“We're disappointed to hear that,” Alice replies, though she thanks you for your honesty and openness.
“We both understand how challenging it is to manage a theatre,” Phoebe adds, a knowing expression on her face. “The Astor Place Opera House is undertaking a Herculean task just to keep its doors open.”
“Fortunately, they have wealthy investors backing them,” Alice continues, a hint of envy in her tone.
Just then, the Cary sisters’ footman arrives to announce that their carriage has come. You and Melville accompany them to the door of their carriage, where the footman assists them.
As the sisters settle into the carriage, you give them a polite wave. They respond with bright smiles, and you watch as the carriage rolls off down Broadway, its wheels clattering softly against the cobblestones. The evening air feels charged with the promise of new alliances, though you can't shake the lingering concern over balancing art and commerce in your own pursuits.
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LexKiop
FantasyIn the bustling heart of New York City, where the vibrant lights of Broadway meet the shadowy corners of the Bowery, an ambitious playwright named LexKiop navigates a world rife with art and ambition. Known for his cunning intellect and sharp wit, L...
