Chapter 282: Chapter 282

She couldn’t tolerate it either.

“But-“Avril frowned, whispering Bonnie’s ear, “Selina isn’t just good at playing the piano. She’s also a member of the Pyralian Pianists Association.”

“She?” Bonnie paused momentarily, carefully scrutinizing Selina’s face, “How come I don’t remember such a person in the Pyralian Pianists Association?”

“Huh? You remember? What do you mean by that? Don’t tell me you know people from the Pyralian Pianists Association?” Avril was somewhat bewildered.

Bonnie scrutinized Selina again. Indeed, she didn’t have any impression of this person.

“She shouldn’t be a core member of the Pyralian Pianists Association, right?”

“That’s true, she isn’t. I heard she got in as the last one. But even if she’s at the bottom, it’s still our city’s Pyralian Pianists Association! It can’t compare to the Pyralian Pianists t compare t Associations in small towns.”

“No wonder I haven’t seen this person before,” Bonnie muttered.

Eight years ago Elliana brought her into the Pyralian Pianists Association’s hall, challenging all the core members and winning without surprise. From that moment on, Elliana insisted on passing her legacy to her.

Selina stepped forward, facing Bonnie. “Are you going to compete with me?”

Bonnie’s expression was cold. “What’s the point of saying that? Didn’t you come prepared?”

“You-” Selina choked again, her face turning purple, grinding her teeth, “Fine, you asked for it!”

Ten minutes later, this attracted almost all the school’s students.

“Did you hear? Selina, the campus belle, wants to have a piano competition with the new freshman ”

“Selina isn’t even that pretty. She should hand over the campus belle title. Why make things difficult for a first–year student?

“Exactly. Why compete with a first–year student on playing piano when she knows she’s ?

this bullying?”

There were voices supporting Bonnie and those supporting Selina.  NôvelDrama.Org “Being pretty doesn’t make someone a campus belle. They also need to excel in academics and morals. Haven’t you heard about Bonnie? She got kicked out of the Shepard family because of her terrible character, causing a big uproar.”

“Not only that, I also heard she has a sugar daddy, and it is an old man. I can’t stand it. She’s willing to sell her soul and body for the sake of some material possessions. I can’t stand someone like her becoming the campus belle of our school.”

“You’re right. Our school is one of the top three schools in the country. If outsiders find. out that we’ve chosen such a morally corrupt person as our campus belle, our school will become the laughingstock of everyone.”

This matter escalated more and more.

In the Student Council office, the Pyralis University Student Council vice president, Daniel Humphrey, busied himself with the school forum.

“Coleman, don’t just focus on reading music scores; occasionally indulge in worldly affairs. Look at the campus belle election and piano competition. How exciting. Our school hasn’t been this lively in a long time.”

Coleman sitting opposite him, was graceful and unparalleled in the world. Dressed neatly, he had an extraordinary bearing.

“Piano competition? Did Selina pick a fight on her initiative?”

“It seems “Selina, after all, is a member of the Pyralian Pianists Association. Even if she’s not a core member, her skills can’t be underestimated. Bonnie will face a tough challenge,” Coleman said thoughtfully, tapping his fingers on the desk.

Daniel nodded, still scrolling through the forum. “True, but it’s not just about skills. The campus belle title also considers character and behavior. Bonnie’s reputation isn’t exactly stellar, which might affect the outcome.”

Coleman leaned back, lost in thought. “It’s unfortunate that such competitions often get entangled with personal biases and rumors. I hope the competition remains fair.”

Back at the piano room, the tension was palpable. Students crowded around, eager to witness the showdown. Bonnie and Selina faced each other, their expressions steely and determined.

Selina took her seat at the piano first, her fingers poised over the keys. She began to play, her performance flawless and technically impressive. The crowd was captivated, but there were murmurs about the outcome.

When Selina finished, there was a smattering of applause. She stood, looking confident yet wary. Bonnie stepped forward, her face calm. She sat down, took a deep breath, and began her performance.

Bonnie’s playing was not just technically perfect; it was filled with emotion and depth. Each note resonated with the audience, drawing them in. By the time she finished, there was a stunned silence, followed by enthusiastic applause.

Selina’s face was a mix of anger and disbelief. She had underestimated Bonnie’s abilities and was now facing the consequences. The judges conferred quietly, their expressions serious.

Finally, the head judge stood up, announcing, “Both performances were exceptional, but the winner, by a narrow margin, is Bonnie.”

The crowd erupted in cheers and boos, divided in their support. Selina stormed off, her face red with humiliation. Bonnie stood, acknowledging the applause with a graceful nod.

As the crowd began to disperse, Coleman watched from a distance, his expression inscrutable. He knew this was just the beginning of Bonnie’s journey at Pyralis University.