Chapter 1452

However, it was more than enough. Charles sat at the keyboard, and everyone else returned to their seats, watching him intently in complete silence for his performance. Charles adjusted his seat and the microphone. After making sure everything was in order, he looked at the audience with clear, gentle eyes, especially focusing on the person who kept her gaze down. Speaking into the microphone, he said, "The song I'm about to play is called 'Fairytale'. I hope everyone has beautiful memories in their lives, ones that bring happiness and joy every time they are recalled." As he spoke, his eyes were filled with emotion, resting on the person who was not looking at him. Then, he lifted his hands, and his fingers gently pressed down on the keys. Instantly, the music began. All surrounding sounds vanished, replaced by the beautiful melody emanating from his fingertips, resonating in the ears of everyone present. Naomi kept her head down, no longer looking at Charles. She listened to th