His Wicked Obsession (Archer and Virginia) novel Chapter 304

"It's been a while since I've practiced, so I'm a bit rusty. I hope you ladies don't mind if I play a piece?"

Without waiting for an answer, her fingers hit the keys.

It was Liszt's La Campanella.

The technique was complex, the tempo rapid.

And Mandy's performance was undeniably impressive. By the time she finished, she had only hit two minor wrong notes, which was more than enough to fool the untrained ear.

"You're so talented, Miss Sterling."

"Absolutely. You're beautiful, highly educated, and you play the piano so beautifully..."

The heiresses and socialites quickly showered her with praise and applause.

Mandy stood up, smoothed out her skirt, and smiled as she thanked them. Then, her gaze drifted past the crowd, landing squarely on Virginia, who was quietly sipping her tea in the corner.

She hadn't forgotten the massive scandal surrounding the Caldwells' biological and adopted daughters. Chloe Caldwell was an internationally renowned piano prodigy, while Virginia—the biological daughter brought back from The Suttons—was considered a total failure who couldn't even read sheet music.

"Virginia."

Mandy walked over, sporting an innocent smile. "I remember you used to be quite interested in the piano. Why don't you play something for us? Let's share some music."

The conservatory instantly went dead silent.

Mrs. Thorne, remembering Helena Vanderbilt's earlier warning, hurried to smooth things over. "Oh, come on now. Ms. Caldwell's hands are meant for her delicate work, not for playing the piano."

"It's just for fun." Mandy feigned innocence, while sneering inwardly. "Virginia, you wouldn't deny us the pleasure, would you?"

Virginia set her teacup down and looked up, her cool gaze sweeping across Mandy's face.

No one knew that during her years abroad, she had suffered from severe insomnia, staying awake night after night.

To treat her severe PTSD, she had taken Doctor White's advice and practiced modern dance for a while. On top of that, she had also taken Kian Shaw's suggestion and learned to play the piano.

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