Chapter 416 He Cannot Stand It The song's heartfelt lyrics, amplified by her passionate performance, seemed to be sung exclusively for Jonathan. As anticipated, his gaze remained fixated on her throughout, never once shifting away.
Yara's excitement escalated, prompting her to take it up a notch. As the song approached its most emotional peak, she deliberately turned her back, aiming to captivate Jonathan with an enchanting glance over her shoulder. Her heart fluttered with anticipation, confident that her captivating gaze would ensnare him. However, upon turning around, Yara was met with an unexpected sight-Jonathan's seat was empty.
Her instincts kicked in as she frantically scanned the audience, losing her focus on lip-syncing to the music. Not only was Jonathan nowhere to be found, but the situation worsened as murmurs began to spread. "Wait... Is she lip-syncing?" "Of course, she is. Isn't it obvious? She's not even moving her lips, yet the singing continues." "It's fake! I knew her voice sounded too perfect-it's probably not even hers!" "She could've just skipped the performance if she couldn't sing well. Lip-syncing is such a waste of everyone's time." The once captivated audience was now abuzz with whispered remarks. Sexpressed their dissatisfaction, while others mocked her.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtThe sound drew Yara's attention back to the performance. She attempted to continue lip-syncing, but the audience was no longer buying it. Mockery erupted from all corners of the auditorium.
With the performance now concluded, the audience gradually dispersed, leaving behind an air of disappointment. Disheartened by the lackluster display, even the host couldn't be bothered to wrap things up. The music continued to play as Yara stood alone on stage, her face ashen with disbelief. She struggled to process the unexpected turn of events. She had anticipated adoration from the crowd. Yet, she was humiliated instead.
Yara clenched her fists in frustration, but a sense of clarity soon washed over her. The opinions of these ordinary people meant nothing to her. Her focus had always been Jonathan.
Relief washed over her as she realized Jonathan hadn't seen her mortifying moment. There was still hope. Drawing a deep breath, Yara forcefully discarded the microphone and hastily made her way offstage. She was determined to find Jonathan.
Meanwhile, Rose silently made her way backstage in search of Yvonne.
From a distance, she spotted Yvonne removing her makeup in front of a vanity mirror. Rose stealthily approached her, retrieving a necklace from her purse and holding it in her clenched fist above Yvonne's forehead.
As she opened her hand, the necklace dangled from her grasp.
Yvonne saw Rose through the mirror and noticed the shimmering necklace dangling before her eyes. "Wow! It's beautiful! Is it for me?" Yvonne exclaimed, her excitement palpable. "It must be for me!" Not waiting for Rose's response, Yvonne eagerly grabbed the necklace, holding it against her neck and admiring her reflection. "Helpput it on!" It was clear that Rose had
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmpersonally designed and crafted this necklace. As Rose fastened it, she pointed to her own Yeck, saying, "This neck, is one of a pair-the only two in the world. Don't you dare lose it!" "I would never lose anything you give me!" Yvonne exclaimed, embracing Rose tightly.
Having been without a family for ages, Yvonne savored the moment, clinging to Rose and inhaling her delicate fragrance. She blurted, "You smelt so lovely, Rose! I'm going to sleep holding you tonight!" It would be just like when they were kids.
Jonathan arrived backstage just in tto hear Yvonne's bold statement. Seeing Yvonne holding his wife and nuzzling her hair, he couldn't tolerate it-not even from a woman. With a commanding stride, Jonathan's voice turned frigid as he demanded, "Release her!" Peter Grill CH/F-PSE X