Chapter 36

Justine danced like a butterfly in flight—light and graceful. If there was ever such a thing as a visual feast or a melody that could get you pregnant by ear, this was it. Everyone present was completely spellbound. It wasn't until the music stopped and the performance ended that the crowd finally snapped out of their trance. The applause and cheers rolled on and on. "That was incredible! Miss Justine and the real Miss Elizabeth—this is what true elegance looks like. Their performance was pure art." "What a treat! If only they'd play a couple more pieces..." "Keep dreaming. You think either Miss Elizabeth or Miss Webb has a temper that would put up with something like that? Getting to see them share a stage tonight is rare enough—it's like winning the lottery." Alexander stood there holding his glass of wine, staring unblinking at Elizabeth on stage. With her quiet, serene presence, she looked almost otherworldly. She was just... perfect. So flawless it was hard to believe she was even