Chapter 109
Simone didn’t pay any attenti to the noise from the crowl. She just kept playing, calm and steady, sticking to her own rhythm.
As people get louder and started yelling, her hands moved later on the plans keys.
The music picked up speed. Her playing also turned intense, going high and low up and down. It was powerful and almost overwhelming
Her fingers moved so fast, and one could barely see them, just a blur. Even then, she didn’t mess up once..
Then, as the music hit its peak, someone suddenly shouted, “Oh my God, this is Black Moonli legend! It’s ranked as the hardest piano piece in the world. I can’t believe Simone’s playing inf
the signature piece of the late musie
“And she hasn’t missed a single note. Seriously, no one but the late music legend ever played this all the way through.”
“Tin pretty sure Ms. Irwin hasn’t looked at the sheet music eventoure,”
“Did you notice how her technique and the emotion in her playing are just like his? Honestly, her version might even feel more emotional than the
pricinal
I gotta admit, I was wrong earlier. I used to think Winona had talent, but now I see there’s no comparison. Ms. Irwin’s on a whole different level
“She’s the one with real talent. I never thought I hear the full version of Black Moonlight live, Kenneth’s 15 million totally paid off
When the unsic ended the whole room broke into applause.
Graham held his head high, full of pride. His granddaughter never failed to impress him. Every time she brought him a new surprise.
then, Kenneth and Winona looked absolutely humiliated,
Right
Nobody saw it coming that Simone could even play the piano, let alone perform a legendary piece of the late music legend.
That song alone said it all. No matter how bitter Kenneth and Winona fel, they had no choice but to clap along with everyone else.
Gralum, thrilled that Simone had completely stolen the show, proudly raised his chin and gave Kenneth a smug look. “Well! Isn’t my granddaughter incredible!
Kenneth stared at Graham’s song impressive
face and was furious. He forced a stiff smile and muttered through clenched teeth, “Ms. Irwin really is
As Simone stepped off the stage, Graham instantly pulled her behind him.
e won’t be staying any longer.”
He shot Lenneth a cold, guarded look. “My granddaughter’s already been through enough crap here today. We
“Graham, it’s my birthday party. How can you just leave! Whatever fake smile Kenneth to left was gone now. His face turned ghost–white.
Grabara had the highest status out of everyone there. Kenneth invited him just to boost his own image. And now, in the middle of the party. Graham was leaving. This was a total slap in the face.
But Graham knew exactly what he was doing. He stual firm, his face expressionless, and warned. “Kenneth, you really crossed a line today. Don’t let it happen again.”
Kenneth froze. He could tell Graham was seriously angry and didn’t dare say another word.
Graham turned to Simone and said soly. “Alright, Simone, I’m taking you home now?
Just thinking about how these people had mocked and belittled his granddaughter made Graham furious. But more than anything, his heart ached. Simone was still just a kid, and she already lud to deal with so much cruelty.
She’d been misticated by the Spence family. Now that she was back with the Irwins, Graham wasn’t going to let anyone hurt her again.
Simone stared blankly at Graham. She felt like both he and Cyrus had changed. They were acting kind of weird, but not in a bad way. She didn’t dislike it. It just made her unsure how to respond.
She turned her head away, a little awkwardly, avoiding lus eyes.
“Lstill have something to take care of. I’m not ready to go yet,” she said, doing her best to sound casual and normal.
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“What is it?” Graham asked, surprised.
“This, Simone said, pulling a small black box out of her pocket.
Kenneth immediately assumed she was trying to give him that same worthless thing again. He looked away with a disgusted face. “Ms. Irwin, you should really just keep that to yourself.
but Simone grabbed
Graham frowned, ready to blow up,
arm and said gently. Don’t get upset. It’s bad for your health
Graham calmed down right away. Looking at his granddaughter, his heart felt warm and full,
He thought in his heart. My granddaughter is the best. She cares for me most.
Graham was over the moon. At that moment, he felt like the happiest grandpa in the world
He was about to show off a little more, but then Simone looked away.
Graham feli happy moments really didn’t last long.
He told himself. “It’s fine. Even one line moment like that is enough.”
Right then. Simone smiled lightly at Kenneth in front of everyone. “You’re overthinking it. This isn’t for you.”
Kenneth scoffed under his breath Honestly, he didn’t want that junk anyway.
Simone turned around and opened the line black box in her hand.
“Take a look, everyone,” she said.
Inside was a small pill, glowing softly. It was tiny and elegant, with a light herbal scent.
“What kind of medicine is that?” A few curious guests leaned in for a closer look
Simone gave a slight smile and didn’t explain. “Why don’t you take a closer look yourselves?”
One of the guests stared at Simone’s pill for a long time. Suddenly, his eyes lit up.
“Wait, I know what that is! That’s the Life–Preserving Pill! It is the Life–Preserving Pill! He shouted with excitement
As soon as he said that, the other guests rushed over. Some of the more experienced and powerful family heads recognized it right away after he pointed it out
Someone called out. It’s real!
*I once got to see one up close at an auction overseas, but it wasn’t actually for sale.
This pill is insanely rare. Money can’t buy it. And once you take it out of the liquid it’s stored in, you have to take it the same day or it won’t work.”
“The Life–Preserving Full was created by one of the world’s greatest medical minds. It can detox the body, repair damaged organs, and even extend one’s life. It can bring people back from the edge of death.”
Someone turned to Sipione, clearly excited, and asked, “This thing’s priceless. How did you even get one?”
Simone united and said. “Not telling”
The guy
wasn’t offended. He just smiled back and said. “That was out of line. Sorry, Ms. Irwin”
Everyone understood. If someone had this kind of pill, it meant they had serious connections. Not wanting to say where it came from was totally
At that moment, Kenneth, Freya, and Jacoby all looked over at Simone
A few years back, Kenneth got seriously ill. His internal organs were damaged. The doctors told him if it came back, he wouldn’t have many years
ate clean, and for a while, the
But Kenneth didn’t believe it. He worked out, ate clea
he illness stayed away until it suddenly came back last year.
Doctors said that unless he could get a Life Preserving Pill, he wouldn’t live more than a few more years.
Kenneth stared at the pall in Simone’s hand, his eyes filled with hope.
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But just then, Simone raised her voice and said to everyone. Tim putting this Life–Preserving Pill up for auction right now. Highest bidder gets it”
