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Twenty Three
Date de publication:
2026-07-17 03:41:22
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HENDRICKS POVAs we walked through the brightly lit hallway, I found myself casually asking Selena a few questions. Nothing too personal. Just enough to keep the moment from slipping into awkward silence. I learned her daughter had just auditioned. That surprised me. From the way she looked—so fresh-faced, vibrant—you’d never guess she was a mother.“So, I guess I’ll be on my way,” I said as we reached the main foyer.“Hmm, thanks once more,” she replied, her voice soft but sincere.“Alright, bye, Selena.”“Goodbye.”I turned and stepped out into the cool afternoon air, a faint smile still lingering on my lips. Behind me, I caught a glimpse of her hand raised in a gentle wave. She didn’t scream, didn’t giggle, didn’t lose composure—but I could tell she was reeling inside. That kind of silent awe? It doesn’t go unnoticed.I crossed the street and approached the black SUV waiting with tinted windows. Sliding in, I took my seat beside a figure whose entire face was obscured by a black
The Mafia's Adopted Princess Twenty Four
SELENA’S POV Eve had just stepped onto the stage a few minutes ago, and Daniel and I sat side by side in the viewing gallery, our fingers crossed, eyes glued to the monitor.She looked nervous—shoulders a little stiff, eyes flicking to each judge like she was calculating their reactions. I was whispering prayers beneath my breath, asking God to wrap her in confidence.The judges finally stopped asking questions. A thick silence fell, and Daniel leaned closer, both of us waiting for the music to begin.And then—it did.The moment the first note hit the air, Eve moved.Daniel’s lips stretched into a wide grin, and I felt a surge of energy burst from my chest. I couldn’t help myself—I stood and clapped, cheering her name, even though she couldn’t hear me. Her movements were fluid and fierce, like she had rehearsed in a world far beyond this one. Parents around us turned their heads to the screen, and for a moment, everyone was still—spellbound.No one had danced like this since the aud
The Mafia's Adopted Princess Twenty Three
EVE’S POV The moment finally came. I gave my mother and Daniel one last, lingering hug. Her perfume—warm vanilla—clung to my jacket as I stepped away, forcing myself not to look back. My heart was hammering inside my chest, but I managed a shaky breath and followed the long line of contestants out of the auditorium.Mira, dressed in her signature tailored jumpsuit and sleek ponytail, led us across the paved courtyard under a wide morning sky. The sun glinted off the tall windows, casting long shadows on the ground. Nerves buzzed through the group like electricity as she escorted us into another large hall—a holding area for the next step.I had expected a crowd, but nothing prepared me for the sheer number of people. The waiting room swelled with hopefuls. By a rough count, there had to be at least five hundred of us.Mira cleared her throat with authority, and the room hushed instantly.“You’ll be given number cards,” she announced. “Your card corresponds to the order of your regis
The Mafia's Adopted Princess Twenty two
EVE'S POV The night before the audition was anything but peaceful.I lay in bed, staring at the ceiling as the moonlight spilled in through the half-open curtain. My heart was racing, not out of fear, but something far more complex-hope, pressure, nerves, and a desperate need to prove I belonged.It was almost midnight, and while the world outside drifted into sleep, my body refused to settle. The room was still, yet my thoughts danced louder than ever.Tomorrow wasn't just another day.It was the day.The day I would walk into Adam's Cultural Center and submit my application-the day I would audition.Thousands were applying. Only one would be chosen for the scholarship.I wanted it to be me.No-I needed it to be me.I was unsure how I would react if I was not the eventual winner. The mere thought of it caused my heart to race.I rolled over, clutched my pillow, and squeezed my eyes shut. But sleep wouldn't come. Every time I tried, my mind ran through every beat of the dance I'd reh
The Mafia's Adopted Princess Twenty one
EVE'S POV "Yes!" Daniel shot to his feet, punching the air with triumph like he’d just won a million-dollar lottery.I couldn’t help but chuckle at his excitement, but I raised a hand to calm the storm before it got out of control."However…" I began, deliberately drawing it out.Daniel stopped mid-celebration, dropping his fists. His grin faltered."However what?" he asked, suspiciously.I turned to face him squarely. "If I apply and don’t get the scholarship, I’m calling it quits. That’s it.”His face fell. “Wait—what? Why would you say that?”"Because..." I took a deep breath, trying to gather my thoughts. "Mum's already stretching herself thin. Just getting the application form costs more than we can afford. I can’t let her keep burning herself out because of me. It feels...wrong."Daniel stared at me for a moment, stunned. Then his face hardened with determination. “Okay, fine. But promise me one thing—you’ll at least give it your best shot.”"Of course,” I said softly.“Then
The Mafia's Adopted Princess Twenty
EVE'S POV "You're trending!"Daniel’s voice rang out like a fire alarm in the middle of the night. My eyelids barely fluttered open, and I stared at him as if he’d just told me aliens had landed on the roof.He was beaming, grinning from ear to ear, his phone clutched in one hand, vibrating with excitement.I groaned. “What now, Daniel?”He bounced on the balls of his feet like a kid who had downed three cans of energy drink. “You’re trending, Eve. As in—worldwide!”Still half-asleep, I buried my head deeper into my pillow. “Is this one of your stupid pranks again? Go away.”I was too tired to deal with his antics. The dull ache in my limbs and the weight behind my eyes begged for sleep. But Daniel wasn’t going anywhere.“No, seriously, you need to see this!”“I swear, Daniel, if you don’t get out of my—”He darted across the room and dropped beside me on the bed. The mattress dipped under his weight, and I shot him a venomous glare.He held out his phone like it was a golden tick
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