Unspoken Hearts: My Neglected Mute Wife’s Escape

Chapter 772:

Sophie’s brows furrowed, momentarily caught off guard by how simple the proposal sounded. Sophie was about to agree when Rola smirked and added, “But on one condition. Since you’re asking me to leave this room for that pathetic participant, I get to set the rules. I’ll play on my piano while you use that beat-up one. How about that?”

Sophie’s expression darkened. “That’s just stacking the odds against me.”

Anyone who understood pianos knew the difference in sound quality between cheaper and more expensive ones. Personal instruments were fine for practice, but competitions always provided high-grade pianos. Competing on different pianos was clearly unfair. It was clear Rola was making things difficult for Sophie on purpose.

Rola’s smirk widened. “Afraid you’ll lose? If you don’t want to compete, that’s fine. I’ll just inform that poor girl’s sponsor to stop sponsoring her. You shouldn’t have intervened just to show off your kindness. Let’s be clear—if you lose to me, she loses everything, including the sponsorship. Consider this a lesson for you.”

Kallie, who had initially believed this was just a children’s quarrel and didn’t need her involvement, couldn’t stand by any longer. Hearing such cruelty from someone so young was shocking. Stepping forward, she placed a hand on Sophie’s shoulder.

the girl’s sponsor pulls out,

She mimicked Rola’s arrogant stance and met her gaze. “I’m not afraid of you. Let’s have a competition.

now on

on a child’s face before. Suddenly, Clayton’s warnings about the dangers of the local gangs seemed all too real and well-founded. But Kallie shrugged off the concerns.

Rola raised her chin, letting her fingers dance across the keys in a show of superiority. It sounded like a delicate ripple in the water. Even the most random notes came together in harmony. Rola even

and several people, recognizing Rola’s status, applauded her without hesitation. Rola exuded confidence, completely dismissing Sophie

the brand she was

of yours. I’ll go first so you can see

serene smile on her face. “After you,” she said, gesturing

Sophie’s shoulder

would be delightful. And anyone competing here surely possessed some level of talent. Although Rola’s performance was certainly enjoyable, her