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?

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

Evangeline had not even thought about winning when she threw down

not help but flash his niece a big thumbs up. "Evie, you're totally rocking it

his heart ache. Evangeline,

realized his own outlook was pretty narrow, and he made a mental note

performance came

finally Evangeline's turn, the star everyone had

stage, violin in hand, brushing past Minnie

brief encounter, disaster

up the sound of a violin string snapping. The jarring noise was so loud that Evangeline had to cover her ears. Once

string had snapped

had been sliced with a blade rather than worn

of determination flashed in

and tune them perfectly before stepping

violin string with a