The Double or more Life of the Fake Heiress (Mirabella) novel Chapter 757

As Mr. Hammond's voice echoed through the auditorium, calling Matthew to the stage, he adjusted his thick-rimmed glasses and quickly straightened his clothes. Taking a deep breath, he pulled back the curtain and stepped up to the podium.

At first, Matthew was visibly nervous, his words stumbling a bit. But as he found his footing, his natural charisma and humor began to shine through, quickly lifting the spirits of his younger peers.

Backstage, Mirabella stood with her arms crossed, lazily leaning against a Corinthian column. She listened intently but didn't engage in conversation with Taylor or Meg.

Next up was Taylor. A junior, two years ahead of Matthew and Meg, Taylor exuded a mature confidence that drew almost immediate cheers from the female students as he took the stage. His good looks certainly didn't hurt either.

Even though Taylor had graduated years ago, his legacy still loomed large at Parkside High School. His numerous achievements in various competitions had brought significant glory to the school, and his name was well-known even among those who had never met him.

As Taylor began to speak, the applause was non-stop, creating an energy that made Matthew's earlier reception seem subdued in comparison.

Still riding the high from his own speech, Matthew peeked from behind the curtain to watch Taylor effortlessly captivate the audience without even glancing at his notes. Recognizing his own limits, Matthew couldn't help but admire him, muttering, "Taylor's really something."

Mirabella, overhearing him, gave a casual nod and said, "He's alright, but you did well too. Everyone has their own style."