So, Tessa changed the topic, "Since Miss Hathaway has left, who is in charge of the orchestra now?"
"Mr. Brooks. He took a week off to settle everything here. He intends to further his studies abroad."
Mona hesitated for a moment as she wasn't sure how to express herself.
Tessa noticed her unusual expression and prompted her, "Do you have something you want to tell me?"
"Yes. Mr. Brooks wants me to further my studies as well and return to direct the orchestra," Mona blurted before releasing a sigh.
Tessa didn't understand why Mona was hesitating since this was a good thing.
So, she answered supportively, "If you have the chance to further your studies, I will encourage you to go. Even though you're a competent musician, it's always good to take the opportunity to improve your skills further."
"I know. Actually, I've already booked the flight. So, I'm going to leave with Mr. Brooks. I came here today to say goodbye," Mina nodded and finally revealed the intention behind her visit.
Tessa was taken aback and said with a laugh, "That's great. So, I'm the last one to know? Am I even your best friend?"
"I was really conflicted about this. But Mr. Brooks didn't stop convincing me, and I only made the decision last night to accompany him on this trip," Mona rushed to explain.
Yet, Tessa eventually caught on to something as Mona kept mentioning Scott throughout their conversation.
"Mona, do you realize you've been mentioning Mr. Brooks a lot more than usual? It's almost every other sentence. You and him…" Tessa trailed off, but Mona understood what she was hinting at.
Although she was slightly bashful at being caught red-handed, she still openly admitted her feelings, "Yes. I like Mr. Brooks, and I'm pursuing him now."
Tessa was stunned as she didn't expect Mona to admit it so straightforwardly.
As she came to her senses, she wished sincerely, "Then, I hope things go well for you. I can't wait to hear the good news the next time we meet."
In the blink of an eye, two weeks had passed, and it was the day for Group Two's performance ever since Tessa took over its management.
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