Bab 48: Chapter 48: A Desperate Choice
Chapter 48: A Desperate Choice
Lydia Moore stood silently in the corner, watching the ethereal scene unfold before her. The beautiful woman beside Aaron King was none other than Sarah, the half-French, half-Chinese supermodel known for her role in the latest online game, *Sanctuary.* Sarah's stunning features and poised demeanor made Lydia feel even more insignificant, like a drab little duckling standing next to a dazzling swan. The stark contrast between them made Lydia acutely aware of her own ordinariness. She took a few steps back, retreating into the shadows as she watched Aaron King and Sarah share whispered conversations and ambiguous smiles.
With everything in place, the crew resumed filming. Aaron King, now dressed in a flowing white robe, sat casually on the ground. His sleek black hair cascaded down like a waterfall, framing his breathtaking profile. A gentle breeze swept through, carrying soft pink and white petals that swirled around him, accentuating his flawless, snow-like complexion.
His eyes, serene and beautiful like a misty lake at dawn, held a calm depth, while his thin lips curved into a faint, almost imperceptible smile. His gentle features possessed a jade-like elegance, and as the petals brushed against his cheeks, he appeared as a celestial being, too perfect for the mortal world.
The photographer snapped away from various angles, continuously praising, "Perfect!"
Lydia Moore couldn't tear her eyes away from him. She was completely mesmerized by this side of Aaron King, a side she had never imagined existed. Just then, a man in an expensive suit, tall and in his early thirties, approached her from the other side of the studio. With a thoughtful expression, he spoke in a deep, calm voice, "You must be Lydia Moore, Aaron King's assistant? I'm Andrew King; we spoke on the phone this morning." He smiled warmly, his demeanor polite and composed, giving off an air of reliability and professionalism.
Caught off guard by his friendliness, Lydia quickly returned his smile with her signature bright one, her eyes sparkling as she replied, "Yes, it's nice to finally meet you, Mr. King."
Before their conversation, Lydia had assumed that Aaron King's manager would be just as fiery and arrogant as Aaron himself. But to her surprise, Andrew King was the complete opposite—calm, patient, and exuding a brotherly warmth that made her feel instantly at ease.
"For the next month, Aaron King's workload will increase significantly. As his assistant, you'll be quite busy too, so I hope you can understand," Andrew King said with a gentle smile, revealing his perfectly white teeth. "Although Aaron can be unreasonable and domineering at times, I assure you, he's not the type to make decisions lightly. If he chose you, he must have had a good reason. And I believe you have what it takes to succeed. So, give it your best and don't let either of us down." His tone was sincere, and his deep, dark eyes were filled with unwavering trust.
Lydia couldn't help but feel a wave of determination wash over her. Andrew's words carried a quiet power that made it impossible to refuse. Under his steady gaze, the rejection she had intended to voice turned into a silent nod. With renewed confidence, she responded, "I'll do my best to be a qualified assistant."
Her words were a promise to Andrew, but also a vow to herself. Ethan Knight had once told her that he despised people who lacked confidence. So, no matter what challenges lay ahead, she knew she had to face them with 100% confidence and courage, without the slightest hint of hesitation.
As the pink and white petals continued to dance in the wind, surrounding Aaron King's ink-black hair and snow-like complexion, Lydia watched his celestial figure with newfound resolve. Her eyes shone with a star-like brilliance, and a quiet, determined smile graced her lips.
Many years later, the gentle smile and the determined look she wore that day in the studio would still be etched in her memory. For it was in that moment that she made a decision that would bind her and Aaron King together in a complex, deep connection that neither could escape.
Every Tuesday and Friday were the designated practice days for the school's music club. During these times, students passing by the large flowerbed filled with white crabapple blossoms could hear the melodious sounds of various instruments. The autumn wind carried the music, mingling it with the delicate scent of the flowers, and the air was filled with the warmth of the autumn sun.
In the music classroom on the second floor of the school, Julian Reed was giving a detailed lecture on some of the most famous international musicians and their representative works. After assigning the pieces to be practiced that day, the members of the club began their practice with great focus. Their expressions were intensely concentrated, as if their very souls were being drawn into the music. Dust motes danced in the sunlight, interweaving with the sounds of the instruments and the rustling of the wind.
After playing a piece by Kreisler titled "Love's Sorrow," Lydia Moore began searching through her bag, only to realize that she had left her sheet music back in her dorm room. With no other choice, she decided to share the sheet music with Elena Rivers, who was sitting next to her. But as she raised her head, she noticed something unusual in Elena's eyes—a glimmer of emotion she had never seen before, a depth of feeling that seemed to shimmer under the light, causing Lydia's heart to skip a beat.
Lydia followed Elena's gaze.
The blue and white clouds reflected in the clear glass windows, and the wind softly rustled the white curtains beside the black grand piano. Seated at the piano was Julian Reed, his fingers gliding over the keys like flowing water, producing music that resonated deep within the soul. His flawless face was as perfect as a painting, and the fresh, clean scent that surrounded him was reminiscent of pine trees. He didn't need to do anything more than sit there quietly, and yet his presence was so captivating that it was impossible to look away.
Watching Julian Reed play the piano was an experience beyond words. Lydia felt as though she were in the presence of an angel. His graceful and elegant demeanor, combined with his natural prince-like aura, could easily make any girl fall deeply, hopelessly in love.
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