After that, Morris began spending even more time practicing the piano every day, so much so that their teacher constantly praised his rapid improvement.

One weekend, after finishing their piano lesson, Morris and Jacqueline returned to the Valor Mansion.

Jacqueline, thinking about the new piece they had just learned, asked Morris, "The teacher said you played the new piece we learned today very well. Could you play it for me again?"

"Sure." Morris nodded obediently.

For him, playing the piano for Jacqueline was the happiest thing he could do. During those moments, he felt that she needed him. He was glad that she loved his playing.

After setting down his school bag, Morris sat at the piano, raised his hands, and began playing. His fingers moved skillfully across the keys, and a soothing melody flowed smoothly from his fingertips.

Jacqueline was deeply absorbed in his playing. Even though it was a new piece, Morris could play it with remarkable fluency.

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