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.

the team, our division might actually

competition Star's ever entered, she's

“This is a team

finally spoke up. "What about the solo

him. "Mr. Connolly, I'm sure you've heard the saying-there's always someone better, always a

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

confident smile. "What I mean is-Star is

unmistakable note of pride

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

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

while the international event would

and skill set the gold standard

and instead of surprise or skepticism, a small, knowing smile played

knew it. I never doubted

him but said nothing. Neville, unlike Haynes, never rained on anyone's parade-in fact, he had

wound down, Rachel's performance came

audience erupted

host, beaming even more brightly than before, stepped onto

year's contestants are truly full of hidden talents!

host's delight