The Mocked Miss’s Hidden Crowns novel Chapter 230

Word had spread fast. Businesses outside the venue started reaching out to Olivia, one after another, hoping she’d represent their piano brands.

Inside the backstage lounge, Olivia lounged on the sofa, her phone lighting up nonstop with calls from big-name companies. She couldn’t help but smile, a quiet pride glowing on her face.

“Mom, Dad, we need to be careful about which endorsements I take,” Olivia said firmly. “Forget the small brands or any that don’t pay much. After they announce the winner, my value is going to skyrocket. Settling for something average now would only bring my price down.”

“Olivia, you make your father so proud,” Steven said, beaming as he gently ran his fingers through her hair. “People with real talent always stand out, no matter where they are.”

“That’s right,” Elizabeth chimed in, barely able to contain her excitement. She was already thinking ahead to the awards. “Olivia, Kenneth is presenting this year, isn’t he?”

Olivia nodded. Kenneth was her absolute favorite celebrity. Just the thought of him made her heart flutter.

“Remember to give it your best in front of him,” Elizabeth advised, her meaning clear. She’d heard all about the boys at school who liked Olivia, especially Andrew. The Blair family was impressive, sure, but the Gates family was in a league of its own. Having more admirers could only help.

“I will,” Olivia promised, a shy smile spreading across her lips. She was determined to catch Kenneth’s eye. No way was she letting Charlotte get there first.

The scores were all in now. The ten contestants lined up on stage while the audience buzzed with excitement, waiting for the judges to announce the winners. The last two contestants had gotten 90 and 92 points. At this point, everyone knew who the top three would be.

Charlotte sat in the crowd, propping her chin on her hand as she scrolled through news updates on her phone. Olivia’s original piece, “Light,” was exploding online. In half an hour, her performance video had been reposted by every influencer imaginable, racking up over five million views. The comments were pouring in.

This is the most incredible piano piece I’ve ever heard. It felt like I was right there inside the music.

The composer and performer is a senior at Vanguard High School. Not only that, she’s ranked first in her grade.

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