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?

Caleb lost the opportunity to clarify his

had already settled in the

judging committee was filled save for

sat down. Ashlyn

the audience had their

and remained incredibly charming despite

brother, the biggest oil tycoon in the

Doesn’t he have an heir

right? Or she’s

some people who enjoyed learning

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

into a bun, revealing her small, beautiful face. Her features were exquisite, and she appeared even more striking thanks to several strands of hair

call her the most beautiful

undoubtedly sigh at the otherworldliness of

was merely augmented by her graceful motions

to her, “I’ve found you

him a glance and stared straight at the stage, where

voice rang out through

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