Secret Admiration: Finding True Love After Prison

Chapter 225 Breathtaking Performance

As the curtains were drawn, Lydia missed the look of panic on Meryl's face, and a wave of disappointment washed over her.

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As some guests began to leave, Lydia grabbed Dalton's arm and said, "Dalton, how can such a big hotel just lose power like this? I'm scared of the dark! Let's get out of here!" Dalton frowned, taking in the chaos.

With the sudden blackout and the noise, it was clear that the gala was probably coming to an end.

He straightened his jacket, ready to leave, when suddenly, a deep cello sound pierced the air.

Lydia froze, her face darkening.

She couldn't help but wonder, "How could Meryl still play without a microphone?"

In the midst of the confusion, the audience hushed, as if enchanted by the unexpected music. It was a soothing sound that cut through the chaos and grabbed everyone's attention. Since the microphone was out, everyone had to stay quiet to hear her play.

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out their phones, shining their flashlights

lights began to focus on Meryl, who sat gracefully in the

the turmoil around her. Cradling her cello, she leaned in and began to play, filling the room with beautiful

the cello for around two years, which wasn't long

time, she had only

all. It was only

a distinct style when she played the cello. She poured her heart into it rather

practice, she was far from mastering the instrument, but

had said it

so soon.

encourage her to keep playing, believing that if she continued, she could one day have her own solo concert and

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down that opportunity, burdened by

a taxi with her cello, Dalton wouldn't have had to brave that rainy day to pick her up, leading

a heartbreaking piece in the hospital, she made a

notes flowed from her like a

depths of their souls, especially in the enveloping darkness of the room,

was entirely spellbound, all noise fading away as they focused on the