Chapter 1023


    "Ha! I knew it! That kid''s quick-witted. She won''t let you down in the future,"


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    chuckled Grandpa Nathan, clearly pleased with Alma''s performance. If he hadn''t already taken on a


    protege, he would have been tempted to take Alma under his wing.


    Mr. Eugene responded with a warm smile, "Come, let''s have some tea first."


    Following several cups of tea and friendly chit-chat, Beverly, sensing the time was right, turned to Mr.


    Eugene with a soft smile.


    “Alma has long admired your work. Would there be any chance for her to receive your quidance?"


    Eugeneughed heartily, “Oh, I wouldn''t dare advise. Just keep studying under Morgan. She''ll make a


    name for herself in the future."


    Despite being a master at chess, Morgan was nowhere near Eugene''s level.


    What Beverly and Alma wanted was not just to learn from Morgan but to be Eugene''s personal


    protege, paving the way to the pinnacle of sess and receiving undivided respect.


    "Grandpa Eugene.” Alma was about to propose a game of chess, having thought out her argument


    carefully.


    But Eugene waved her off, “Alright, that''s enough tea for today. I''ve got some errands to run. Nathan,


    we''ll catch up another time."


    Nathan understood the situation was unlikely to change and graciouslyughed, "You''re such a busy


    man. I''ll probably have to wait several months to see you again. Allow me to walk you out."


    "No need, spend some time with the girls."


    “We''ve been friends for years, and it wouldn''t feel right if I didn''t see you off."


    Beverly gave Alma a look, indicating there was no more opportunity to persuade Eugene.


    After he left, Alma couldn''t help but feel a bit deted.


    Beverly picked up her teacup, savoring a sip of tea before speaking again, "I knew Eugene wouldn''t


    choose you as his personal student. But he didn''t even give a hint of offering guidance. Do you know


    why?"


    Alma shook her head, "Did I perform poorly earlier?"


    Beverly finished her tea before replying, "To be precise, you didn''t perform as well as Arabe. Your


    actions haven''t yet challenged Arabe''s standing in his heart."


    It seemed Louisa''s daughter did have some talent, earning Eugene''s high regard.


    "So should I just keep trying to impress him? Maybe I can eventually win him over?"


    “It''s futile” Beverly sighed, refilling her cup. “But don''t worry, we have other options"


    "Mom, are you talking about Jamie, who is known as Noelle?"


    "Yes,'' Beverly took a sip of her tea, her voice calm, "In her early years, Noelle would take on incredibly


    challenging pieces. Fast-paced ones were bold and free-spirited under her interpretation, while slow


    ones were like a gentle stream, touching the heart without being overly sentimental."


    She paused before adding, "Not only did Noelle win the favor of renowned conductors like Caravan


    and Shana, but also famousposers like Silvano from Dawnstar, Elita, and talented Spanish


    Alma seemed to see a glimmer of hope.


    “Famed violinist Heather once said she would never perform Noelle''s violin pieces in public, as it would


    be an embarrassment. She couldn''t replicate the full range of emotions and the collision between ice


    and fire"


    Beverly continued, "Many performers focus on the superficial mour of their performances, showing


    off their skills without deep thought. Noelle''s impable technique and profound thoughts are awe-


    inspiring. That''s why she can produce such moving pieces."