Unmasking the Heiress by Sisi Yea

Chapter 193

Chapter 193

Minnie's hands worked magic, coaxing from the violin à melody that was both haunting and exquisite.

Evangeline, waiting in the wings and not showing a trade of nerves, beamed as she watched Minnie play. completely captivated by the performance.

Yale, who had been keeping an eye on the front of the house from backstage, was struck by the scene before him.

He sidled up to Evangeline, gave her a gentle pat on the shoulder to catch her attention, and whispered, Evie, aren't you up against Minnie? How come you don't look the least bit worried?"

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The Glacial Crown Jade bracelet was worth a fortune. It was even more valuable than the ring Cole gave.

Was Evangeline really not bothered about staking such a treasure?

gave a carefree chuckle in response. "Why should I be freaking out? It's just a bracelet, isn't it? If I lose, I lose. It's not like it's mine or

him that Evangeline had not even thought about winning when she threw down the gauntlet to Minnie. No wonder she was as cool as

Yale could not help but flash his niece a big thumbs up. "Evie,

imperial green jade made his heart ache.

narrow, and he made a mental note to take a page out of

Minnie's performance came

Evangeline's turn, the star everyone had been waiting

stage, violin in hand, brushing past Minnie who had

brief encounter, disaster

string snapping. The jarring noise was so loud that Evangeline had to cover her ears. Once the din died down, she looked down at the violin cradled in her

had

been sliced with a blade

determination flashed

perfectly before stepping on stage, and yet, the

her violin string