Masked In Nobility: Secrets Of Mrs. Chavez by Selina Gorges

The seating drama finally settled down, and everyone returned to their places. Yvette chose to sit with Andrew, while Bonnie took a seat nearby.

“Really? Was it that serious? It’s just a matter of two or three seats Do they really have to make such a big deal? We’re all in the front rows anyway. Does it even matter where we sit? Bonnie thought, rolling her eyes.

Simon didn’t mind. With so many people around, even if he wanted to talk to Yvette, it wouldn’t be easy. Zachary was used › Yvette’s indifference, so her not sitting with him didn’t surprise him. The most disappointed was Zion, who felt he had missed a great chance to chat with her.

Jaiden, meanwhile, sat next to Simon. Originally, Simon thought Lionel from the Lewis family would attend, but it turned out to be Jaiden instead. Since they hadn’t seen each other in a while, they switched seats on purpose to catch up.

Backstage. Ruby stormed into the dressing room, tears in her eyes. She slammed the door shut and, in a fit of rage, trashed the makeup on the table. She stared at her furious reflection in the mirror. Wiping away her tears, she clenched her fists.

I swear I’m going to take Yvette down in the piano competition,’ she thought to herself. The piano was Ruby’s domain-her true stage. The people backstage heard the loud crashes from the dressing room and backed away cautiously, not wanting to get caught in Ruby’s fury.

At 9:30 am., Art Festival officially kicked off. Four hosts led the opening ceremony, and Simon was the first to take the stage. His speech encouraged the participants to compete with both grace and skill, ending with a wish for the festival’s success.

Then came the moment everyone had been waiting for-the musical performances. Ruby was set to play the piano, and despite her earlier outburst, it barely dampened the crowd’s excitement.

Backstage, Ruby redid her makeup and changed into a flowing white dress. As she stepped under the spotlight, the audience’s attention was solely on her. This was her place, where she felt she truly belonged.

With a small, confident smile, she brushed off her earlier frustration. Determined to stay positive, she didn’t even glance at Yvette. Taking her seat at the piano, Ruby began to play. Her fingers danced across the keys, producing an enchanting melody that captivated everyone.

just like she did in rehearsals. There’s no emotion in it-only bitterness. Ruby might have masked her emotions outwardly, but

thought, Is this the person Mr. Holmes recommended to me? Her playing’s so average. She even

around at the audience, many of whom seemed entranced by Ruby’s playing. It only made him feel more incredulous. But when

particular, sat with a neutral expression, her brows slightly furrowed. Sawyer raised his eyebrows, surprised

eyes and crossed her arms, already

in a gown and trying to hold in her stomach, she was focused on maintaining her image, even though her ribs ached. The only thing keeping her motivated was the thought of

with anticipation. Next to her, Zachary noticed the excitement radiating from Nellie but

“Ruby’s playing is really impressive. No wonder she passed Level

on Yvette. He glanced at Bonnie, who was casually munching

Bonnie jumped, spilling her snacks everywhere. “What?” she exclaimed, looking up at Andrew.

pointed at Yvette, who was still asleep. “Aren’t you

waved him off, umbothered. “Worried? Nah, Yve knows what she’s doing. Relax. Here, have some

head affectionately. “All you

and felt a spark of satisfaction. If Ruby has passed Level S, there’s no way Yvette stands a chance, she thought. She could practically

frustration melted away as she stepped off the stage and returned to her usual smug self. Now, all she could think about was how great it would feel to

performances from various departments that lasted for two and a half hours. Once it wrapped up, everyone anticipated one of the

field, packed with students eager to see who would take the championship. Most of the audience.

university forums. Every year, after Art Festival, students voted for the “Most Popular Award” on the forums, and