Coolest Girl in Town (Elise and Alexander)
Chapter 87

Coolest Girl in Town Chapter 87

Elise was in a dilemma. She didn’t want to dance with Matthew, but she couldn't replace any reasons torefuse. Luckily for her, Alexander stood before her. “According to the rules, everyone's dance partneris decided by the draw.” In other words, there was no changing of partners once it was set.

Finally replaceing an excuse, Elise said, “Sorry, Matthew. We got the same number, so I can't dance withyou.” Perfect. Nobody can refute me.

Matthew smiled and slowly pulled his hand back. “It's fine. Let's leave it until next time then.”

Elise nodded. It was then the hall went dark, and everyone gasped. About a minute later, everyoneheard the sound of wheels creaking, and someone was singing Happy Birthday

"Happy birthday to you... Happy birthday to you...”

The crowd parted and made way for Danny and Jack. They were pushing a big cake on a cart,heading toward Alexander. Everyone around them also started singing as well.

Once they were done singing Happy Birthday, someone shouted, “Make a wish, birthday boy!”Everyone looked at Alexander. He put his hands together, closed his eyes, and made a wish.“Together, everyone. Three, two, one... Blow.”

Everyone blew out the candles, and the guests clapped.

At the same time, the lights came back on again. Alexander picked up the knife and cut out a slicebefore handing it to Elise. “Have a taste.”

She took it from him and thanked him before popping a small chunk into her mouth. The creammelted in her mouth at once.

“How is it?" Alexander asked.

Elise nodded. “Not bad.”

Alexander cut a slice of cake and popped a small chunk into his mouth as well. Inmediately, histaste buds were assailed by the sweet scent of the cake, and a handsome smile appeared on hisface.

Jonah was delighted to see the both of them standing together.

"Sir, I think Mr. Jonah likes Miss Elise.”

Jonah answered cryptically, “Perhaps, but honestly, they do make a good couple. I just hope he'llrealize that soon. You did a great job, but something is still missing.”

"Sir, you're saying we should—"

Jonah stopped him. “Let's stop while we're ahead. This is a big project, and I want to take it slow. Ijust hope they'll start going out eventually.”

"Don’t worry, sir. They'll get it eventually,” the butler said. A smile broke out on Jonah's lips, and hewent back upstairs. Apparently, he was in a good mood.

The banquet went on until eleven at night. Once the guests made their departure, the villa fell intoits usual silence.

Elise’s stomach was acting up after she had too much to eat. Even after she had washed it downwith water, she still felt bloated, so she went out to have a walk. The night was beautiful, with themoon covering everything in a silvery sheen, and the stars twinkled down upon the earth. Elise saton the yard's swing alone, enjoying the scenery. But then a while later, she heard the sound of thepiano in the distance.

"Who's playing at this hour?” She was surprised, but she listened to it silently. The music wasdelightful and sad at the same time, as if these two opposites were getting merged together.Curious, she went in the direction of the sound.

It wasn't until she got to the top floor did she realize where the sound was coming

from. The piano room. She went over and noticed that the door was ajar. Once she stepped in, whatshe saw was a man sitting before the piano with his back turned to her. His fingers flew across thepiano keys, playing the same tune Elise heard earlier. “Not bad,” she praised genuinely.

The moment she talked, Alexander stopped and turned around. “It's late. Why are you still here?”Elise snickered and went closer to him. “Because I heard the music. It's great.”

“It's just something I played on a whim. Not anything great,” he answered.

Elise didn't think so. “You must have trained for years. That's gotta be around grade

eight.”

He arched his eyebrow. “You play too?”

Elise rubbed her nose, slightly nervous. “Not a lot though.”

But that intrigued Alexander. “Wanna play a song together?”

Elise didn't refuse his invitation. “Sure,” she answered.

Alexander was surprised she agreed so readily, but he freed up half of the bench for her, and shewent to sit by his side. Elise put her hands on the keys, and they started playing a tune together.They worked harmoniously and grasped every beat to perfection. Alexander was surprised that Elisewas so talented at piano as well. Elise thought the same about him too. Oh, I found a kindred soul.They hastened their tempo a moment later, then they slowed down. The tune was never out of syncfor even a single beat. Once they were done playing, Alexander smiled. “Looks like I'veunderestimated you, Elise. You're a good pianist.” He was genuine about that praise.

Elise praised him as well. “You're better than I am. You moved really fluidly. You play this song a lot,don't you?”

It was the truth, but Alexander didn't feel awkward about it. “Not bad. You saw through me.”

Elise pulled her hands back from the keys and got up. “Thanks. It's late, so I'll retire for the night.”However, Alexander stopped her. “You know, I like playing the piano with you. Can we have anothersession together if it's fine with you?”

Elise smiled. “Sure.”

Then, she left the room while Alexander saw her off. Once she turned the corner, he looked back atthe piano keys and closed his eyes as he recalled how they played the piano together earlier. It wasthe first time anyone could match his speed and sync up with him so perfectly.

A moment later, he opened his eyes, and for some reason, he got curious about

Elise. How many more secrets does she have?