Revenge In Repose (Valerie and Aiden) novel Chapter 189

Chapter 189

Chapter 189

‘How far does Valerie need to push me before she’s finally satisfied?‘ Juliette thought furiously.

Juliette glared daggers at Valerie on stage, while the eyes of many others were also fixed upon her.

But while hatred burned in Juliette’s eyes, everyone else looked on, stunned by her dazzling presence.

Valerie shone like a supernova, no one could look away.

Just by standing there on stage, Valerie became the center of attention, every pair of eyes in the room was fixed solely on her.

A person asked, “Who’s that?”

Another said, “Didn’t you hear? That’s Valerie Clark.”

An elder frowned sharply. “Valerie? Isn’t she the one who did such terrible things to Juliette?”

At this, many faces darkened immediately.

But Jack stared at Valerie on stage.

Under the spotlight, Valerie’s skin glowed with dewy freshness, her whole being radiating vibrant energy. Seated at the piano with demure grace, her serene elegance bore an uncanny resemblance to Jack’s wife in her youth.

There was a shadow in her eyes and brows, as if another’s presence lingered there.

“Hello, everyone, I’m Valerie Clark.” With a composed smile, Valerie touched the piano keys, and vibrant melodies instantly filled the room, transforming the atmosphere into something entirely different from the lively birthday dance just moments before.

The piano was provided by the Shelton family, but the rich resonance she brought out was something few could ever achieve.

With rich classical elegance, the piano melody rose in harmony with Valerie’s crystal–clear, unmistakable voice as she began to recite, “A legacy of brilliant prose. Our family’s radiant light. Ancestral wisdom flows.”

Her voice rang out, crystal clear and resonant, carrying an undeniable grandeur that commanded attention.

Jack’s eyes sparkled with sudden recognition.

Even Colette found herself stealing glances at her. At a glance, she seemed to glow with an ethereal radiance, so striking, her presence was impossible to

ignore.

Valerie remained oblivious to the commotion below. With measured grace, she continued her recitation, “Thank you for your gentle care and warmth. For the hope of home and kin. Such kindness is beyond words.”

The Shelton elders turned toward the sound, and at the sight of her, they all froze as one.

A person asked, “Don’t you think… this girl looks kind of familiar?”

Another said, “Yeah, I feel the same. Where have we seen her before?”

Someone else said, “Doesn’t she resemble… Elsie, back when she was still with us?”

Elsie Shelton was Jack and Colette’s only biological daughter, who passed away young and left no heirs.

A person said, “Absolutely! The resemblance is uncanny!”

Valerie remained oblivious to the murmurs below as she continued her poised recitation, “Today we celebrate this birthday feast, with all descendants

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bowing in reverence.”

Juliette noticed the sudden commotion around her, her heart pounding with shock and confusion.

She thought, ‘What’s going on?

‘How could this be happening!

‘Valerie doesn’t even look much like anyone from the Shelton family, so why is everyone reacting this way?

‘Elsie Shelton?

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‘Could she be that Aunt I’ve never met?‘

Juliette’s heart pounded with panic as she rushed to Colette’s side, clinging desperately to her arm. “Grandma, it’s her! She’s made my life a living hell!”

Colette had found Valerie familiar at first glance. But now, seeing her on stage, a heart–piercing sense of familiarity struck her.

The sense of familiarity was so overwhelming that Colette felt her eyes prickle with unshed tears.

On stage, Valerie’s graceful and heartfelt birthday tribute drew to a close. With measured elegance, she recited, “May each year from now on be better than the last.”

As the final notes of the piano piece faded, its profound depth lingered in the listeners‘ hearts, leaving an indelible impression.

“What an amazing piece!” someone called out from the audience, and instantly, the room erupted in thunderous applause.

“An original composition? What brilliance!” someone in the audience exclaimed, “The way it blends with the birthday verses creates perfect harmony, as if they were always meant to be one!”

A person asked, “Who’s this? What a promising talent!”

Another said, “That’s Valerie, don’t you recognize her?”

“Valerie? The one the teacher just ordered to be banned from the Alliance?” someone asked in disbelief.

“Yeah… that’s her,” another replied.

“What a shame! She’s so young, yet so talented. With the right guidance, her future would be limitless,” someone in the audience sighed.

Russell frowned as he overheard the comments, about to step forward when Craig Shelton’s voice cut through the chatter. “Russell, come here.”

-Russell’s heart sank as he quickly said, “Uncle, I know what you’re going to say, but this girl is exceptionally talented, you saw it yourself. Could you

please give her another chance?”

The Music Alliance was relatively important.

Only by joining the true Music Alliance could one truly reach the national level. Until then, no matter how brilliant Valerie was, she’d remain just an unknown musician, stuck on the sidelines.

Craig let out a wry chuckle and asked bluntly, “This friend of yours, is her name Valerie?”

Russell nodded. “Yeah.”

Craig asked, “Where is she from?”

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