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?

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

large audience had already settled in the

the judging committee was filled save for the center seat, specially designated for the competition’s

seat and sat down. Ashlyn sat to his left while

the audience had

despite

that he’s still single, along with his elder brother, the biggest oil tycoon in the world. What a shame that two handsome

an heir or something?

adopted, right? Or she’s an

comprised some people who enjoyed learning

time, Caleb stared at Ashlyn with mild surprise in his gaze. She wore a nondescript, light

tied her long black hair into a bun, revealing her small, beautiful face. Her features were exquisite, and she appeared even more striking thanks

to call her the most

fact, other women would undoubtedly sigh

was merely augmented by her

whispered to

stared straight at the stage,

voice rang out through the

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