Chapter 8
Let me play the piano! I’ve only taken two lessons and barely knew the keys. Nevin really knows how to put me on the spot, Joanna thought to herself, a cold sweat breaking out on her forehead as she gently rugged on Hayden’s sleeve.
In an instant, Hayden stepped in front of her protectively. “Nevin, you’re scaring Joanna.
Lucy couldn’t take it anymore. She strode forward, her voice dripping with sarcasm. “So what if she plays the piano? Didn’t we all learn some kind of art a kids! Yvonne is a grade ten planist”
Lucy and I go way back, like childhood friends who were always in each other’s pockets. But when it came to my piano skills, I wasn’t in the mood to explain. So, I gently nudged her, Lucy, let it go.”
She wasn’t having it. “Why? What’s the deal if a mistress can play the pianot They’re blowing it out of proportion. For decent ladies like us, it’s no biccie.”
I instinctively glanced at Hayden and saw his serious expression. He had a soft spot for Joanna, like nobody else. If Lucy kept up with her rani, she could really get on his bad side.
Just as I was about to explain, Nevin sneered, “What a joker If Yvonne can play the piano, I’ll turn my head into a soccer ball and let her kick it
around.”
In his eyes. I must have looked like a clueless woman who only chased after Hayden. Otherwise, he wouldn’t have made a crack like that
Yasir stood nearby, resting his chin on his hand, wondering if he’d get to see a good ball game tonight
Meanwhile, Marlon had also spotted this scene from a distance. He was captivated by the bright red figure in the crowd, admiration shining in his eyes
His friend, Chester Flynn, handed him a glass of red wine and followed his gaze–Yvonne was under the spotlight, her poise and charm impossible to miss. “Is that the one you’re into?” he inquired.
“Yep. Marlon replied, sipping from his glass. Instantly, the rich flavor spread through his mouth,
Just saving, there are all kinds of women out there. Why are you interested in a married one Chester scratched his head, confused–was being into married women the new trend!
Marlon didn’t care about that at all. Instead, he asked Chester. “What do you think she’ll do?”
*If she had any skills, she would have gone up to perform by now, right? Chester looked toward Yvonne. He had heard a few rumors about her and didn’t have a good impression.
Marlon remained quiet, his gaze softening as he watched Yvonne. No matter what happened, he wouldn’t let anyone hurt her again.
In the distance, the tension was thick
Nevin was convinced I would embarrass myself and was relentless in his taunts. Meanwhile, Hayden and Joanna stood closely together, looking like they were the real couple.
If it weren’t for the fact that this piano was something my mother had wanted while she was alive, I would have gladly let Hayden have it to win Joanna’s affection. But tonight, I was determined to have it.
“So, you guys are saying that as long as I can play, the piano is mine?” I asked then shifted my gaze to Nevin with a teasing grin. “And as well as your
brad
Nevin didn’t flinch. He just sneered right back, “Not just the plano, I’ll show you nothing but respect, every single day.”
“Great!” I nodded, a smile tugging at my lips. It was always amusing to watch a fool give himself
Just as I was about to step onto the stage, Hayden, who had been quiet for a while, called out to me. “Yvonne, if you can’t handle it, don’t push younell
His words were icy, dripping with disclain, not a hint of sympathy to be found. It seemed like he was more worried about me making a fool of myself than anything else.
I bristled laut kept my gaze forward, marching determinedly towards the piano. Just like Nevin, he probably figured I’d make a mess of things and end up bolting off the stage in tears.
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Glancing down at the piano keys that felt like old friends, I caught Lucy’s voice rising up in my defense. Hmph Such an ignorant bunch. Yvonne can do anything. She’s not the loser they think she is.”
The moment my delicate fingers touched the keys, I glanced back at Hayden in the crowd. He stood far away in a hazy glow, so I couldn’t make out his features. Suddenly, I forgot why I had been so hopelessly in love with him.
I recalled how he always kept his distance, and I never quite felt like I fit into his sphere. Once, I played a tune for him while he was out cold; now, I was playing for myself,
Taking a deep breath, I gently touched the piano keys. Lovely notes flowed from my fingertips, filling the space. Suddenly, everything around me fell silent, and I lost myself completely in the music.
“Oh my God! Yvonne looks stunning up there! Lucy gushed, her eyes brimming with excited tears.
She’d always known Yvonne was exceptional–smart, with a pianist for a mother, and a fantastic family behind her. But somehow, that cold guy Hayden had turned Yvonne into a lovestruck mess. Now, Bnally, Yvonne was back to her sensel,
Turning back to the crowd, who looked stunned, Lucy smirked with pride. “Seet Now you’re getting it. Yvonne’s the real deal, right?”
The moment Nevin heard the beautiful plano music, his legs went weak. He stared at the stage in disbelief. How’s this possible! Isn’t Yvonne supposed to be incapable of anything! How could she have this talent?
Watching Yvonne have everyone’s attention, Joanna felt her anger boiling over. She clenched her fists tightly, her nails digging into her palms. ‘Damn Yvonne, snatching the spotlight like it’s nothing!
She stole a glance at Hayden next to her, noticing how intently he was watching Yvonne. Jealousy coiled around her heart, growing tighter with every second
Hayden had no idea Yvonne had such talent. He was always indifferent to the people and things around him. And with this marriage being something that was pushed on him, he’d never felt any red connection to Yvonne
But the plans music inexplicably brought back that sensation from when he was half–conscious. The tune was different, yet it resonated with him In a peculiar way.
He found himself drawn to the fiery red figure on stage–her long, lush hair flowing down her back, her face aglow with a radiant beauty–she was absolutely huminous.
Hayden couldn’t help but step forward, and an idea began to swirl in his mind—had Yvonne really been the one playing the piano music he had heard while he was in a comat
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