RedNovelChapter 232 Painkiller Not wanting to disturb the pair, Madison playfully handed over the water with a teasing look. "Take your medicine first. Deal with your heart-to-heart later. The competition is important." Theo frowned. "What medicine?" Sierra took the water and explained in a low voice, "It's painkillers. I'm worried the shoulder injury might affect my performance." Watching her swallow the pill with a slight grimace, he reached into his pocket.
A staff member clapped her hands, grabbing everyone's attention. "Everyone, please cover to draw lots. The competition is about to start." Madison worried that someone might accidentally bump into Sierra's injury. To keep her safe, she volunteered to draw the lot on her behalf.
She got number three in the lot, right in the middle-not ideal, but not the worst either.
Madison wasn't entirely satisfied. She felt it would have been better to perform later in the lineup. That way, Sierra could leave a stronger impression on the judges.
However, Sierra didn't mind. She just wanted to give her best and present her piece to the audience.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtThe host had already begun the opening remarks. Within minutes, the first contestant stepped onto the stage. The melody was light and flowing, with minor flaws that didn't detract from the enjoyment.
A feast for the ears had begun! Sierra's fingers tapped lightly on her leg as she closed her eyes, grounding herself in the moment.
Theo's lips were pale, his right hand resting motionless on his leg.
Madison nervously rubbed her hands together, muttering, "Hope everything goes well." "...Next, please welccontestant number three." The host's voice announced.
Sierra stood up, her arms hanging naturally at her sides. Her curvy figure was accentuated by a sleek black dress.
Her long hair cascaded down her back as she stepped onto the stage in silver high heels. With her head held high, she carried herself like a proud princess.
She gracefully made her way to the piano bench, took a deep breath, and let her hands rest naturally on the keys.
The melodious sound of the piano filled the air. As Sierra becmore immersed in the music, her movements grew more expressive.
The piano melody started slow, then gradually picked up speed. The rising intensity drew the audience in effortlessly.
Backstage, Madison looked on with pride, smirking at Felicia and Janice. Theo winced as pain shot through his right shoulder. Still, he closed his eyes, focusing on what Sierra was feeling. As he listened, he envisioned a frail yet resilient woman, timid yet proud.
As soon as the competition began, the live stream was flooded with viewers.
Among them were professionals, as well as haters waiting to see Sierra embarrass herself.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmThe first two contestants received lukewarm reactions.
When Sierra appeared, the live stream chat immediately becactive.
"Finally, the opportunist's up. Let's see how bad she screws this up." "That phony has the nerve to go on stage? I can't wait to hear the garbage she plays." "Woah, she's a knockout. I'd hit that." "Benson's girlfriend? Hope she's not just a bimbo."
Fabian Walsh, the competition's chief organizer, kept an eye on public m opinion in the livestream. He frowned in the seeing so many people questioning Sierra. "Who did she offend?" he muttered.
The staff around him whispered among themselves, their curiosity growing. More than anything, they wanted to know if Sierra and Benson were really dating.
As Sierra's playing intensified, the judges nodded subtly in approval. Even the professionals in the live stream chimed in. "She handled this part very well" "Her fingers are so nimble, and the melody flows seamlessly." "No wonder she made it to the finals of the Marisol Cup. She's seriously talented!" "This part here..." Seeing the professional comments in the chat, regular viewers were confused.
"Can someone honestly tellhow good she really is?" "With all these compliments, did they hire bots or what?" "The opportunist is trying to clear her name. Oh please, shameless."
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