of

You loved the violin.

only because of your

that grudge

you’re dying

Don’t be shy.

”

before he could act, the scuffle sent Lindsey tumbling forward into the

a splash, she

Linds! Someone help!” Kendra crouched by the poolside, tears streaming down her

was the one who had nudged Lindsey into the water during their

a shadowy figure shed his coat

gasping for air, only to be hoisted

had come to

wet hair was on his forehead, and his

snatched up his jacket from the ground and wrapped it around

held her drenched shoulders as

“Linds, are you alright?”