Substitute Marriage: Reborn As The Top Big-Shot - Chapter 89
Chapter 89: 089: Violin Competition
Translator: 549690339
Mrs. Thompson suddenly burst into anger, scaring Samuel Thompson, who broke into a cold sweat.
He had always been afraid of Mrs. Thompson ever since he was a child, and it didn’t change as he grew up.
“Grandma, L..
“Kneel down! ”
Mrs. Thompson sternly and coldly scolded.
Just two words.
But they made Samuel’s legs buckle, kneeling directly on the ground.
Thud!
If anyone else were at the scene, it would have been incredible.
Who would believe that the highly sought-after actor would actually kneel in front of a silver-haired old lady?
Mrs. Thompson glared down at Samuel, her eyes full of anger.
“l ask you, what is your surname?”
“Thompson. ”
“Recite the Thompson Clan’s rules for me.”
The Thompson Clan always had family rules and teachings.
Every child started reciting them from the age of three.
Although many years had passed since he last looked at the family rules, Samuel could still recite them by heart, “The first rule of the Thompson family: Hold on to justice, shoulder morality; a gentleman loves wealth, but always seek it in the right way…”
Mrs. Thompson listened carefully with her hands behind her back.
Upon hearing a certain sentence, she suddenly spoke up, “All ten fingers connected to the heart, brotherly friendship, filial piety to parents, and care for younger sisters. Tell me, who is your sister?”
Samuel lowered his head.
His sister was Sylvia Thompson, and also Viola Thompson.
After a moment, Samuel looked up at Mrs. Thompson, “Grandma, I never said
Viola isn’t my sister. I just want you to treat Sylvia more fairly.”
Mrs. Thompson angrily asked, “Has anyone in this family ever abused her?”
Samuel shook his head. “Has anyone shorted her on clothing and food?” Samuel shook his head.
“Has anyone ever neglected her education?”
Mrs. Thompson asked three questions in a row, and Samuel shook his head to each of them.
“Since there’s none, then explain to me, what is fair?” Mrs. Thompson’s face was as cold as frost, stabbing Samuel with each word, “She has always been pampered by her parents, brother, and other family members, never suffering the slightest injury, and doesn’t even know what it’s like to be hungry or poor! On the other hand, my poor Viola, who knows how much she has suffered at the hands of human traffickers?! And now you talk to me about fairness! Are you worthy of being an elder brother?”
By the end of her words, Mrs. Thompson’s eyes were slightly red.
Viola was the only direct granddaughter of the Thompson family, and she was Mrs. Thompson’s bottom line.
Samuel bowed his head.
His face was hard to read.
Although he wanted to find Viola, if he had to compare, Samuel would feel deeper affection for Sylvia, who he had never met.
After all.
The person who grew up with him since childhood was Sylvia.
The person who shared a sibling relationship with him was also Sylvia.
To him, Viola was nothing more than a mere paper figure with the title of sister.
He didn’t understand why Mrs. Thompson was so sensitive about this matter.
Viola had been missing for years, and her personality was completely unknown. What if she was full of problems and not the granddaughter Mrs. Thompson imagined?
At least.
Viola could not be as outstanding as Sylvia.
Despite this, Samuel knew Mrs. Thompson’s temper, and now, if he did not admit his mistake, she would never let him off. “Grandma, I know I was wrong.”
Mrs. Thompson didn’t want to look at him, “Get out.”
After leaving Mrs. Thompson’s room, Samuel felt a sense of suffocation in his heart, which would only be relieved when he vented. He went to Mandel Thompson’s room.
He knocked on the door.
Mandel was handling official business, and without looking up, he said,
“Come in.”
Samuel entered the room.
“Big brother.”
“What’s the matter?”
Samuel sighed.
Mandel put down the files, “Why are you sighing?”
“Grandma just lectured me.”
“Because of what?”
Samuel recounted the events and finally said, “Big brother, don’t you think
Grandma is too partial? It’s really pissing me off!”
“You have the nerve to get angry?” Mandel frowned, “Grandma is right. Have you forgotten who your real sister is?” Samuel was stunned.
“Big brother, how can you be like this too?”
He originally wanted to complain to Mandel, but he didn’t expect Mandel to share the same opinion as Mrs. Thompson.
“Sylvia has been living a life better than most people. You know that better than anyone else! But now, you’re bothering Grandma over some insignificant issues. Aren’t you just asking for a scolding?” Just like Mrs. Thompson.
In Mandel’s eyes, only Viola was his real sister.
“Big brother! Don’t you think this is unfair to Sylvia? Viola’s disappearance has nothing to do with Sylvia. Why do you have to force this on her?”
“No one has ever blamed her. She simply overestimates herself and wants to take Viola’s place.”
Samuel looked at Mandel with disbelief in his eyes.
On the other side.
In Sylvia’s bedroom.Aunt Zhang placed a bowl of nourishment in front of Sylvia Thompson, “Miss, please drink it while it’s hot.”
“Thank you.”
Sylvia politely thanked her.
Aunt Zhang glanced at Sylvia, hesitated a bit, and said, “I just came back from Mrs. Thompson’s place and heard some words that I shouldn’t have. I don’t know whether I should tell you or not.”
Sylvia’s eyes changed slightly, and then she said, “Aunt Zhang, you’ve always been like an elder to me. Just say whatever you want to say.”
“After all, you are not the biological child of this family, so you must always leave room for yourself.” Aunt Zhang paused for a moment and then continued, “Just now, Mrs. Thompson scolded the second young master and told him…
As she spoke, she glanced at Sylvia, her voice hesitant.
Sylvia turned to look at Aunt Zhang, “Just say it.”
Aunt Zhang then said, “She meant that you should never dream of becoming the true mistress of this family.”
Upon hearing these words, Sylvia’s heart sank to the bottom.
Although she knew the answer all along, hearing these words at this moment still made her feel extremely uncomfortable and breathless.
Aunt Zhang glanced at the closed door and said, “Actually, you don’t have to worry too much. They can never find Viola.”
Hearing this, Sylvia’s eyes widened as she looked at Aunt Zhang.
Aunt Zhang smiled, “Miss, I hope you’ll always be happy.”
Before Sylvia could react, Aunt Zhang turned around and left.
River City.
The day of the violin competition soon arrived.
There were a total of 108 contestants.
Viola Thompson represented North Bridge High School.
Diana Hershey and Fiona Knight accompanied Viola backstage.
As Viola walked in, there was a ripple of discussion among the crowd.
The girl was clearly wearing a simple school uniform, yet she stood out in the crowd.
So extraordinary. “She’s so beautiful!”
“Who is she?”
“l heard she’s the new school beauty of North Bridge.”
“No wonder she’s so beautiful.’
“She is beautiful, but she has a bad reputation. You guys don’t know? She’s from the countryside, and I guess she didn’t come here to win any awards but just to show off!”
Soon, there was another round of discussion at the entrance.
Elizabeth Thompson had arrived.
Elizabeth Thompson had an exquisite makeup on her face and carried an elegant and expensive violin on her back.
“My god! Miss Thompson’s violin is ‘Samuel,’ right?”
‘Samuel’ is a world-renowned violin created by the Western artist Charles. The melody is pure and natural, and there is only one in the world.
Usually, people could only see it in books, but they didn’t expect ‘Samuel’ to be in Elizabeth Thompson’s hands.
“l envy Miss Thompson so much that she not only has a famous violin but also a famous teacher.’
“A famous teacher? Who is Miss Thompson’s Master?”
“It’s one of today’s judges, Professor Alnwick.”
Upon hearing this sentence, everyone couldn’t help but gasp.
What kind of luck does Elizabeth Thompson have to be able to have Professor Alnwick as her master?
It’s so amazing.
“Hey, do you guys know? Miss Thompson and the new school beauty of North Bridge are sisters.”
“That so-called Viola is just a good-for-nothing adopted daughter of the Thompson clan who relies on her good looks and is here to show off. She probably can’t even read sheet music, and isn’t embarrassed by having a low-quality violin! ”
People turned their heads and saw that Viola was indeed carrying a very ordinary beginner’s violin on her back.
Who would use such a violin for a competition?
Only someone who didn’t understand the violin would be so ignorant. “Does she really think beauty can feed her? This is a violin competition, not a beauty contest. Even if it’s a beauty contest, it’s not her turn to participate!’ Diana Hershey was so angry that she was about to argue with them.
Viola was calm, holding Diana’s hand, “Let’s speak with our abilities.”
She never cared about other people’s opinions.
Doing her best was the most important thing.
Hearing people’s comments, Elizabeth Thompson’s mouth curled up slightly, and a glint flashed in her eyes.
Did that wild child really dare to compare herself with her?
Keep dreaming!
Soon, Elizabeth Thompson turned her gaze away and walked toward the front hall.
It was said that Terrence would also appear at the competition today.
She was looking forward to Terrence seeing her performance.
Upon seeing Elizabeth Thompson, Professor Alnwick walked over immediately with a smile, “Emma, don’t be nervous later. I’m looking forward to your performance.”
Since that day at the Thompson’s villa, Professor Alnwick had never heard such a beautiful violin sound.
He hoped that today Elizabeth Thompson would be able to break through herself and reach the same level as she had in the villa or even higher.
“Don’t worry, teacher. I won’t disappoint you,” she said.
Professor Alnwick nodded his head in satisfaction.
After greeting Professor Alnwick, Elizabeth Thompson saw an unexpected figure: Terrence Lentz.
The good mood in Elizabeth’s eyes was instantly replaced with disgust.
How on earth did that good-for-nothing find out about her violin competition?
How could such a person be worthy of appearing in the same place as Terrence?
It’s disgusting!
