Bound Hearts: My Vows to My Disabled Spouse

Lack Of Stage Experience

Elyse inhaled deeply, her heart racing to the point of dizziness.

Determined not to let nerves jeopardize her chance, she continuously tried to compose herself. Cody, observing from the side of the stage, leaned casually against a table and watched her with acalm demeanor.

Though she appeared fine, Cody, familiar with such situations, noticed a shift in her mental state. During this moment, Richie approached Cody and whispered, "Why haven't you publicly acknowledged that Elyse is your new apprentice? And why involve her with the orchestra for a competition? Is that really necessary?"

Cody averted his gaze, shot Richie a glare, and responded with irritation, "You're not the one to dictate my actions."

Undeterred, Richie stepped closer and murmured, "Uncle Cody, make the announcement now, so can impress Elyse."

"Why must you show off? Do you see me merely as a means to flaunt?" retorted Cody, dismissing

him with a firm shake of his shoulder and a stern, "Don't disturb me."

Richie, rebuffed, moved away and watched Elyse with concern.

"The piece selected for you is Por Una Cabeza," announced Abram, his gaze cutting through the

crowd until it landed on Elyse.

Feeling his intense scrutiny, Elyse shuddered, her anxiety peaking again, prompting her to take another deep breath.

Ultimately, Abram decided that Vicky would close the show, assigning Elyse to perform first. Elyse quelled her inner turmoil as she approached the orchestra's forefront, standing poised, nodding at Abram to signal readiness, and lifting her violin to begin.

Word of the concertmaster competition had quickly spread, drawing a crowd eager to witness the

event, including other orchestra members, Rebekah, and even Wanda.

Upon noticing the audience's size, Elyse's heart fluttered with anxiety. She faltered during her

performance, an error not missed by the judges or Cody. Despite quickly regaining her focus and composure, the damage was done.

Nearby, Vicky couldn't hide her satisfaction, a smug smile breaking across her face as she observed Elyse's slip.

Elyse performed moderately well.

Unfamiliar with musical nuances, Richie noticed Freddy's concerned expression and inquired,

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"What's wrong? Didn't she play well?"

With a frown, Freddy paused before responding, "Her performance was generally good, but it

wasn't flawless. There were several errors."

Darren joined them, adding in a subdued tone, "She's yet to become accustomed to the stage. Her nervousness led to the same errors I've made myself."

Stage fright was notoriously challenging to master.

Wanda, perceptive of the flaws in Elyse's execution, whispered to a nearby instructor, "After the competition, she needs more rehearsal time. How else will she manage live performances under such pressure?"

Overhearing the conversation, Rebekah, positioned behind Wanda, couldn't help but smirk. Elyse had been so arrogant, yet now she faltered significantly in her performance.

Delighted, Rebekah turned to her friend with a grin. "I'm in such a good mood today, dinner's on me."

Her friend, puzzled, asked, "Really? What's got you in such high spirits?"

It was clear why Rebekah was elated: Elyse had blundered.

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For her, the competition's outcome was already clear. She felt no need to watch what she considered a foregone conclusion.

At the end of the performance, Elyse looked visibly disheartened.

Without even glancing her way, the vice head informed Vicky, "Your piece will be Bilionera." Vicky looked up, her expression one of unwavering confidence, and declared, "No problem."

As she began her performance, it was evident she outshone Elyse considerably.

Elyse's complexion grew pale while she remained on stage, her dismay apparent as she listened to Vicky.Property of Nô)(velDr(a)ma.Org.

In stark contrast to her own showing, Vicky's performance dazzled, rendering Elyse's efforts negligible.

Darren, who knew Vicky's capabilities intimately, was aware of her longstanding role as concertmaster and her seasoned stage presence.

Despite Elyse's talent, she simply couldn't match Vicky's seasoned

stagecraft