The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance

Chapter 695

Rachel was well aware of this, so she didn't dare stir up any unnecessary trouble.

Abby nodded. "Her song choices were actually pretty good. She's had some experience in competitions, and her performance was solid-nothing spectacular, but no major mistakes either."

Antoney chimed in, “The fact that she got accepted to Neo-Vespera University and even caught Mr. Walden's eye proves she's got some real talent.”

"If she'd just put her energy into the right things, she could achieve so much more. It's a shame, really..."

He let out a mocking laugh. "But instead, she spends all her time scheming to steal Star's spotlight or trying to set Star up."

Abby shared his sentiment. "I'll admit, she's talented. But compared to Star, there's still a big gap."

"Mr. Walden must really be losing his touch, taking her under his wing and thinking she's better than Star."

Antoney shrugged. "If she plays to her strengths, a second-place finish is well within reach."

He recognized most of the other contestants, after all-they all moved in the same circles, and he had a pretty clear sense of their abilities.

Rachel was definitely stronger than the rest.

And when it came to the international stage, Rachel's skills were nothing to scoff at-she was among the best.

team, our

three? Every competition Star's ever entered, she's never had to settle for second

her a look. “This is a team event. Making

now, finally spoke up. "What about the solo competition? Do you think

Connolly, I'm sure you've heard the saying-there's always someone better, always a higher

raised an eyebrow. "So, Mr. Watson, you

faint, confident smile. "What I

calm, but there was an unmistakable note of pride and audacity

hadn't fully regained her former strength. She hadn't picked up a violin in five years, and no matter how hard she practiced now,

after this national competition, and especially after the upcoming concert, she'd be back to

before the concert, while the international event would take

talent and skill set

surprise or skepticism, a small, knowing smile played at his

it. I never

him but said nothing. Neville, unlike Haynes, never rained on

Rachel's performance came to

erupted into

brightly

year's contestants are truly full of

host's delight wasn't