My Great Escape Led Me to You novel Chapter 299

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What’s more, just as Isabella Austin herself had said, over the years she’d won numerous international awards abroad. She’d performed solo at prestigious venues, earning the respect of seasoned critics, and was even hailed as a piano prodigy by foreign media. Several of her original compositions had become famous both at home and overseas, and she’d repeatedly taken home international music prizes.

A woman with such talent had absolutely no reason to plagiarize an obscure piano piece.

Isabella’s public apology, combined with her voluntary surrender of the trophy, reignited admiration among those who had doubted her. The audience, even those watching from afar, now sang her praises again.

Emily Blair could hear the cheers for Isabella through the livestream. Without hesitation, she hung up the phone.

As she expected, the tide of public opinion online had shifted dramatically.

The night before, the narrative had been suppressed, but after the Starlight Piano Competition’s organizers announced the winners, social media exploded. Isabella’s fans flooded every thread with praise, moved to tears by her selfless act of giving up the trophy.

“Isabella! I knew I picked the right idol. You’ve always been the best, and I’ll follow you for the rest of my life! I’ll love you forever!”

“My God, I can’t believe how much Isabella has suffered, and after all she’s done, she still chose to step back. Since Isabella asked us to remember Vivian Martin, I’ll remember her! I’m Isabella’s most loyal little puppy. But honestly, I’m still mad—Emily Blair accused Isabella at the finals without knowing the truth. If Isabella hadn’t spoken up for herself, who knows how much more she would’ve had to endure? And Isabella even gave her the championship—she’d better be grateful.”