Love or Die CEO’s Daily Dose of Swoon

Chapter 52

Stanton’s eyes widened in disbelief Rubbing them, he looked again.

The girl was in a pair of light blue tracksuits. And those familiar, misty eyes slowly met his as she turned toward his voice Their gazes locked, and Stanton drew a sharp breath

With Cordelia there, why had the Delaney family gone to such lengths to seek him out?

The nanny beside him explained. “Mr. Stanton came up when he heard the piano, so

Stanton was the Delaney family’s quest of honor that day, and Rachel had instructed the nanny to treat him with the utmost respect.

The nanny couldn’t stop Stanton from coming up, leading to him standing behind everyone

Rachel didn’t mind the unexpected arrival. But why was Stanton staring at Cordelia? Could Cordelia’s beauty have struck a chord in him?

Frowning, Rachel glanced at Juliana. Like mother, like daughter. Juliana immediately understood her mother’s concern and sidestepped to block Stanton’s view of Cordelia.

Rachel approached with a beaming smile. “Mr. Stanton, your presence graces our humble home! How about we head downstairs for coffee first? Let the kids get ready so we can proceed with the auditions.

She had already briefed Stanton about a few more candidates for the audition.

But auditions for Cordelia? Stanton swallowed hard. “No, that won’t be necessary”

Rachel paused. “No coffee? Then shall we begin the auditions now?”

She was aware of Stanton’s fame for his go–getter attitude, but his eagerness took her by surprise.

“Well then,” she agreed and started introducing the candidates, beginning with her daughter. “This is my Juliana. She’s passed her Grade 10 piano and looks to further her studies with you. She’s hardworking and academically excellent. You can test her skills! Juliana, play something for us, darling.

Juliana stepped forward, a mix of modesty and eagerness in her demeanor. “Mr. Stanton, I hope you’ll give me the opportunity!”

her plea, she approached the piano, took a deep breath, and played a piece

music flowed effortlessly through the room.

to

to Mrs. Collins, looking at her earnestly. Mrs. Collins was a famed socialite from Greenmeadow, known for her pride and difficult nature. The Delaney and Smith families were

in a few days. If Mrs. Collins could introduce her, Rachel would enter high society,

thought, Rachel glanced at Lorna.

was virtually invisible on an occasion like this. Mrs. Collins hadn’t given her a glance or word since

her performance and returned to her spot, Rachel asked, “Mr. Stanton, what do you think?” He

sake, Stanton coughed and

chin tilting upward

Collins of the Collins family. Her talent in piano is unsurpassed. Miss Collins had completed her Grade 10 plano by the age of ten. Unfortunately, she fell ill and has been deaf and mute since

who would bother to

Mrs. Collins‘ eyes dimmed,

Collins signed to Joy, who understood and played the piece again as Cordelia had shown her.

his one–word verdict. “Pity.”

only one Beethoven in

was challenging. The young girl indeed had talent, but

one word sealed

eyes filled with

turned to Rosina. “This is Miss Smith, a

performance was even more

honest, but before Lia, he shook his head, unable to offer

had played, Rachel finally said. This is Cordelia. She’s never

Cordelia, ready to sing more praises for Juliana, but Lorna stepped forward anxiously. “Lia is gifted academically She picks up things quickly, so

you’re eager, but Lia has never learned piano. The

plead her case when Stanton’s incredulous voice cut through the silence.

Impossible!

ivories surpassed

Stanton. Lia grew up in an orphanage, you see. There’s no way they could afford a piano teacher there. Plus, the