Side Chick Era... Over

Loving Mom 396

Chapter 396

Sharon and Wendy both turned toward the door. A young woman stood there, glancing nervously around the room.

Sharon walked over. “Yes, this is Jaron Studios. Are you here for the interview?”

The woman nodded, her expression slightly stiff. “My name’s Casey Windham. I’m here to apply for the pianist position.”

She handed over her resume as she spoke.

Sharon took it and skimmed through. To her surprise, Casey wasn’t just a pianist; she was an accomplished violinist as well. Piano Level 10, with an impressive list of awards from international competitions, many of which carried significant prestige.

Sharon nodded. “Would you mind playing something for us?”

Casey nodded back, walked over to the piano, adjusted the bench, and tested the keys briefly before beginning to play.

Her foundation was solid, and her technique was flawless. Her hands moved confidently across the keys.

But, something wavered. Maybe it was nerves, maybe something else.

Anote fell wrong.

like that wasn’t fatal, not for professionals. Recover quickly, and the audience might

And then… silence.

I messed up…” Her voice

“It’s alright. It’s just one note. Nothing serious. Take a breath.

her fingers on the keys, and this time, the melody flowed perfectly. No mistakes. Smooth and steady, almost beautiful enough to hold the room

your piano skills

was obvious that Casey’s problem wasn’t technique.

touched a piano in five years. I’ve been out of the industry for too

don’t mind me asking… why didn’t you play

he was in a car accident. He went blind. I’ve been taking care of him ever

Wendy exchanged a

before speaking. “Casey, I’m sorry to hear that. But you know how this industry is. There’s a lot of traveling and touring. Your boyfriend… he probably still

explain, shaking her head. “His sight

go. I stayed because I couldn’t

more resolute. “But I promise. If you hire me, I won’t leave easily.