Who's Crying Now, Ex-Husband?

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.

stood quietly by Jade's side, observing but contributing little. Her aunt had brought her here

chatter slowly dwindled, an enveloping silence filled the

The lights dimmed completely.

was a musical gala, a celebration within the

musicians alongside newcomers eager

She moved closer to the window

of the stage, where a

ascent.

out, followed by the resonant

not a music expert, Mila recognized the melody as a harp playing "Clair de

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

It was Giselle.

she doing performing at this gala? Wasn't she

Mila watched intently.

by the grand harp, her foot pressing the pedal, producing a