Chapter 11 Performance

One day, Aria Mitchell called Lily Parker in a frantic rush, "Lily, I need your help urgently! I had promised Professor Whitmore that I'd be helping at the inauguration ceremony of the new children's welfare center in West City tomorrow. I was to lead the kids in a song for the guests. But there's an emergency at home, and I can't make it. Can you go in my stead?"

"Me?" Lily paused, stunned for a moment, then responded, "Aria, I studied piano, not vocals. Are you sure I'd be suitable?"

"Oh, come on," Aria pleaded. "Professor Whitmore knows you. She even once mentioned that you have a lovely voice, remember? It's better than having no one show up. Besides, it's for a good cause! Please, do it for me. I promise to treat you to a lavish meal afterward!"

After a moment of consideration, given that she had no other plans the next day, Lily cheerfully agreed, "Alright then."

The next day, Lily rose early and hurriedly made her way to the children's welfare center located on the city's outsk