Side Chick Era Over (Sharon and Carter) novel Chapter 502

Chapter 502

After Sharon’s performance came to an end, the hall fell into a moment of hushed silence.

Then, someone began to applaud, followed swiftly by thunderous clapping that echoed through the entire venue.

Those who understood music could immediately recognize just how flawless the performance had been.

Even those who didn’t grasp the technicalities found themselves moved by the melody and offered their applause without hesitation.

The piece, First Love, had brought the evening to an emotional peak.

Sharon’s interpretation was unlike any of the previous performers-imbued with a rare, ethereal quality.

It was the kind of music even a layperson could appreciate. Far from the lifeless, rigid concerts many were used to, this was alive

and soulful.

In the audience, Abby couldn’t help but exclaim in admiration.

“She’s incredible! Even someone like me, who doesn’t understand the violin at all, feels like listening to her play is a genuine pleasure. And she looks perfect with my brother! What a perfect match! No wonder he doesn’t want to come home. If I were him … I wouldn’t want to leave her either.”

Abby had already learned from her father that the woman on stage was none other than her brother John’s junior. They had studied under the same teacher. And one of the main reasons he refused to come home… was because of her.

At her remark, Kenneth shot her a sharp glare, a silent warning in his eyes.

Catching the hint, Abby muttered under her breath, “But she’s gorgeous… and she has such a striking presence. Even in our circle of socialites, she’d be considered top-tier.”

Kenneth gave a cold snort. “Your circle of socialites? You’re so lazy and frivolous. You dare call yourself a socialite?”

Abby coughed awkwardly. “Dad, please. Don’t expose all my shortcomings in front of everyone.”

Kenneth continued, “Look at Victoria. That’s what a true young lady should be. If you could be even half as accomplished as her, I’d wake up laughing in my sleep.”

Abby pouted. “Victoria’s the number one socialite in the circle-practically the gold standard. If I could be half as good as her, I’d already be in the upper-middle ranks. I mean, look at me. Do I really have that kind of talent or capability?”

Kenneth was left speechless.

Abby glanced back at Sharon on stage and said, “Dad, since she’s John’s junior, I’ll go and speak with her after the performance. Maybe if I build a good relationship with her, she can help convince John to come home.”

Kenneth hesitated. “But…”

Abby cut him off. “Dad, it’s a good thing you only pressured John and didn’t do anything to Sharon. At worst, he’ll be upset, but at least he won’t resent you forever.

“Back then, when his mom died, he had no family and almost no money. It was Sharon’s mother who took him in as her student, paid for his education, and helped him become the man he is today.

“Because of her, he got into Bell University. His education and manners are just as polished as any rich heir’s.

“When it’s time for him to inherit the family business, no one will be able to criticize him. Thank God you weren’t completely out of your mind back then…”

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Kenneth’s face darkened. “Do you think I’m that foolish?”

John’s birth mother hadn’t been nearly as capable as Sharon’s mother. She was an ordinary woman of modest means, forced to live a low-profile life while avoiding Kenneth’s former wife. John and his mother had lived in poverty for years.

After her death, young John barely scraped by on government assistance. If it hadn’t been for Sharon’s mother, he probably would’ve dropped out of school and taken whatever job he could find just to survive.

Even if Kenneth had tracked him down later, without that education and polish, John would never have been able to handle real

responsibility.

The truth was, Sharon’s mother had done the Westin family a huge favor.

Now that she was gone, the least they could do was treat her daughter with the respect she’d earned.

After a moment of reflection, Kenneth said, “Go make a connection with Sharon. Her mother helped John when he needed it most. To repay that debt, the Westin family will take her in as an adopted daughter.”