Chapter 230 n the past, he would have stepped in without hesitation, shielding her from such a moment.

But today, for some reason, he felt Elizabeth might surprise him.

Most of the guests had some background in piano, even if only casually.

They could easily recognize Albin’s exceptional skill.

Their eyes were fixed on Elizabeth, many of them waiting eagerly for her to falter.

The Norris family was at the top of the social hierarchy.

The thought of Oliver’s wife bringing disgrace to his family only fueled the satisfaction of the women he hadn’t chosen, adding a vindictive glint to their eyes.

Melany’s gentle voice broke through the tension.

“Elizabeth, don’t worry about how it sounds.

Just enjoy the moment.

Your thoughtfulness is gift enough for me.”

Shawn nodded in agreement.

“That’s right, dear.

need to

her head

you, Melany

With that, she smoothed her dress and took her seat at the piano, her movements poised and

her fingers hovering above the keys as though reacquainting

stretched wide, barely

could already envision Elizabeth becoming the punchline of

Kailee pulled out her phone, switching to camera mode to document what

opening notes were soft and unassuming, a gentle melody that flowed

and the murmurs

a piano,” someone murmured, “but

this feels…

had hoped for, but neither did it captivate the

Elizabeth remained unbothered, utterly engrossed in

refined—her long neck and poised shoulders forming an elegant silhouette that carried

the keys with a grace that resembled swans in motion, fluid

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