"Exasperating! Do you take pleasure in teasing me every day?" Victor slumped back into his chair, clearly upset.
Cannon responded, "My words may be harsh, but they ring true if you think about them."
"Enough, let's change the subject!" Victor retorted dejectedly.
Victor had originally composed a song exclusively for Halo, but seeing her with Rafael in the audience, he felt his resolve crumble.
Cannon's comment about him being a 'homewrecker' echoed in his mind, and he resolved not to sing that song. Halo noticed Rafael's hand on her shoulder and was aware of their audience.
She said, "Rafael, could you please tone it down a bit in public?"
Rafael flashed a charismatic smile, and leaned in to whisper in her ear, "I can't."
. Halo knew he was doing this deliberately, positioning themselves closest to the stage so Victor could easily see them. He wanted Victor to witness their closeness.
Victor didn't seem to be faring well.