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!”

she approached the piano, took a deep

music flowed effortlessly

snapped out of his reverie, listening to the music while stealing glances

known for her pride and difficult nature. The Delaney and Smith families were well–off but were

Rachel would enter high

that thought, Rachel glanced at

Collins hadn’t given

spot, Rachel asked, “Mr. Stanton, what do

Stanton coughed and

words sent Juliana’s chin

strictness. A ‘not bad’ from him almost guaranteed mentorship! Rachel suppressed her joy and then pointed to Joy. This is Miss Collins of the Collins family. Her talent in piano is unsurpassed. Miss Collins had completed her Grade 10 plano by

would bother to teach someone with

Mrs. Collins‘ eyes dimmed, but she didn’t blame Rachel for the necessary disclosure.

to Joy, who understood and played

and gave his one–word

Beethoven in

someone with disabilities was challenging. The young girl indeed had

sealed her fate.

Collins and Joy’s eyes

out of the way. She then turned to Rosina. “This is Miss Smith, a

performance was even more average.

but before

had played, Rachel finally said.

over Cordelia, ready to sing more praises for Juliana, but Lorna stepped forward anxiously. “Lia is gifted

but Lia has never learned piano. The gap is

more to plead her case when Stanton’s incredulous voice

Impossible!

the ivories surpassed his own.

they could afford a piano teacher there. Plus, the poor