Chapter 472
Mark gently stroked the back of Ysabelle’s head.
“All right. Why don’t you go and keep Sophie company?” There was no turning back since he had promised his father.
Ysabelle, who had never spoken like that before, still could not help but feel disappointed.
She only voiced her thoughts in such a manner when she learned they decided to go separate ways. But there’s nothing I can do anyway.
“Ysabelle, go and check on Sophie to see if she’s ready,” Sunny tried to get her out of there as he felt it was inappropriate for her to make that remark at this time.
Left with no choice, Ysabelle could only go and look for Sophie.
“Don’t worry, Mark. We’ll respect your decision, and you’ll have our full support. At least we’re all contented now.” Sunny gently patted Mark’s shoulder. Being happy with our lives is all that matters. We shouldn’t worry about anything else.
Meanwhile, Sophie, who had just changed into her costume, noticed Ysabelle was sitting alone while pulling a long face. Why is she not with Mark and the others?
“What’s wrong? Why are you sitting here alone? I thought you wanted to be with Mark and the other band members.” Sophie went up and sat next to her. I wouldn’t have come so early had she not insisted on meeting them.
“Will my love fade over time?”
Sophie did not expect the question to come out of her mouth.
Upon noticing the way Ysabelle pouted, Sophie chuckled.
She placed her arm around Ysabelle’s shoulder, gesturing for her to lean on her. “Don’t overthink. You need to understand that certain things are beyond your control.” You can only accept the outcome if you can’t change it. Overthinking will only make you more miserable.
“I’m going for the rehearsal now, okay?” Sophie said. Mark and the others are waiting for me.
“You look pretty in that costume, Sophie,” Ysabelle suddenly commented. She looks wild and cool! I bet both men and women would be mesmerized by how hot she looks!
“I’m really digging your look!” Ysabelle could not help but express her adoration for Sophie.
They had spent a fortune on the concert costumes, so that was why the design looked sophisticated.
In order to match the five men in the band, Sophie’s costumes were all designed with a touch of masculinity.
Yet, they did not overshadow her feminine beauty when she put them on.
Ysabelle could not turn her eyes away. “I’m sure you’ll hold Uncle Tristan spellbound today!” I can imagine how exhilarated he’ll be after seeing the love of his life dressed like this!
“Oh, please. Tristan has seen women from all walks of life,” Sophie said.
“But you’re the apple of his eye!” Ysabelle exclaimed. Everyone knows that!
A few moments later, Sophie got onto the stage and began the rehearsal with the rest of the band members. Ysabelle waited at the audience seat to keep them company, even though she was not a part of the band.
It was half past four in the afternoon when they completed a simple run-through. They had no choice but to stop the rehearsal as fans were seen entering the stadium.
Meanwhile, Tristan and Felix arrived at the venue through the VIP passage after handling some matters at Lombard Group.
“Ysabelle was here since noon?” Tristan knew how obsessed Ysabelle was with The Wheelers.
“I don’t understand why she insisted on coming at noon since the concert will only begin in the evening. She could have stayed home and taken a rest!” Felix said. Why does she put herself through all these?
“You should know how crazy she is about The Wheelers.”
“I know. I’m just a little annoyed. It’s just a band. Does she have to behave like that?” Felix would never admit he was jealous.
“You better not say this in front of her,” Tristan warned. Or else, you’re going to get it from her. Have you forgotten what happened during the university entrance exam?
Felix felt stumped and did not know what else to say. “Mr. Tristan, what do you think of me?”
Tristan kept mum and glared at Felix. Here we go again.
“I might not be as capable as you are, but I’m still a great guy. In Jipsdale, people think highly of me and even address me as Mr. Northley, but why Ysabelle doesn’t see the good in me?” Felix asked.
He just could not figure out why.
“I’ve always treated her well, but she doesn’t appreciate it. Does she not find me charming?” Felix began to doubt himself and wondered if he should give up on her.
“That’s your problem,” Tristan said frankly.
The harsh remark left Felix speechless.
Felix continued, “If someone as emotionally distant as you can fall in love with another person, why can’t I? I just don’t get it.”
“What do you mean? Are you implying I don’t deserve to be in a relationship?” A cold glint flashed across Tristan’s eyes.
Upon noticing that look on his face, Felix staggered. “That’s just a casual remark. Don’t take it to heart. Being in a relationship with you is the best, of course. It’s also amazing how you can handle a woman like Sophie.”
“Talk more, and I’ll send you to Alendor after the concert,” Tristan threatened him. I’ll have to teach him a lesson for badmouthing Sophie.
“Alendor? Please don’t send me there. I’m sorry for saying the wrong things!” Felix realized he had stepped on his toes.
“Stay there for a week! Go and soak up the sun and get tanned before coming back!” Tristan showed no mercy.
“Mr. Tristan, how can you do this to me because of a woman? I didn’t say anything bad, did I?” Felix nearly burst into tears. Me and my stupid mouth! Why on earth did I bring up Sophie? What’s wrong with me?
When they arrived at the stadium, Tristan gave Felix the cold shoulder and went backstage.
Meanwhile, Sophie was doing her makeup. Upon noticing her look, Tristan was stunned.
The red costume she wore made her look seductive.
The artist who did her makeup further accentuated her facial features.
With the smokey eye look, Sophie appeared drastically different from her usual self.
After finishing her task, the makeup artist retreated, leaving the two in the room.
“Tristan, do I look weird?” Sophie asked. Will he appreciate my look?
Tristan stared straight at the reflection of her face in the mirror for a few seconds.
“Sophie, I don’t want you to go on stage anymore. I don’t want others to see you in this look,” he stated.
Upon hearing that, Sophie froze for a moment.
“You look great—absolutely gorgeous. Now I get why people always say women can look much cooler than men if they want to,” Tristan commented. Fans of The Wheelers have always been fanatics. They’ll definitely fall in love with Sophie should they see her rocking this look.
“You’re just exaggerating, Tristan.” Sophie did not believe his words.
Tristan embraced her from the back.
“Not at all. I don’t want you to go on stage. I’m sure all five of them can still perform well in the concert!” Tristan refused to allow anyone to see her in that look. No way!
Sophie turned around and planted a kiss on his lips.
“That’s enough. Be good, okay? I’ll put on a mask later, so don’t worry!” Sophie had specifically chosen ten different masks to match her ten sets of costumes, and they all looked exquisite!
“Don’t expect me to give you the green light with just one kiss!” Clearly, Tristan wanted Sophie to appease him with more than a peck on the lips.
