Time flies like a fleeting horse, and half a month passed in the blink of an eye.
During this half month, Emily Parker was like a tireless spinning top, busy to the point her feet barely touched the ground.
At Eastern Hospital, under her swift yet meticulous reorganization, all operations were running smoothly and in an orderly manner.
By the end of the month, an inspection team from the relevant departments would come to evaluate. During this period, she dared not slacken in the slightest, devoting herself entirely to hospital affairs, striving to be impeccable.
Meanwhile, City First Middle School’s cultural performance was also being prepared intensively and was set to take place this weekend.
Maria Carter and Cameron John had been rehearsing diligently for nearly half a month for an outstanding performance at the event.
The two of them worked together like mind-reading partners, evolving from initial unfamiliarity to an incredibly harmonious collaboration, where every note and every movement responded precisely to each other.
Early on Saturday morning, Maria Carter got up early to get ready to leave.
While tidying her clothes in front of the mirror, she reminded Carlos and Emily,
"Brother, Sister, I’ve reserved seats specifically for you.
Remember to come early."
Her tone was full of anticipation, and after speaking, she cheerfully headed to the school early to do her makeup, preparing to welcome this important performance in her best state.
Emily and Carlos also left shortly after together.
They both headed to City First Middle School, which was filled with a lively atmosphere.
Just as Carlos got out of the car, he saw Charles Pond’s parents.
Charles was with them, and the group was chatting happily, their faces relaxed and full of smiles.
Upon seeing Carlos and Emily, the Pond family parents came over with warm smiles.
As an old family friend of the Carters, Charles’s father was the first to speak,
"Carlos, why didn’t you come with your father?
Your dad and his secretary just went inside."
As they spoke, they casually glanced at Emily beside Carlos.
The two of them also recognized Emily as the doctor from a small clinic before.
They had heard about the clinic being closed down, and out of courtesy, they nodded at Emily as a greeting.
Charles, feeling concerned for his girlfriend Amelia Willow backstage, excused himself after a few pleasantries and hurried toward the backstage.
As soon as he stepped in, he noticed something was off about Amelia Willow’s expression.
Amelia Willow bit her lower lip, her face full of anger, and said,
"Charles, did you know that Maria Carter also got Skysound Studio to write a song?"
Originally confident in her performance for the arts festival, Amelia was filled with unease upon learning that Maria had also collaborated with the same renowned studio for her song.
No wonder she dares to challenge you this time. But she definitely can’t compare to you."
Charles Pond was very familiar with Maria Carter’s character. In his eyes, Maria never endured the hardship of singing rehearsals. Even with a good song, she might not truly perform to her potential.
"But... I think her song might be as good as mine.
Earlier, I heard her and Cameron John practicing singing and playing the piano in the main hall..."
Amelia Willow lightly bit her lip, her eyes full of worry and unwillingness.
She recalled the scene of hearing Maria Carter and Cameron John rehearsing that day. The beautiful melody and their seamless cooperation brought her unprecedented pressure.
Charles Pond was taken aback by what she said, Cameron John?
Cameron John, how could it be him?
At this moment, in the main hall, Emily and Carlos had just walked in.
They slowly moved to the seats that Maria Carter had reserved for them.
Emily hadn’t had a chance to sit down when a somewhat familiar voice came over: "Brother Carter, you’re here too?"
Emily instinctively looked in the direction of the voice and saw Rainny White walking over with a big smile.