Regretful Tears Won't Bring Her Back novel Chapter 123

The night sky was empty, yet it seemed the whole universe was shining in Liesel's eyes.

Jacob watched her.

Liesel only cast a brief glance at him before shifting her gaze elsewhere.

Jacob had always known that she was extraordinary.

Since marrying him, she had gone out of her way to prove herself. She was always buried in complex plans and a packed schedule. Their interactions were mostly limited to work and the bedroom.

He knew Liesel could play the piano, but he had never truly seen her play.

Dressed in a fiery red evening gown, she radiated a brilliance so dazzling it seemed to light up the room.

In his eyes, everything else faded into the background the moment Liesel entered.

Her slender, graceful fingers flew across the piano keys, filling the room with a powerful and passionate melody. The music wasn't just beautiful. It was commanding. It added a striking strength to her already captivating charm.

She was breathtaking.

Not far from the stage stood a grove of locust trees planted years ago by the old university principal. A gentle breeze stirred their branches, causing a few blossoms to fall lightly onto her hair.

Even from this distance, Jacob could almost imagine the faint, alluring scent that clung to her.

The students of Alden University couldn't take their eyes off her, especially those from the finance faculty. Their gazes were full of admiration.

It wasn't just her striking beauty that captivated them. It was also the legendary tales she had left behind during her time at Alden University.

She seemed destined for this—the spotlight, the stage, and the applause.

"You've been staring for a while now," Alex said with amusement while strolling over with a glass of wine.

"Ever since you arrived at Alden University, your eyes have been glued to Liesel. Is she really that beautiful? You just can't stop looking at her," Alex teased.

After a moment, he nodded. "Yeah, she's beautiful. Can't blame you for staring."

Liesel hesitated for a moment before finally saying, "Ophelia, please don't call me that anymore."

Ophelia sighed dramatically. "Jacob really has issues. He had a wife as wonderful as you, yet he divorced you to choose that kind of woman! He's either blind or he just has serious issues."

Ophelia's voice was laced with deep resentment.

She genuinely believed Jacob was out of his mind.

Liesel had been the object of affection for countless suitors in high society circles. Though her family background wasn't impressive, she was still seen as a prime candidate for a daughter-in-law by many respected elders.

It wasn't just her looks. She was intelligent, and people admired her abilities and skills.

A woman like her could elevate an entire family for generations.

Even if the son or grandson turned out to be a disappointment, a woman like Liesel could hold the entire family together.

The more Ophelia compared Liesel to Natalie, the more she was convinced that Jacob had truly lost his mind.