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!”

deep breath, and played a piece

effortlessly through the

to the music while stealing glances

socialite from Greenmeadow, known for her pride and difficult nature. The Delaney and Smith families were well–off but were a step away from

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

thought, Rachel glanced

Collins hadn’t given her a glance or word since

asked, “Mr. Stanton, what do you think?” He wasn’t impressed. Stanton silently criticized,

sake, Stanton coughed and

sent Juliana’s chin tilting

for his 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 the age of ten. Unfortunately, she fell ill

bother to teach someone

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

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

his one–word verdict. “Pity.”

one Beethoven in

girl indeed had talent, but Stanton wasn’t a

sealed her

Collins and Joy’s eyes filled with

was out of the way. She then turned to Rosina. “This is Miss

performance was even more

day, Stanton would have been brutally honest, but before Lia,

three had played, Rachel finally said. This is Cordelia. She’s

for Juliana, but Lorna stepped forward anxiously. “Lia is gifted academically She picks up things quickly, so please, Mr. Stanton, give her a chance.”

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

say something more to plead her case when Stanton’s incredulous voice cut through the silence.

Impossible!

the ivories

quickly piled on “That’s right, Mr. Stanton. Lia grew up in an orphanage, you see. There’s no way they could afford a piano teacher there. Plus, the poor girl’s always been emotionally out