Time flew by, and they had already stepped into their second year of college. Lin Xiao Yu, through her relentless efforts and extraordinary talent, had become the captain of the school dance team, preparing for this crucial competition.
Lu Zean arrived at the competition venue several hours early, finding a seat directly facing the center of the stage. Once settled, he clasped his hands tightly together, his thumbs nervously rubbing against each other as he stared intently at the empty stage, his heart already surging with excitement. Initially, his mind was filled with worries. Lin Xiao Yu had been like a wound-up machine in the lead-up to this competition, spending every day from dawn till dusk in the Training Room. She had lost weight; what if she performed poorly because she was too exhausted? The more he thought about it, the more anxious he became, his brows furrowing deeply as if he could hardly bear the pressure she faced. The competition was fierce, and if anything went wrong, she would be devastated. Lu Zean muttered softly to himself, his eyes filled with concern as he frequently glanced at his watch, hoping the competition would start later so Lin Xiao Yu could catch her breath and adjust her state.
As the opening time approached, the venue gradually filled with noise, yet Lu Zean's heart grew increasingly calm, like sinking to the bottom of a deep lake where only steadfast belief took root within him. He began to replay scenes in his mind like a movie: Lin Xiao Yu practicing despite twisting her ankle, gritting her teeth to perfect her basics; sweat soaking her clothes as she sculpted her expressions in front of the mirror. Those images shone like beams of light, dispelling the gloom in his heart and reinforcing his faith in Lin Xiao Yu's abilities. Don't be afraid; she will definitely shine. All her hard work will not be in vain. He silently encouraged himself, sitting up straighter and clenching his fists as if trying to transmit strength to Lin Xiao Yu who was about to take the stage.
When the stage lights illuminated and Lin Xiao Yu appeared, Lu Zean felt a sudden catch in his breath; the world around him fell silent, leaving only that graceful figure in his sight. She began to dance with an ethereal lightness, each step seeming to tread on Lu Zean's heart. Watching her flawlessly execute the opening moves brought a slight smile to his lips; some tension eased from his nerves, yet his gaze remained fixed on her, unwilling to miss a single moment of brilliance.
As the dance reached its climax, the atmosphere ignited with excitement; gasps of awe erupted from the audience. Lu Zean's heart raced violently within him as if it would burst from his chest—he was thrilled by Lin Xiao Yu's stunning performance but also nervous enough that his palms were sweaty, soaking through the hem of his shirt. Stay steady, darling; you are amazing! he silently screamed in his mind, leaning forward intensely with his neck stretched long as if he wished to rush on stage and fight alongside her during this tense moment.
When Lin Xiao Yu concluded perfectly and the music stopped, thunderous applause erupted instantly. Lu Zean jumped to his feet; after sitting tense for so long, his legs felt numb but he paid no mind. He raised both hands high above his head and clapped fervently, tears welling up in his eyes. At that moment, pride, relief, admiration—all sorts of emotions surged within him like a tidal wave of love. My girl did it; she is undeniably the queen of the stage! he shouted inwardly, a smile on his face brighter than any light in the venue. His heart swelled with pride for Lin Xiao Yu as he longed to rush on stage and hold her tightly.
Lin Dongzhe watched from below with a beaming smile and sparkling eyes filled with pride and admiration for his sister. My sister is truly remarkable! He clapped vigorously while turning to speak to those beside him, unable to hide his pride. Ever since she was little, she had been obsessed with dance; through all these years of hardship and exhaustion, she had never once considered giving up. Watching her performance today—fluid movements and emotional expression—each step and gesture reflected her hard work and dedication; she truly deserved this championship! Others around nodded in agreement, inspired by his enthusiasm and praising Lin Xiao Yu's brilliant display without reservation.
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