Chapter 1510

"From what I understand, the Glendale Piano Association issues its certifications every two weeks, and today isn't one of those days. I'm curious, Mr. Tebow, where exactly did this certificate come from?" An awkward silence fell over the room. Everyone exchanged uneasy glances, and the once harmonious atmosphere turned heavy with tension. Katie's friends quickly jumped in to defend her. "What do you know? This is how things work around here!" "Sure, the rules are strict, but exceptions can always be made. With a talent like Katie's, the association would definitely bend the rules. Do you really think they'd let someone like her go unnoticed?" "I bet you're just jealous of Katie's success. It's obvious you want to undermine her future just to feel better about yourself." Initially, Katie felt a pang of guilt, but as her friends spoke with such conviction, she realized she was the one who had been wronged. Her nose tingled, and tears welled up in her eyes as she began to sob quiet