Chapter 74

The guests were taken aback as well. They knew Jade had few apprentices, each already well-known, yet Mila's face was unfamiliar and youthful.

What was more striking was Jade referring to this particular apprentice as a prodigy-a first in her career.

Jade smiled gently. "She's my very first student. She's been honing her skills in solitude for years, and now it's time for her to step into the world."

Mila had been with Jade from a very young age, personally groomed by her mentor. It was no exaggeration to call her Jade's final disciple.

Upon learning Mila's full name, the guests grew even more surprised.

Sutherland, just like Jade.

Though questions lingered, no one dared to pry. Jade had always claimed to be an orphan, true or not, she was tight-lipped about her lineage.

The guests were savvy enough to avoid stirring any discomfort. They understood it was best to keep such matters to themselves.

aunt had brought her here to familiarize herself with the faces;

chatter slowly dwindled, an

The lights dimmed completely.

was a musical gala, a celebration within

tonight were renowned musicians alongside newcomers eager to make

herself, found the scene intriguing. She moved closer to the window to get a better view of the darkened

center of the stage, where

ascent.

rang out, followed by the

recognized the melody as

eyes to savor the music when she recognized the figure in the spotlight, strumming

It was Giselle.

was she doing performing at this gala? Wasn't

Mila watched intently.

grand harp, her foot pressing the pedal, producing

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