The next day, the news regarding Luna attacking Colette during the latter's late-night meeting with Jayce trended all over the internet.Curious onlookers eagerly checked out the gossip, only to realize what had really happened.Jayce admired Celestria's wine culture.Colette hired someone to follow him in order to create a fateful encounter.Something happened in between, and Jayce's shirt got wet.Colette sat on his chair to clean his shirt. However, she was caught red-handed by Luna who had rushed over. Luna even berated her.Every reporter who created an article on the subject included photos and voice recordings.Colette: "I … I'm not sure. I accidentally spilled some water on Jay—Mr. Murray. I was just drying his clothes for him. We weren't doing anything."Jayce: "I was interested in Celestria's wine culture and wanted to experience it myself. I specifically chose to come here at this hour. How did you know I was here? Don't tell me it's all a big coincidence."I don't
It was held in the largest sports arena in Danube City.The day before the talent competition, the invited media personnel came to set up and test their equipment.The competition would span three days.On the first day, there would be a talent show performed by the graduates of Brighton Women's College.Other than the judges Brighton previously invited, a few representatives from Fortuna University who were highly skilled in dance and vocal performance were also on the judging panel.The second day was when the competition truly began.Representatives from Fortuna, Brighton, as well as other universities, competed through their performances.The third day was split into a morning session and an evening session. In the morning, the graduation ceremony would be held. The school administrators and outstanding representatives would give their speeches then. There would be a reception at night.Apart from the reception on the third evening, all the events held in the sports arena w
Colette did not believe what Victoria said at all. She let out a disdainful chuckle as if she had just heard a joke. "Victoria, just who do you think you are? Don't you think you are being a little too boastful?" Ignoring her, Victoria took out her phone. She had received two missed calls from Benjamin.As required for the performance, Victoria had set her phone on silent. Since she had her phone in her pocket the whole time, she did not notice the calls.Victoria checked her WhatsApp and found that all the messages she received were from Benjamin."What are you and Louis talking about?""Keep your distance from him when you talk. Don't get so close.""Your faces are almost sticking together. Don't talk to him."Victoria smiled as she read the WhatsApp messages. Benjamin did not disappoint her at all. Despite having his childhood friend by his side, he kept his eyes on Victoria. She lifted her gaze in Benjamin's direction. It turned out that Benjamin had been looking at Victo
When Colette found Yvette, the latter was engaged in a conversation with Jayce and Luna. Her face immediately lit up. After a brief hesitation, she approached them."Yvette."Luna's face fell the moment she saw Colette. She did not bother to hide her disdain as she asked, "Ms. White, do you know her?"Yvette glanced at Colette and let out a hum. "She's a friend."Upon hearing that, Colette breathed a sigh of relief. Standing beside Yvette, she started to explain to Luna, "Ms. Gibson, you've misunderstood. I admit that I had someone follow Mr. Murray, and I apologize for that, but I promise I didn't have any weird intentions."Mr. Murray spilled the water by accident, and those reporters who came weren't my doing. I … have someone I like, and the person I like wants to get to know Mr. Murray. I was trying to help him out."Seeing how Luna remained unmoving, Colette continued, "I wasn't aware of your relationship with Mr. Murray, Ms. Gibson. I'm sorry. I wish you both a lifetime of
The moment Yves shouted, the bustling private room fell silent. Only the music was still playing.Benjamin took the phone and gestured towards the speakers.Yves understood him and nodded. He made the OK sign and turned off the music.Victoria was unaware that the phone was now in Benjamin's hands. She thought she was still talking to Yves. "Why did it suddenly get so quiet over there? I was asking you a question. Is Yvette there?"Benjamin smiled and replied, "She's not here. It's just a room full of men. There's not a single woman here. Do you want to come over to check?"Was Benjamin smiling?Why was his voice so gentle?What did he mean by coming over to check?Was that really Benjamin?He had to be an imposter, right?They were stunned by what they were seeing.Yves glanced at the astonished crowd and felt a sense of superiority.These ignorant humans had finally learned that the calm, restrained, and woman-avoiding man was nothing more than a devoted boyfriend.After
Victoria's number was 26.There were three rows in total, and she was in the middle of the second row.It was the spot on stage that would receive the most interference from others.Victoria sat in front of the harp and began tuning the instrument.The entire stage was filled with the sounds of various instruments.Even though they were all high-quality instruments, the cacophony was unbearable.It was nothing short of noise.After tuning her instrument, Victoria reached out and lifted a corner of the white curtain covering her face. She looked in Benjamin's direction.Benjamin, as if sensing her gaze, also turned to look in Victoria's direction.Their eyes met.After smiling at him, Victoria put down the white curtain and closed her eyes.The sheet music for the 12 pieces flashed through her mind like scenes from a movie.She had an excellent memory. For familiar sheet music like this, she could memorize everything in one go.The competition officially started.The sound
Fortuna's remaining representative was named Jeffrey Hartley. He was 29 years old this year and was hailed by Yrindale's media as a once-in-a-century genius.His forte was the piano, but he also dabbled in instruments like the saxophone and flute. However, he was completely clueless when it came to the harp.Jeffrey sat in front of the harp and looked at Victoria, who was seated by the piano.His eyes were filled with astonishment.One continued to perform brilliantly, while the other could only sit and watch.It was clear who the winner was.Just then, the white curtain lifted.All the spotlights converged on the young woman sitting by the piano.She was dressed in Brighton's uniform.Her face was clear, and her eyes bright. She looked like an elf who had ventured into the human world.Her fingers danced on the piano keys so quickly that all one could see were the blurred afterimages of her hand movements.Her right hand spanned wide intervals. She played octave scales, oct
After sending the pictures, Luna turned her head.She noticed that Jayce's gaze was still fixed on Victoria. It was as if he could not look away.This sight filled her with jealousy. She yanked on Jayce and questioned him, "You knew that Victoria's in Brighton, didn't you? Is that why you came here? You want her to return to Yrindale and Fortuna, but I won't let that happen. I don't agree, and neither does Ms. Campbell."Jayce shrugged off Luna's hand and said, "Sienna begged me to agree to have this exchange. Granting her this favor doesn't mean she can interfere in Fortuna's affairs. Neither of you has the authority to control Fortuna's affairs."Once I get back, I'll certainly thank her. If it weren't for her, I wouldn't have known when I'd meet Vic again. This was the biggest gain of my trip."What Jayce did only fueled Luna's anger. "Are you that determined to give her the first place?"Jayce gave Luna a warning look. "I'm not giving her the first place. She's already the fi