Chapter 276

Chapter 276:

The guests were offering Madisyn an opportunity to gracefully decline, but Courtney wasn’t ready to drop the issue. “Madisyn is incredibly talented. She seems hesitant today, so how about I play first to give her some time to get ready?” Courtney proposed, flashing a warm smile.

“That sounds wonderful,” Tatiana replied, her eyes sparkling. “It’s been too long since we last heard you play, Courtney. I’ve really missed it!”

With a calm smile, Courtney moved towards the piano. The crowd began to clap. Some knew of Courtney’s impressive piano skills, while others recognized her as Madisyn’s relative. After all, Madisyn was now Andrew’s girlfriend, making Courtney a future relative of Andrew. They couldn’t afford to offend either of them.

Thus, the compliments began to flow.

“I once had the privilege of hearing Courtney play the piano, and it was memorable. We’re lucky to have the chance again today.”

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“Truly! We are lucky today!”

Courtney’s lips twitched into a smile as she positioned her hands on the piano keys and started to play. Her fingers released melodious and smooth notes. Madisyn observed, admitting silently that Courtney’s piano skills were indeed formidable. The piece Courtney chose was notably intricate, featuring complex and expert maneuvers that held the audience spellbound. As the last note lingered, thunderous applause filled the hall.

“Courtney is truly remarkable!”

“I almost forgot how multi-talented she is.”

“Such exquisite music! It’s like a melody from heaven!” The crowd’s praise for Courtney was heartfelt.

Courtney gracefully smiled and bowed to the audience, then turned to Madisyn. “Madisyn, you’re up next.” Her look carried a strategic challenge. She had intentionally showcased her skills, aiming to outshine Madisyn and demonstrate to Andrew that Madisyn couldn’t match her.

Madisyn observed Courtney with a look of amusement. “Are you certain?”

“Absolutely, Madisyn. I can’t wait,” Courtney responded, maintaining her smile.

“Unfortunately, I’m not great at playing the piano,” Madisyn said casually.

“Madisyn, there’s no need for modesty. Please, go ahead,” Courtney said with a teasing grin.

As Madisyn hesitated, whispers started among some of the guests. If Andrew’s girlfriend couldn’t even play the piano, it would indeed be quite embarrassing. With this in mind, the scrutiny from the crowd intensified. Being Andrew’s girlfriend, Madisyn was always under close watch. Any slip-up would be highly noticeable.

Andrew’s expression darkened, and he exuded a forbidding presence. This abrupt change alarmed Courtney, and she felt the intense pressure of his stern look, nearly overwhelming her. Tatiana grasped Courtney’s hand firmly.

Despite Andrew’s daunting aura, Tatiana did not let this moment pass without challenging Madisyn. With a friendly tone, she said, “It looks like Madisyn isn’t quite ready yet. Hopefully, we’ll get to hear her play next time.” The kind words appeared to offer Madisyn an escape, yet they only strengthened the impression that she lacked any piano skills.

A few smirks appeared among the audience. How could Andrew have chosen such a partner? They had anticipated that he would choose a partner as remarkable and multi-skilled as himself.

“Alright, since everyone is so keen to hear me play, I’ll try,” Madisyn said confidently, approaching the piano and sitting down. She positioned herself gracefully, her delicate hands poised on the keys. Soon, a well-known and powerful tune began to resonate from the piano.

Could this be… The audience’s eyes widened in shock. Courtney was equally surprised. Madisyn had chosen to perform the same piece that Courtney had just played! This composition was well-known for its complexity. Why had Madisyn picked this one?

Although they performed the same music, the experiences were worlds apart. Courtney’s rendition was technically flawless but emotionally flat, rendering it somewhat robotic—similar to many other pianists. Madisyn, in contrast, infused her playing with a unique personal touch. Her rendition was emotionally rich, seamlessly transitioning between soft and powerful moments, captivating everyone’s hearts.

The contrast in their abilities was glaring! Courtney felt sweat dampen her forehead. She was gripped by panic. She had only performed half of the piece earlier because the latter section was exceptionally challenging, so challenging that it was seldom played. Yet, Madisyn was now effortlessly progressing into this difficult part.

The mesmerizing piano melody, unfamiliar to many, enthralled the audience. As the last note lingered, the hall fell into a profound silence. It was only when Madisyn rose from the piano that the spell broke, and the hall erupted in applause. The way they viewed Madisyn had transformed.

“Incredible! It’s clear why she’s Mr. Klein’s partner. She plays even better than Courtney!”

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