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?

out? It's just a bracelet, isn't it? If I lose, I lose. It's not like it's

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

his niece a big thumbs up. "Evie, you're totally rocking

made his heart ache. Evangeline, however, did not even bat

and he made a mental note to take a page

flew, and Minnie's performance came to an

was finally Evangeline's turn, the star everyone had been waiting

brushing past Minnie who had just finished her

in that brief encounter,

of a violin 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

string had

too deliberate, like it had been sliced with a blade rather than worn down

glint of determination flashed in

strings and tune them perfectly before stepping

violin string