Chapter 146

Elena's voice culminated in a flawless G6 note, soaring with the power and finality of a mermaid completing her transformation into the undisputed ruler of the high seas. For a long moment, no one made a sound. The audience was utterly spellbound. Only after a full thirty seconds did thunderous applause finally erupt through the hall. Elena's gaze swept calmly over the crowd before she took a graceful bow. She had written this song specifically for the competition. Once Selena had retrieved Helen's phone, Megan knew the time for her counterattack had come. She needed to prove herself decisively, and this song was her ultimate weapon. To make the live stream audience feel the stark contrast in quality, she had to deliver something undeniable—hitting a spectacular high note was the most direct and impactful way to achieve that. This piece combined a compelling narrative with demanding technical skill, perfectly designed to shatter the shackles of mediocrity imposed by her previous s