Chapter 308

• Liza moved closer to Alora, her voice soft but firm as she whispered in her ear, “I’m worried you didn’t catch it clearly earlier. Let me repeat it for you—he’s giving the violin to me.”
• Alora stood frozen, her mind struggling to process the words. When Xavier Luke had announced Liza’s name, it was as if her entire world had stopped. Her expression faltered, and a wave of cold dread washed over her. It felt as though the blood in her veins had turned to ice.
• With a warm and affectionate smile, Xavier Luke gently ruffled Liza’s hair. “Now, don’t be cheeky. You’ve been eyeing this violin for a long time. Since it’s finally yours, shouldn’t you thank Miss Clint properly?”