Chapter 267

As soon as Esther uttered those words, the room erupted in chatter, and curiosity thickened the atmosphere.

“Who would have guessed Ms. Evans could play the piano? She certainly doesn’t strike me as a country bumpkin

“Now, hold your horses. Being able to play is one thing: playing well is quite another?

“I believe if Ms. Evans has the courage to perform, she must be quite confident in her abilities”

Surrounded by these mixed opinions, Olive furrowed her brows deeply. Edward and Quinita’s expressions turned grave, but Fabian and his brothers seemed far from worried; in fact, they were somewhat excited.

“Judging by your faces, are you all convinced that Elysia will emerge victorious? Yehoshua inquired in a hushed tone.

“Don’t worry, she’s got this.” Javier grinned. They had witnessed Elysia’s performances firsthand, and with her piano prowess, managing this small event would pose no challenge whatsoever.

Upon hearing this, Yehoshua finally felt reassured. Since both Fabian and Javier had given their seal of approval, it must indeed be alright.

Fabian and the others had personally experienced Elysia’s cello mastery, but Olive and Edward remained unaware of her

talent.

Olive frowned, casting a disapproving glare at Esther on stage. Of course, she understood Esther’s intentions–to embarrass Elysia. This was truly going too far. “Esther, stop this nonsense!” Olive’s voice carried an air of authority.

But Esther remained unperturbed. She felt increasingly uneasy inside. Now that even Olive was taking Elysia’s side, she couldn’t stand it. “Grandma, it was Elysia who volunteered to perform. I’m just conveying the message; I’m not causing any trouble,” she protested.

Olive’s face darkened further, and she turned her gaze towards Jim, who was nearby. “Look at the daughter you’ve raised! Isn’t her behavior already shameful enough?”

directed at Esther. Instead, he addressed Olive, “Mom, I understand your

and she has clearly explained that Elysia wanted to perform. Why are you blaming Esther for

it shouldn’t be this extreme. Besides, Elysia wouldn’t have suggested performing unless she was confident. Don’t

and Esther had provided the perfect setup. He wouldn’t let

no difference. Everyone would only remember Elysia embarrassing herself at the

Jim’s speech, the crowd

purple dress, clutching her wine glass, approached Zane, her eyes fixed on Elysia in the

voice, Zane looked at the woman beside

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what she heard, Jocelyn, Zane’s mother, retorted sharply. “Only you’re allowed here? I got an invitation too, you know. And

and leaned slightly closer to Jocelyn. “I wouldn’t dare,” he said with a hint of

but my son just isn’t making any progress. You

is

another takes this remarkable young lady from you, then you are in big trouble.”

one can take from me,” Zane responded confidently.

be so certain,” Jocelyn

calmly and said, “Do you truly have so little faith

gaze fixed on Elysia. “If you don’t

only complicate matters further. Relax, Elysia is truly capable. She

that confident?” she

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