Queen Of Revenge And Glory (Victoria and Jackson) novel Chapter 348

“Mi Clark, finally, it’s the glorious moment to embarrass Victoria, Zachary shouted as soon as midnight hit

Nathan glanced over. Zachary grabbed his phone and decided to check Redberry Music to hear Victoria’s new song. But when he tapped in, the system showed it was busy.

Zachary frowned and said. “What the heck? System’s busy?”

Nathan said, “Let’s listen to Curtis’s first.”

“Got it. Mr. Clark” Zachary switched over to QBeat.

Nathan added. “Mr. Lowe, you know Curtis’s songs better. Why don’t you give me a rundown?”

Justin nodded. “Sure, Mr. Clark”

As the music started playing, Justin began to explain, “As they wanted Curtis’s new songs to drop at the same time as Victoria’s, they only managed to put out six tracks. The album’s called ‘Expectation and Hope!

“The first track, Autumn Encounter,‘ is a lyrical rock piece. With epic orchestral string arrangements paired with Curtis’s signature high notes, it delivers a truly powerful impact.

“The second track, ‘I Wish You’d Come Back, blends electronic core with elements of opera vocals. It clearly tells the bonding between siblings. The MV appears to use AI face–swapping technology, and the younger sister in it bears a striking resemblance to Victoria.I Wish You’d Come Back

“The third track, ‘Because and Therefore,‘ is a soothing folk–electronic tune.

“The fourth track. Bloom for You, and the fifth track, ‘Never Give Up, both use binaural recording technology. If you listen with headphones, you’ll get this immersive, surround–sound experience.

“The last track, ‘If Time Could Rewind,‘ is a six–minute vocal performance with no lyrics, just pure humming. It’s a modern work of art that really tests the limits of the human voice.”

Zachary patted Angelica on the shoulder. “See what people are saying about Curtis on X.”

“Got it, Zachary.” Angelica nodded obediently. The moment she signed it, Curtis’s X feed was blowing up.

[Every single one of Curtis’s songs is so powerful! So this is what his true talent is?]

[These songs are seriously amazing! So the reason he became popular right after his debut isn’t because of those online rumors about him being a rich heir with his own family’s entertainment company backing him and spending money to promote him.]

[I’m going to say it out loud; Curtis is the number one figure in today’s Cordonia music scene! If you disagree, come and challenge me!]

After spending eight minutes listening to three of Curtis’s songs, Zachary turned to Angelica and asked, “Has Redberry Music resumed?”

Angelica shook her head. “No, not yet. Still busy.”

Zachary snickered and glanced at Nathan, sucking up. “Mr. Clark, maybe Victoria got cold feet and bailed at the last second. Or maybe the boss at Redberry figured having Victoria on board would tank their whole site, so they just blocked her songs.”

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10:43 am

Chapter 348

As he said this, he purposely jumped into the ICE. Saga group chat and tagged Victoria

I’ve already listened to three of Curtis’s tracks; they’re seriously good Was about to listen to yours, but Redberry Music says the server’s busy. Seriously? Someone’s afraid of losing, huh?)

Soon. Victoria replied: Why the rush? You think you won’t make it to tomorrow?

Good–for–Nothing Heir: [Still got the guts to talk back, huh? I thought you were gone and hidden like a scared turtle į

Victoria: (Why would I hide? Starting today, I’m making a bold splash in the music scene. Moreover, I haven’t even started dragging you around like my pet yet. Since you’re so anxious, how about a practice run? Don’t mess up and make a fool of yourself when it’s time to really play the dog.]

Gloated Annie: [I’ve got a guide on how to act like a proper lapdog!] Annie then dropped a file in the group chat: [How to Play the Perfect Lapdog]

Victoria: [Zachary doesn’t need a guide. He’s already got plenty of experience being Nathan’s lapdog. He’s just being his true self.]

Gloated Annie: [Awesome!]

“Damn it! Victoria, that bitch!” Zachary spat, glaring at her reply. “Let’s see if she even makes it to tomorrow!”

Angelica saw the whole exchange between Zachary and Victoria, and she totally understood why Zachary was losing it. She clenched her fists, resentment bubbling up inside.

“Why am I stuck smiling and sucking up to a fool like Zachary, while Victoria gets to roast him out in the open? I can’t stand this, she grumbled to herself.

‘Everything Victoria has now, all that status, should’ve been mine, Angelica thought bitterly.

*****

Meanwhile, Victoria was lying in bed, having just clapped back at Zachary in the E.C.E. Saga group chat, when a message popped from her secretary, Tracy.

[Ms. Binder, what’s the matter with Redberry Music?]

[I just listened to three of Curtis’s new tracks; no way they’re as good as yours. Was about to check the feedback on Redberry Music, but the system’s jammed! It’s driving me nuts!]

Victoria grinned and replied: [You’ve already listened, so why the hurry?]

[It’s just that after listening to your songs, I felt they’re truly something that only exists in heaven; something Curtis’s new songs couldn’t possibly compare to. I immediately wanted to see the feedback. But Redberry Music actually has a problem!]

[Should’ve prepared a backup from the beginning; never put all the eggs in one basket!]

Victoria replied: [Don’t worry. I deliberately had Redberry Music do that.]

Tracy: [Huh? Why?]

Victoria: [Because I want everyone watching this drama to listen to Curtis’s new songs first, then only compare with mine.]

Tracy: [I see; smart move.]

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*****

Jackson also sent a message over. [Did you plan that Redberry Music glitch?

Victoria smirked and replied [Jack really knows me the best. Tonight, with so many people watching, Jack was probably the only one who caught it.

Jackson: [It’s an honor to get a compliment from you. Vickie ]

Victoria’s smile grew even brighter as she replied: [You deserve it.]

*****

Just as the netizens‘ complaints were at the peak, Redberry Music finally resumed. “Mr. Clark, Zachary, now it looks like it’s finally working.” Angelica said, glancing up after another seven minutes.

It was already 12:15 AM; the site had been frozen for a whole fifteen minutes. That was one hell of a network meltdown.

Nathan glanced over at Hey. Hey got it and turned off the music in the private room. The noisy room instantly went dead silent, one could even hear a pin drop.

“Damn! Finally, we can listen to it!” Zachary blurted out. He tapped into the new releases section and pulled up Victoria’s featured page. “Let Him Be Strong; 1 Brandish My Blade Against the Setting Sun‘

“Damn, that theme’s so cocky! Let’s see if her songs are as over the top as that,” Zachary muttered, rolling his eyes at the banner.

“The first track, ‘False Prosperity,‘ the second track, ‘I Will Guide You Away from Suffering,’ the third track, ‘Wild Grass That Cannot Be Burned Away!

“These song titles are as pretentious as she is!” Zachary muttered as he opened it, staring at the three titles shown in the player and complaining.

He hit play, turned the volume up, and just chucked his phone onto the coffee table. Nathan lit up a cigar, lounged back on the sofa, and fixed his gaze on the phone. The music slowly began to play.

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