Chapter 596
Chapter 596:
This stash would do the trick!
No matter what, today she had to help her brother win Maia’s heart! As for Pattie, since she refused to leave, Elvira planned to get her drunk enough to stop her meddling.
“Elvira, isn’t this a bit much?” Maia winced, a headache threatening as she stared at the mountain of drinks. She was confident that she wouldn’t get drunk, but if Roland and Pattie did, it could get messy.
“Don’t worry. I’ve got this. Besides, Pattie can probably handle her liquor, right?” Elvira poured a drink for Pattie and said, “Come on, Pattie, let’s toast p>
Pattie relaxed against the sofa, a slight smile playing on her lips. “Alright, but don’t get drunk before me p>
Elvira was underestimating her if she thought a little alcohol would knock her out.
Maia knew that she couldn’t stop them, so she decided to let it be.
After several rounds, the mood grew lively.
Pattie had just finished a few songs when Elvira grabbed the microphone and handed it to Maia. “I want to hear this one next. Maia, sing it with my brother for me p>
She handed another mic to Roland and whispered, “Good luck.” A classic love duet appeared on the big screen.
Maia hesitated, about to speak, when Pattie stood suddenly.
“I know this one. I’ll sing with Mr. Cullen!” she said confidently, extending her hand and locking eyes with Roland.
He looked at her but stayed silent.
Maia paused, then handed the microphone over.
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Before Pattie could grab it, Elvira stopped her.
“Pattie,” Elvira said, giving the microphone back to Maia with an innocent smile. “I specifically requested this song for Maia. If you want to sing, I’ll request another one for you later. I missed hearing Maia live at the last competition. Can you grant me this small wish today? And I’m serious — my brother sings the male part perfectly!” She then turned to Maia and squeezed her hand. “Please, I really want to hear you sing with him.” Maia was speechless. She saw right through Elvira’s plan but couldn’t resist her persistence, so she finally agreed.
The lights focused on them, spotlighting the stage like a dream. Under Elvira’s careful setup, Maia and Roland stepped to the center of the room.
As the music started, they began to sing.
Maia’s voice was smooth and sweet, while Roland’s was rich and deep. They both sang well, but something felt off — like an invisible gap between them.
Even standing side by side, their voices didn’t quite blend.
Pattie couldn’t hold back a laugh, shooting Elvira a knowing look. “You know what they say — you can’t force love p>
Elvira stayed calm but shouted encouragement to Roland. “Come on, Roland! It’s a love song. Why are you standing so far from Maia? Get closer! Look into her eyes! Show some feeling p>
Maia gave a tight smile, just wanting the song to end fast.
Then, as the chorus hit, the door suddenly slammed open!
A lazy male voice echoed, “Wow, it’s lively in here. I wondered why the voice sounded so familiar. Turns out it’s Ms. Watson singing p>
Everyone spun around.
Maxwell walked in casually, hands in his pockets, a sly grin tugging at his lips.