Chapter 3

My bow was missing.

But even with a backup, I still clinched first place in the tryouts.

Alex was my piano accompanist.

On stage, we worked seamlessly together. It felt like we were having a conversation through every note.

As we stepped off stage, Alex handed me a bottle of water and casually tucked a loose strand of hair behind my ear.

His fingers were cool, and there was a gentle warmth in his gaze I hadn't noticed before.

"You were amazing," Alex said.

I was about to thank him.

Ryan walked in just in time to see it.

He…