Kaleb’s fluent Chanaean stunned the crowd.

No one expected such down-to-earth behavior from the president of the International Piano Association.

The nervous tension of the atmosphere dissipated instantly.

Then, the group chattered jovially while making their way toward the competition hall.

At the thought of meeting the woman he had eagerly anticipated for some time, Caleb appeared to be in good spirits as he declared, “Frankly, my main reason for being here is to look for a friend. That friend will be the death of me. I’ve tried every line in the book to convince them to take over my position as president to no avail.”

Everyone thought he was talking about Ryan, and a man in the group immediately piped up, “Mr. Yates is right inside. You’ll see him soon enough, Mr. Powell.”

“He’s right. Mr. Yates is a member of the judging committee today. It is a great honor for Lake City.”

“I must say, Mr. Powell, we really envy your relationship with Mr. Yates.”

Their comments struck Caleb dumb. Mr. Yates? I’m hardly acquainted with him at all! What are these people talking about?

already arrived at the competition hall, and Caleb lost the opportunity to clarify his words to

already settled in the

judging committee was filled save for the center

empty seat and sat down. Ashlyn sat to his left

audience had their eyes locked

dignified and poised aura and remained incredibly charming despite being middle-aged. Naturally, he won over the hearts of many

heard that he’s still single, along with his elder brother, the biggest oil

about that oil tycoon’s daughter? Doesn’t he have an heir

probably adopted, right? Or

comprised some people who enjoyed learning about the darkest

the same time, Caleb stared at Ashlyn with mild surprise in his gaze. She wore a nondescript, light blue two-piece set for the event,

bun, revealing her small, beautiful face. Her features were

exaggeration to call her the most beautiful

fact, other women would undoubtedly sigh at the otherworldliness

her graceful motions

whispered to her, “I’ve found

straight at the stage, where the host

voice rang out through the

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