NovelsFreeChapter 160 The next morning, Serena woke up in the studio's rest area to the sound of her phone ringing-it was Ruth calling.
"How's the composition coming along?" Ruth asked.
Serena rubbed her drowsy eyes and looked at the stack of papers on the nightstand, filled with densely written musical notes.
The past few hectic days at Samuel's stuhad been filled with inspiration, and she had diligently jotted down every idea.
"Actually, I've cup with snew ideas. Your call couldn't have cat a better time." With that, she got up to freshen up and arranged to meet Ruth at her studio.
Serena drove her Cullinan straight to the studio.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtThe moment she pulled up, Ruth, who had been waiting by the sidewalk, leaned into the car.
"Tsk, tsk. Your husband really spoils you. One look at this car, and it's obvious he's completely smitten with you." "Why asshe bought it? Why couldn't I have bought it myself?" She got out of the car, locked it, and linked arms with Ruth as they walked inside.
Ruth chuckled. "No matter how rich you are, I doubt you'd splurge on a car like this just to get around. To you, a car is just a means of transportation-there's no need for something this expensive. Your husband must have bought it." Serena laughed. "You really do knowwell." Her thoughts drifted to her relationship with Hugh. She murmured, "He really is the best ally anyone could ask for." Ruth raised her eyebrows, casting one last glance at the Cullinan before turning away.
Even the closest of allies wouldn't gift something this extravagant so quickly. Were they really just allies? Still, it wasn't her place to question a married couple's relationship, so she kept her thoughts to herself. When Serena and Ruth arrived at the studio, the orchestra members were already setting up for their weekly practice session. One of them approached Ruth.
"Ruth, we're missing a violinist. Should we start taking attendance, or wait a bit longer?" "The violin section rarely has absences. Let's wait a bit. Check with someone and see if there's a valid reason for it." Ruth furrowed her brow.
Serena, following closely behind, was well aware of Ruth's rules.
Every member of the orchestra was a top-tier musician, each with their own pride and individuality. The weekly practice sessions were meant to foster mutual understanding and ensure flawless collaboration.
Though absences cwith fines, they were more of a reminder than a strict punishment.
Besides, an absence was one thing-but if something had happened to the violinist, that would be a much bigger issue.
A few moments later, they got an answer.
"Ms. Winter seems really busy these days. She's been absent a lot lately-maybe something's going on at home." Winter? A violinist? Those two crucial details immediately brought to mind something Zach and Wendy had mentioned earlier. On top of that, Zach had recently taken Wendy to an orchestra performance.
"Ruth, I need to talk to you in private." Serena pulled Ruth aside and recounted the details of the phone call from the other day.
A flicker of anger crossed Ruth's face.
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"The orchestra has a strict policy against taking private gigs-it can damage our reputation Besides, e juggling oo many side jobs can lead to a lack of focus. I pay Kade a decent salary. Why would she need to take on private tutoring?" As they talked, a woman crunning in from outside, breathless.
"Sorry, I was caught in traffic and ended up running late. Please forgive me, everyone!" she said.
"Why do you always seem to get stuck in traffic?" "Kade, I remember you don't live far from the orchestra. Could traffic really have caused such a big delay?" The other violinists gathered around, expressing concern and checking in on her.
Serena turned toward the voices, recognizing Kade as the violinist who as, had fallen it during a performance and asked her to step in.
After the performance, Ruth followed protocol and placed Kade on a m two-week probation as a warning, temporarily barring her from performing. However, her salary and benefits remained unaffected.
Ruth had never been one for leniency when it cto orchestra matters.
Without hesitation, she stepped forward.
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