Chapter 409
The people who had mocked Sharon just moments ago now stood frozen, their faces flushing red and then turning pale in rapid succession. Their expressions were nothing short of spectacular.
“Sharon.”
A soft, delicate voice suddenly broke through the awkward silence.
No one had noticed when Kelly had arrived, but now she stood just behind the crowd, her tone gentle and composed.
“Whatever’s going on, perhaps it’s better handled after the music exchange ends. It’s not every day that Maestro Warner comes to Amstern City for a music event. Let’s not waste such a rare opportunity on petty arguments.
“After all, we’re hosts here. Let’s not ruin the atmosphere for our guests or disrupt the purpose of this gathering.
“It was all just a bit of harmless fun, wasn’t it?” (1)
Her words prompted a wave of murmured agreement.
“Yes, just a joke. No need to take it so seriously.”
“This is a music exchange, not a place for personal drama. If you’ve got issues, settle them outside. Don’t interfere with the
music.”
“Let bygones be bygones. There’s no need to make such a big deal out of it. It wouldn’t do anyone any good.”
After all, many of them had joined in the mockery alongside Nate. If Sharon really demanded apologies, they would have to step
forward too.
And who wanted that kind of public humiliation?
Watching the situation unfold, Kelly’s lips curled into a faint, almost imperceptible smile.
How naïve. Did Sharon truly not understand the simple truth that law doesn’t punish the masses?
If she had only asked Nate and the two foreigners to apologize, perhaps the others would have stayed silent. But now she was demanding everyone involved take responsibility?
If that wasn’t foolishness, what was?
Sharon turned and looked directly at Kelly. Her voice rang out with clarity.
“They say birds of a feather flock together. Nate’s morals are warped, and it’s no surprise he keeps company with a homewrecker like you, Kelly.”
Kelly’s eyes widened in shock. “You… don’t spout nonsense!”
“I’m not,” Sharon replied, raising her voice for all to hear. “Shall we ask Carter whether it was because of you that he divorced me? I’ve still got the contract we signed. I’d be happy to share it with everyone here.”
She smiled as her eyes locked with Kelly’s increasingly panicked ones.
“Oh, and just to be clear, I’m talking about Carter Biggs of Amstern City, the CEO of Biggs Group. I’m sure no one here hasn’t heard of him?
“Of course, if you think I’m defaming you, Kelly, you’re welcome to call the cops. I’ll gladly cooperate.”
Cold sweat streamed down Kelly’s back.
She had only meant to kick Sharon while she was down, tossing out a few choice remarks. But Sharon had immediately turned
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the spotlight on her-and worse, she actually had evidence.
The music exchange was an elite event, filled with accomplished musicians from around the world.
If word got out, it would shatter her carefully curated reputation.
In that moment, Kelly bitterly regretted ever opening her mouth.
Instead of putting Sharon down, she had handed her the perfect opening.
“Sharon, what’s going on?”
A worried voice called out. Felipe had just returned to the hall, only to see Sharon surrounded by a crowd.
He frowned and quickly made his way toward her.
Following behind him were Maestro Warner and Carter.
The commotion had drawn even more onlookers.
Without another word, Sharon calmly pressed play on her phone’s recording.
Moments ago, Nate had shamelessly twisted the truth and tried to deny everything. But now, his voice echoed clearly through the hall, every word damning.
No need for back-and-forth accusations. Let the facts speak for themselves.
As the recording reached the part where Sharon spoke fluent German in response, a flicker of surprise crossed Carter’s eyes.
His brow lifted slightly as he turned toward her.
She spoke German? And not just a few words. She spoke it fluently.

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