Chapter 741 True Power is the Ultimate Strength!
Chapter 741 True Power is the Ultimate Strength!
This is an era ruled by the power of celebrity.
It was the stars who drew all the attention
And by being the center of attention, they attract traffic influence, and capital.
In today’s world, even the smallest event can set off a whirlwind of attention and media frenzy.
In a close–knit city like Brighton, where news traveled fast, it was only natural for everyone captivated by Rhea and her seemingly inevitable rise to stardom.
Everyone wanted to be close to Rhea, to share in the aura of her rising stardom.
Moreover, Rhea’s sister was none other than Ivy, the internationally acclaimed movie star.
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Not only that, but Rhea claimed that Ivy, along with renowned directors and producers from the top–tier entertainment giant, Carmen Pictures, would be attending the concert.
What kind of grand spectacle would that be?
With guests like these, the campus concert itself became almost irrelevant.
Just catching a glimpse of these international stars from afar, or even standing in the same room, would be
a dream come true.
And if someone was lucky enough to get a chance to interview them up close, that would be pure gold.
The event drew a crowd of eager students from across the city, all hoping to catch a glimpse of the stars.
siring young actresses from beyond the university, reaming of stardom, also joined the throng.
Aspiring
They all rushed to empty their wallets.
If they didn’t have enough, they asked their families.
If their families wouldn’t help, they turned to friends for loans.
Some students even pooled together all the money they could gather from ten or more classmates just to secure their spot.
All over the campuses, students were calling their parents, and borrowing from relatives and friends.
They all wanted a spot on Rhea’s cheer squad, a ticket to the concert, and the golden opportunity for a signed photo with Ivy.
This was their chance to get a foot in the door of the entertainment world and bask in the glow of fame.
Many students were gripped by regret, wishing they had a wider social circle.
They could only look on helplessly as their more connected classmates secured their places at the event.
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And many swore to themselves that from now on, they work on networking and making connections for situations like this.
They vowed to be ready next time, seizing any future opportunity to shine.
It was a remarkable and almost absurd scene.
At least a handful of nearby schools had students ditching classes to come to register as part of Rhea’s entourage after she made her announcement.
Meanwhile, the balance in Rhea’s mobile account was skyrocketing.
By the time the registration period closed at noon, heraccount had reached a staggering 2.3 million
dollars!
Seeing that figure, Rhea felt every nerve in her body light up with joy, and she practically danced in circles as she walked.
I’m rich, I’m rich! Now I can do whatever the hell I want! Hahaha…
With her pockets full. Rhea hummed a tune as she headed toward a fancy restaurant on campus.
From afar, she looked a bit like a lunatic who’d just escaped an asylum–excited, a little wild, and just the slightest bit unnerving.
On her way, she ran into Brenda outside the library.
Brenda had just come out of the library and was already hearing students gossiping about Rhea’s cheer squad for the concert.
She knew that Rhea had been using Ivy’s name to draw in all these students.
The lure of a photo with Ivy had proven irresistible.
These students, many hundreds of dollars poorer, had locked to the concert with that single goal in mind.
They were all here for Ivy and Luminous Studio.
If Ivy wasn’t aware of what was going on, the fallout could be catastrophic as it could ruin her career.
Rhea spotted Brenda and said with a smug smile, ‘So, Brenda, what do you think? Isn’t my cheer squad impressive?
Just picture it–hundreds of students in the T–shirts I got them, all cheering for me in the audience. Isn’t it spectacular?
“Aren’t you starting to feel like sharing the stage with me is just a tragic mistake on your part? Hahaha….
“Well, what can I say? This is a world of survival of the fittest. Competition is the main theme of our time. and true power is the ultimate strength! Hahaha..
“Well, congratulations to you,” Brenda replied with a calm smile. She glanced at the green lawn near the front gates, where more and more students were gathering as part of Rhea’s fan club.
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Brenda was silent for a moment, then couldn’t help but add, “Rhea, let me just remind you; Ivy is your sister, and you should consider her reputation carefull
“Have you confirmed with Ivy and her team that they’re
ok “ending this concert?
“Because if they aren’t, this won’t just affect you–it could completely derail Ivy’s career.
“A celebrity like Ivy has extremely strict rules from her agency.
“If she breaks them, she could face huge penalties, or worse, lose her career entirely.
Rhea was slightly taken aback, but then she scoffed, “Brenda, I know exactly what’s going on with you!
“You’re just jealous of me. Seeing my sister and her crew coming to support me is making you feel inadequate!
“You’re all bitter because so many people came to cheerime on, and you can’t stand it.”
With that. Rhea held up her phone in Brenda’s face, showing off a conversation. “See this? This is my chat with my sister–she promised she’d be there! Disappointed, aren’t you? Haha!”
Brenda saw lvy’s profile picture on Rhea’s phone screen.
She decided not to say anything more.
Maybe her worries were unnecessary.
Perhaps Ivy really did know about this event.
Without saying another word, Brenda stepped around Rhea and headed toward the cafeteria.
Brenda and Rhea didn’t eat at the same place.
Brenda typically ate at the public cafeteria.
Rhea, on the other hand, often dined at the more exclusive cafe on campus with the wealthier students.
Rhea watched Brenda’s retreating figure and shook her head with a smirk.
He turned and greeted a group of exchange students as she walked into the upscale cafe alongside them.
Meanwhile, in the cafeteria, Brenda listened to the students around her discussing Ivy and Luminous Studio.
After a moment’s hesitation, she pulled out her phone and sent a message to Robin.
“Robin, is Ivy coming to Brighton University today?”
Robin replied, “Indeed, how did you know? She’s planning to attend your campus concert.”
“Oh, so it’s really happening… Brenda thought about it, then laughed to herself and decided not to ask anything further.
At 1:30 p.m., Brenda changed into the 300 dollars performance outfit she’d ordered online.
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She also took out the luxurious set of makeup product gifted to her by Madam Stephanie.
These were some of the world’s most prestigious makeup brands.
Ever since receiving them, Brenda had never used ther
Sarah had even hired a top makeup artist to give her lessons in makeup application.
But Brenda didn’t usually like to wear makeup.
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Since the concert had special requirements, and her department leaders were hoping she’d place well, she decided to put in the extra effort.
Brenda and Rhea were in the same administrative class but in different departments.
Brenda was
resenting the Economics and Management Department in the competition, so she wanted
to make sure she was well–prepared.
She carefully applied a small amount of the high–end makeup.
Just as she was finishing, Rhea, Karen, and Matilda walked in and noticed Brenda in her outfit.
Rhea smirked in disdain, “Brenda, where’d you dig up that outfit from? A bargain bin? What, did it cost you
30 bucks? And look at that cheap makeup! Let
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Brenda ignored Rhea’s mocking remarks.
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She pondered the root of their antagonism, unable to grasp why their shared living situation hadn’t fostered a sense of community.
When she was little, Marrisa had taught her to treat people with kindness.
Marrisa would often say that the connections we make in life are precious.
Meeting someone in this lifetime is already a blessing.
Even if you can’t be close friends, there’s no need to harm one another.
After all, once this life ends, you’ll likely never meet again.
But Robin had taught her that while kindness is important, one must also be sharp when dealing with malicious people.
When Brenda first moved in, she hadn’t paid much attention to Rhea’s behavior.
But over the semester, she’d started to notice Rhea’s unfriendly attitude more and more.
Every day, Rhea would flaunt her connection to her famous sister, Ivy.
Rhea was oblivious to the true extent of Robin’s influence. She had no idea that even Ivy, and even Leonardo, the head of Luminous Studio, treated him with deference.
Brenda couldn’t help but wonder how Ivy would react if she witnessed Rhea’s behavior.
The thought of Rhea flaunting her supposed connection to Ivy while simultaneously treating Robin’s younger sister with such disdain was unsettling.
Brenda hoped Robin wouldn’t find out about this situation.
Otherwise, Ivy’s career could be in serious jeopardy.
Brenda was well aware of Robin’s approach–if someone crossed him, he wouldn’t hesitate to retaliate, no matter who they were.
Not even Ivy would be given any leniency.
Brenda’s silence only fueled Rhea’s arrogance. She sauntered over to Brenda’s table, snatched up a lipstick, and let out a disdainful sneer.
“Oh, so you’re actually using makeup? Haha, it must be cheap stuff, right?
“Wow! It even has Ardanic on it, hahaha….
“But then again, the labels on street–market trash are always in Ardanic too.
“Look at my makeup set! I bought it online for over 100 bucks!”
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Brenda didn’t want to respond.
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She didn’t bother explaining that the two sets of makeup Stephanie had gifted her were worth over 3 million dollars.
Even Ivy herself wouldn’t be able to afford them.
Brenda was just about to put her makeup away when Rhea reached out and shoved her makeup box off the table.
Its contents scattered across the floor, and a lipstick worth 50,000 dollars snapped in half.
Brenda, now furious, said. “Rhea, what’s your problem?
Ive been trying to ignore you, but you keep pushing i Aren’t you tired of this petty nonsense?
“Do you even know how much this makeup set costs? It was a gift from Madam Stephanie of the Rogarios: it was worth over three million dollars!
“Now tell me, should I make you pay for it or what?”
Rhea laughed loudly. Three million dollars? Do you think this trash is worth that much?
“Are you broke and desperate, trying to scam people? That’s the funniest thing I’ve ever heard!”
Brenda smirked. “Alright, Rhea. I’ve recorded all of this. Get ready to receive a lawyer’s letter.
“I’m going to keep all these items in their current state. If you think this three million dollars is a lie, we’ll let the world’s top makeup experts verify its authenticity in court. We’ll see if it’s real or not!”
Rhea hesitated for a second.
Then, she laughed along with Karen and Matilda. “Fine. I admit I broke it. Go ahead, bring in a lawyer–11 pay for it. A few bucks for some cheap trash? I can cover that anytime!”
“Alright!” Brenda finished recording the evidence, capturing Rhea’s comments.
She then carefully packed up the broken makeup items
She pointed to the surveillance camera hanging over her bed. “Everything’s recorded and saved on my phone, Rhea. Let’s wait for the lawyer, shall we?”
“A lawyer?” Rhea laughed mockingly. “You think you can afford a lawyer, huh?
“Brenda, if you actually bring a lawyer here, I’ll pay whatever you want. Heck, I could pay you right now if you want a few bucks.
Brenda didn’t say anything else. She gathered her things and left the dorm.
At 1:50 p.m.
Brenda and Rhea arrived at the university’s largest auditorium.
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This hall could accommodate over 3,000 people..
Rhea had managed to reserve 300 seats for her “cheer squad”
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She’d promised these 300 people that they’d get a photo op with Ivy and a souvenir photo afterward.
About 20 minutes earlier, Rhea’s 300–members cheer squad had already entered the hall.
They were all wearing the 3–dollars T–shirts Rhea had ordered.
Of course, none of them knew that she’d only spent 3 dollars each.
To them, Rhea had claimed each shirt was worth 300 dollars.
As soon as these 300 students entered the auditorium, they started cheering and chanting for Rhea in
The spectacle was impressive, to say the least.
Out of all the performers in the concert, Rhea undoubtedly had the largest fanbase.
Outside the auditorium, even more fans had gathered, all shouting Rhea’s name in support
It almost looked like the entire area around the concert venue was filled with Rhea’s supporters.
Anyone unaware of the situation might’ve thought Rhea was some kind of international superstar.
Most of these fans weren’t even interested in the concert itself.
They were all eagerly waiting for Ivy and the big names from Luminous Studio to arrive.
Inside the auditorium, Rhea’s fans had reserved several seats for Ivy and her team, leaving a section open? in the middle.
Seats near the stage were the most coveted prize.
The competition was so intense that it even sparked a physical altercation between a group of girls vying. for the closest spots.
If the security guards hadn’t stepped in, clothes might’ve been torn.
The fight was brutal.
Two of the girls emerged from the scuffle with handfuls of hair ripped from their scalps, leaving behind noticeable bald patches.
Finally, under Rhea’s coordination, it was decided that anyone willing to pay an extra 2,000 dollars could sit near the reserved seats.
One girl, desperate to sit as close as possible to Ivy’s spot, borrowed 3,000 dollars from 13 friends to secure her place.
Another girl took out a small loan online for 3,000 dollars.
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Others, who wanted seats close to the center, each paid 2,000 dollars to secure their spots.
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These girls had all gone to great lengths, ordering expensive outfits online and getting their hair and makeup done professionally for the occasion.
Soon, they’d be taking photos with Ivy and the major directors and actors from Luminous Studio.
This was the highlight of their lives.
Each of them looked like they were dressed for a wedding, attracting curious glances from other students in the auditorium.
Standing on stage, Rhea looked out at her impressive cheer squad, feeling a surge of satisfaction down to every cell in her body.
This was the life–being the queen at the center of it all, basking in everyone’s admiration!
She glanced at Brenda, who stood quietly beside her, and sneered, “Brenda, is that all your cheer squad could muster? It’d be better if they didn’t come at all.”
Brenda replied calmly, “How many people I bring is none of your business.”
As she spoke, she glanced over at a corner of the auditorium where Marrisa, Robin, Joanna, and Marge were seated. A warm smile spread across her face.
At a moment like this, having her closesi loved ones there to clap and cheer for her was the happiest, most treasured blessing of her life.
Today, Marrisa had dressed in a clean, fresh outfit.
She’d even styled her hair and had ordered a few small flags from a print shop near campus with the words–Go, Brenda!”
In the crowd, Marrisa, Robin, Joanna, and Marge waved their little flags, and Brenda’s smile grew even brighter.
At that moment, she felt like the luckiest person in the world.
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Marrisa and her friends waved their flags in support, quickly drawing the attention of the entire audience.
For a moment, thousands of eyes turned to look at Marrisa, Robin, and the other two.
Marrisa had dressed up specially for Brenda’s campus concert tonight,
But compared to the fan group for Rhea’s supporters, her outfit looked pretty plain.
Robin, as always, was in his usual casual clothes–clean and simple, yet still dignified.
Joanna wore her prettiest new outfit today.
It wasn’t flashy or extravagant, but it was fresh, elegant, and had a unique charm.
Despite the simplicity of her clothes, they couldn’t hide Joanna’s breathtaking beauty.
Meanwhile, Marge was still wearing her work uniform from the school cafeteria..
The four of them, sitting in a corner of the hall, stood out in their own way.
Up on the contestants‘ stage, Rhea pointed at Robin and the others and laughed exaggeratedly.
“Brenda, your friends and fans look like a gang of beggars. Hahaha….
The sudden silence made Rhea’s voice, amplified by the microphone, sound particularly harsh.
The 4,000–seat auditorium at Brighton University was filled with an almost suffocating quiet.
Thousands of gazes, each with a different expression, seemed to be sizing up Robin, Brenda, Marrisa, Joanna, and Marge.
Seeing the situation, Karen suddenly stood up, raised her arm, and called out loudly, “Go Rhea! Rhea’s the
best!
As soon as she shouted, Rhea’s massive fan group of 300 people immediately followed suit. The whole hall echoed with chants of, “Go Rheal Rhea’s the best!”
Then, they began singing a track from Ivy’s new album, “The Joke’s On Me“.
“I gave you my heart, but I was just a side character…
“Turns out the joke
was
I loved you with everything I had, only to end up with empty dreams.
All I can do is let go.
“Helplessly hiding the pain.
“Tears won’t let you see clearly
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“I gave you my best…
“While I took all the grief…
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As Rhea’s supporters sang the song, their intentions were crystal clear.
They used the song to paint Brenda as the joke in the lyrics, mocking her for even thinking she could. compete with Rhea on the same stage and fight for the campus concert crown. To them, it was pure overconfidence.
Seeing this, Marrisa felt they were bullying Brenda.
In her frustration, she suddenly climbed onto her chain waving her flag high and shouting, “Go Brenda! Brenda’s the best!”
But no matter how hard she yelled, her voice couldn’t overpower the deafening cheers of Rhea’s 300- person fan group.
Suddenly, the leader of Rhea’s fan group made a hand gesture, and the entire fan club fell silent.
No more singing, laughing, or noise,
The only sound in the massive auditorium was Marrisas lone voice. She stood on the chair, waving her flag with all her might, shouting passionately, “Go Brenda! Brenda’s the best!”
Thousands of eyes turned to look at Marrisa, her small frame standing tall on the chair. Her enthusiasm and determination caught their attention, but there was also a hint of ridicule in their gazes.
However, Brenda broke into a radiant smile. She joined in with Marrisa, laughing as she called out, “I am the best! Go me! Hahaha!”
Their complete disregard for the mockery around them ignited something in Joanna and Marge.
Marge pulled Joanna up onto a chair, insisting she join Marrisa. The three of them stood together, waving their flags and shouting as one.
Robin was stunned by their boldness, watching in awe as the three women threw themselves into their cheers. For a moment, he just stood there, dumbfounded.
Marrisa noticed and slapped him lightly on the arm, snapping him out of his daze. “Get up! Join us!” she urged.
“Alright!” Robin laughed, standing up and raising his flag high. He shouted at the top of his lungs, “Go Brenda! Brenda’s the best!”
The entire auditorium suddenly witnessed a scene that was both ridiculous and heartwarming.
What started as a moment of scorn and mockery gradually shifted into something unexpectedly touching. People who had been watching for entertainment began to feel a strange admiration for Brenda. Despite having only four people in her fan group, their energy and presence rivaled Rhea’s 300.
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The drama on stage reached Rhea, who suddenly burst out laughing. “Brenda, just look at your fan group. Don’t they look like a bunch of refugees? Hahaha!”
Her remark sparked laughter from parts of the audience.
Brenda, unfazed, smirked and addressed the audience and the judges with a calm yet confident voice. Ladies and gentlemen, the size of a fan group doesn’t matter.
“As long as they’re the people closest to me, as long as they’re here to support me, even if it’s just one person. I’m the happiest I can be.”
Her words silenced the room. What followed was a thunderous round of applause that filled the auditorium. The earlier jeers and laughter were gone, replaced with something warmer and more sincere.
Rhea’s expression, once filled with mockery, darkened for a brief moment.
Her eyes flashed with cold resentment. Hmph! she thought. No matter what she says, a small fan base will always hurt her chances. That will cost her the competition.
Five minutes later, the competition officially began.
In the first round, the ten contestants each performed a song of their choice.
By the end of the round, only five would advance to the next stage.
The first round of the competition ended.
After the judges‘ scoring and the support points from the fan groups were tallied, the five contestants advancing to the next round were announced.
The top spot went to an international student.
Rhea, boosted by her fan group and the judges‘ scores, secured second place.
The third and fourth spots were taken by two students from the math and athletics departments.
As for Brenda, her performance of “Whispers of Adia” earned her the highest score from the judges in this round, landing her in fifth place.
She beat the sixth–place contestant by just 0.1 points–barely avoiding elimination and an early end to her run in the competition.
This result thrilled Marrisa and the others.
Overcome with excitement, Marrisa dashed onto the stage and gave Brenda a tight hug.
If it hadn’t been for the judges and the on–site security reminding her to step back, she would have given a full–blown acceptance speech right then and there.
Joanna quickly got up and dragged Marrisa back to her seat.
Watching Marrisa’s antics, Robin couldn’t help but feel emotional.
His thoughts drifted to those years he and Brenda had spent with Marrisa back in Terenova.
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Though the three of them had been poor and powerless back then, Marrisa’s unwavering love and determination had made every day joyful.
She gave them a warmth and safety that no amount of money or status could buy–a sense of home and family.
This petite, fragile woman had shown a strength and courage far beyond any man when it came to protecting her kids.
“Robin!” Marrisa’s excited voice pulled him out of his thoughts. “I’m already so happy that Brenda made it past the first round!
“Even if she gets eliminated in the next one, it doesn’t matter to us.”
Robin glanced at the time and said firmly, “She won’t get eliminated. Brenda’s going to win the title of Queen of the Stage tonight!”
Marrisa shook her head with a smile. “I know that’s impossible.
“Brenda told me that when it comes to the final round of the campus concert, it’s all about the fan support points.
How could the few of us possibly compete with fan groups that have hundreds of people?”
Joanna nodded in agreement. “Exactly. In the end, it really just comes down to the size and strength of the fan group. Brenda’s singing is top–notchi–she’s been professionally trained, and she performs better than anyone else.
“But our numbers are just too small.
“Not to mention, we didn’t prepare as thoroughly as they did
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Seeing the disappointed looks on Marge and Joanna’s faces. Marrisa gave a self–deprecating smile and tried to comfort them. “It’s alright. Events like this are all about participating.
“Besides, the timing of today’s competition happens to clash with exams in her Economics and Management Department. If it weren’t for that, all her classmates and professors would have come to support her as her fan group.
“So really, just making it through the first round is enough to make us happy.”
Joanna nodded. “You’re right, Aunt Marrisa. As long as she gives it her all, we can accept whatever
outcome.
Robin patted Marrisa’s shoulder. “Don’t worry. Marrisa With Brenda’s talent, she’ll breeze through the rounds and win the grown in the end.”
As they spoke, the host announced the start of the second round of the campus concert.
A total of five contestants had advanced to this round.
The first was an international student from South Agracia, Lucy Pascall.
The other four were Draconian students: Rhea, Brenda, and two others, Cassandra Benson from the Math Department and Shana Robertson from the Athletics Department
In this round, the two contestants with the lowest scores would be eliminated.
The three winners would move on to the third elimination round, where one more contestant would be cut, earning third place in the competition.
The two remaining contestants would then face off in the final round for the championship.
As the host announced the beginning of the second round, the campus auditorium fell silent.
The first to perform was Cassandra, the math student.
She sang “Highlands of the Heart and did a commendable job.
The judges were impressed with her performance and awarded her a high score.
On top of that, 90 students from the Math Department had come to support her as her fan group. boosting her score.
In the end, Cassandra from the Math Department earned a total score of 9.12.
The second contestant was the international student, Lucy from South Agracia
As soon as she began singing “Enduring Soul“, she captured the attention of the judges and the entire audience.
Even more, all the international students in the school had come to cheer for her, along with some Draconian students from Brighton University who had become her fans, contributing to her fan score.
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With her exceptional singing ability and the support of over 100 fans from various backgrounds, Lucy from Souths Agracia finished with an impressive score of 9.90.
When this high score appeared, the audience erupted in excitement.
Tonight, it seemed, no one would be able to surpass that score.
The third contestant to take the stage was Shana from the Athletics Department.
Shana’s performance was average, earning her a score of 9.40.
With this score, she temporarily placed third.
If either Rhea or Brenda ran into trouble during their performances, Shana would likely advance to the semifinals and at least secure third place in the competition.
The fourth contestant to perform was Rhea.
While Rhea’s singing could only be described as slightly above average, her fan group carried her performance to another level.
Not only were they exceptionally well–organized and enthusiastic, but they were also the largest group in the audience by far.
Their support points nearly maxed out.
When the judges‘ scores were combined with the fan group’s contributions, Rhea ended up with a total of 9.85 points, just behind Lucy, the international student from South Agracia.
This placed her temporarily in second place.
With Rhea’s current ranking, even if Brenda delivered an extraordinary performance, Rhea was guaranteed a spot in the third elimination round.
As soon as her score was announced, Rhea was over the moon with excitement.
She practically skipped off the stage, hugging members of her fan group one by one.
Amid the celebrations, some of her fans excitedly asked, “Rhea, when is Ms. Dickinson supposed to arrive at the campus concert?”
“You promised we’d get to take a group photo with Ivy, but it’s already been over half an hour, and she still hasn’t shown up!”
Rhea, knowing full well that Ivy wouldn’t be attending the event, had already prepared an excuse.
“Everyone, don’t worry! Ivy is on her way. She told me she’ll be here very soon. I promise I’ll make good on what I said, so keep cheering for me, okay?
“Even if she doesn’t make it in time to see my performance, she will definitely arrive on campus tonight to take pictures with all of you. I’ll make sure you get a signed photo with her!”
Internally, Rhea thought to herself, I’ll just keep them believing this for now. As long as they help me secure my ranking, that’s all that matters.
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The campus concert prize money is 10,000 dollars, and on top of that, my bank account already has 2.3 million dollars!
With that kind of money, I can do so much more.
Once the concert is over, whether boy shows up or not is no longer my concern.
After Rhea finished speaking, the auditorium erupted with cheers and applause from her 300–strong fan group. Their enthusiasm shook the room.
Even as the host announced Brenda as the fifth and final contestant to take the stage, Rhea’s fan group was still celebrating loudly.
As the music started for Brenda’s performance, Rhea’s fan group was still cheering and celebrating. completely ignoring the shift in focus.
Brenda’s voice was almost drowned out by the noise.
It took two reminders from the security staff before they finally quieted down.
By that point, Brenda was already a third of the way through her song.
The disruption was significant enough to impact the judges‘ ability to fairly evaluate her performance.
Watching the scene unfold, Marrisa quickly saw what was happening.
It was clear that Rhea’s fan group was deliberately trying to sabotage Brenda’s performance.
She leaned over to Robin and whispered. “It looks like Brenda might get eliminated this round.”
Robin checked his watch. “Not necessarily.”
Even if the judges gave her a low score, a strong enough fan boost could still bring Brenda’s score up.
As long as she scored above 9.43, she’d secure third place and advance to the next round.
And once the rest of her fan group arrived, they’d be a game–changer.
If they made it in time, even if the judges gave Brenda zero points, the fan support alone would ensure she took the top spot and won the title of Queen of the Stage.
Still, Robin decided not to share all of this with Marrisa Marge, and Joanna just yet.
He figured he’d let them enjoy the suspense, as if it were all part of a game..
Seeing Marrisa’s anxious expression, Robin patted her small shoulder and said, “What are you about? Brenda’s the most talented one here. Don’t worry, tonight’s Queen of the Stage will be her.”
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Marrisa blinked in surprise, then smiled. “Yes, yes, no matter what place she ends up with, we’ll think of her as our Queen of the Stage.”
Despite her performance in the second half
the disturbance during the first part of Brenda son captivated everyone in the room.
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Even members of Rhea’s fan group couldn’t help but be drawn in by Brenda’s beautiful voice and sweet
tone.
Brenda had a natural gift for music.
And, thanks to Stephanie, she’d been trained by one of the world’s top vocal coaches.
Her singing level was now world–class.
With that level of talent, if the judges were fair, she would have been in first place even without a fan
group.
When Brenda finished her song, the hall fell silent; you could have heard a pin drop.
Everyone was still caught up in the dreamlike atmosphere of her song. “Dreamscape“.
She had touched the hearts of every student in the room.
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The Brighton University campus concert hall was silent
The stillness was as pure and sweet as a clear blue sky.
Brenda’s voice, cool and fresh like a mountain spring, drifted through the air like a gentle breeze, enchanting everyone in the audience.
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Her song, “Dreamscape“, was like a clean, beautiful white cloud drifting in from the farthest reaches of the sky, carrying with it all the best hopes and dreams.
It stepped innocently into this vast space of blue sky and sea, creating a serene, ethereal atmosphere.
But in an instant, a shadow of mist broke through this vision of beauty.
Behind every dreamlike image was the harsh, grey haze of reality.
Through her song, Brenda conveyed emotions of helplessness, frustration, confusion, and struggle.
Her heartfelt performance resonated deeply with everyone present–each soul striving forward in life. weighed down by survival, dreams, and uncertainty.
“Living alone in this city, struggling just to feed myself, it’s exhausting.
“Who has time to talk about dreams? They’re just fantasies, really.
“When I wake up. I’m still running down stormy streets.
“Sometimes I want to cry, but I swallow my tears, burying them deep in my chest.
“Another year passes, and I sit on the street corner with empty hands.
“Only my dreams keep this numb body moving.
“Dreams, how old are you this year?
“You keep luring young souls, blooming and fading, giving me hope only to drown me in disappointment.
“Dreams are forever young
“You make me stubbornly defy fate.
“You drain me, leave me pale, but still I naively believe that the flowers will bloom again.
This song, the voice of a dreamer struggling through hardship, was brought to life through Brenda’s
soulful voice.
She wasn’t just singing: she was joining with every wanderer in the room, raising her voice in defiant resistance against the bleakness of life’s hardships.
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This deep sense of resonance went far beyond the song itself.
In Brenda’s performance, everyone heard a voice of defiance–a spirit that said, “Even if life dealt me bad hand, I’ll play it like a champion.”
Through her voice, the audience understood a profound truth about life the ultimate fulfillment isn’t in reaching the destination, but in constantly fighting along the way.
No matter how messy your starting point, you can still live a life you’re proud of.
As the final note faded, the hall was silent
Faces across the audience looked dazed and moved, still caught in the tension between dreams and reality.
No one wanted to break this moment that belonged to Brenda and the raw emotions she had stirred.
Even the judges and the host seemed to have forgotten their roles..
If Brenda hadn’t given a gentle reminder, the host would have stood there in a daze, not knowing do
what to
At last, he broke the spell, gesturing for the judges to evaluate and score Brenda’s performance.
In the back, Rhea’s stunned expression quickly twisted into one of venomous resentment.
She discreetly took out her phone and signaled to Karen and Matilda to post anonymous, malicious comments about Brenda on the live–stream platform, accusing her of possibly bribing the judges.
In no time, these two anonymous posts created a wave of suspicion online.
Viewers who had been moved by Brenda’s song saw their admiration quickly dampened by the negative
comments
The goodwill Brenda had built up was soon eroded by these rumors,
Though the final scores for the first two rounds weren’t affected by online voting, the audience would only vote in the final rounds to determine the top three, the online negativity had a strong impact on the judges.
The five judges, all respected professors from Brighton University’s music department, saw the accusations spreading online and began to wonder if someone among them had indeed taken a bribe from Brenda
A strange thought began to grow in each of their minds I didn’t get any payoff, so why should I give her a high
scoret
When the host invited the judges to give their evaluations, none of them wanted to speak first.
An awkward silence settled over the room.
Even the host was caught off guard by this strange situation
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Finally, he decided to address the first judge directly.
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“Professor Pauley, would you please share your though on contestant number five, Brenda?”
Melinda Pauley, a seasoned professor in Brighton University’s music department, was highly respected and had trained nearly a hundred successful musicians over her career.
After a moment of contemplation, she nodded to Brenda and said, “Contestant number five, Brenda, gave a good performance. It shows a certain level of professionalism.
“However, I had trouble hearing the first part clearly. I’m not sure if that was due to background noise in the hall or an issue with Brenda’s timing.
“So overall, I would say that if the first half had come through more clearly, this performance could have been perfect.
“Well, Brenda, I encourage you to keep working hard in the future! My final score is 9.13
When the score was announced, a collective gasp rippled through the audience.
Melinda, the most respected professor in the music department, had given Brenda such a low score.
Everyone knew that Brenda had sung the first half of the song beautifully–it was only due to the disruption from Rhea’s fan group that parts of her performance were hard to hear for the general audience.
But the judges, with their direct–feed headsets, would have heard everything clearly, even over the background noise.
Yet, Melinda still only gave her a 9.1. It was a disappointing blow.
After Melinda set her score, the other four judges followed suit, as if coordinated, all giving scores within 0.1 points of 9.1.
In the end, Brenda’s score from the judges averaged to exactly 9.1, effectively eliminating her from advancing to the third round.
The hall fell silent.
Meanwhile, the false rumors online about Brenda bribing the judges were instantly disproven. Viewers now realized they’d been misled, feeling regret for having believed the malicious comments. But it was too late–Brenda’s low score was now set in stone, a consequence of unfounded accusations.
Though few wanted to admit they’d been swayed by dark–minded rumor–mongers, every well–intentioned viewer silently cursed the malicious trolls and their toxic lics.
Hiding behind their screens, spreading baseless accusations–such people were lower than animals.
What frustrated them most was that Brenda’s incredible talent was now effectively out of the competition, preventing her from moving on to the third round.
It was a real loss.
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According to the competition rules, the contestants first tenres were determined by a combination of judge ratings and fan support points
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Viewers now feeling guilty, could only hope that Brev fan group might somehow pull through and raise her final score.
For Brenda to stay in the competition and advance to the third round, her total score needed to exceed 9.42, the score held by the math department contestant
This meant her overall score had to reach at least 9:43.
To achieve that, her fan support score would need to be at least 9.76
But that level of support was almost impossible.
Even Rhea’s massive fan group–the strongest in the hall–couldn’t achieve that score.
And Brenda’s side only had four supporters,
With such a small group, they’d be lucky to reach even 9 points, let alone 9.76.
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When the judges‘ final scores were revealed, the host stood there holding the microphone, momentarily at a loss for words.
The host, a vocal performance master’s student from Brighton University’s music department, clearly understood the difference between professional–level suging and amateur performances.
And Brenda’s performance was nothing short of world–class.
To see her receive a low score of 9.1, the lowest of the round, was baffling.
Respect among equals,
Great talent naturally recognized and admired even greater talent, and the host was no exception. She respected Brenda’s skill immensely.
Suddenly, her gaze caught sight of Rhea’s smug, gloating expression, and it all clicked. She immediately realized what had happened.
Rhea had resorted to underhanded tactics to sabotage her competitor–a truly despicable act.
In that moment, a wave of indignation surged within the host, and she couldn’t hold back.
Without even thinking, she did something that shocked even herself.
Instead of moving on with the program, she turned to the judges and directly called them out.
“Professor Pauley, Professor Johnson… do you truly believe the scores you gave Brenda reflect your professional judgment?”
Her words left the audience and the viewers watching the live stream utterly stunned.
The question she asked was the same one on the minds of many, but as the host of the event, it was far outside her professional boundaries to openly question the judges like this.
Meanwhile, the five judges were caught completely off guard.
Each of them had given Brenda a low score to avoid the appearance of favoritism, but they already felt guilty about it.
Now, being publicly challenged by the host, they were not only embarrassed but deeply uncomfortable. Melinda’s face darkened as she responded coldly, “Is this really your place to question us? If you think your professional judgment is superior to ours, feel free to file a formal complaint with the event committeel
“Otherwise, I suggest you watch your words.
“Take a good look. Every single person sitting on expert from the academy.
this panel is a highly qualified and experienced music
Do you think our scoring needs to be dictated by you?”
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The host’s face flushed red as she tried to explain. “Professor Pauley, Professor Johnson, I didn’t mean it like that. What I was trying to say is-”
“Stop talking!” Melinda slammed her hand on the table
“If you can’t handle hosting this campus concert, then get off the stage!”
Seeing that the host had angered Melinda on her behal, Brenda quickly stepped forward and bowed deeply.
“I’m so sorry, respected judges. This is all my fault. It has nothing to do with the host. Please don’t be upset, and please don’t blame her. I… I completely accept the scores I was given.”
Melinda snorted coldly. “Kids these days have no sense of decency!
Brenda turned to the host with an apologetic bow. “I’m so sorry!”
“And you think a simple ‘sorry‘ is enough?” Rhea immediately stepped forward.
“This entire campus concert was perfectly fine until you ruined it with your drama. “Professor Pauley, I suggest that Brenda’s qualification to continue competing be revoked!”
As Rhea’s words landed, the entire auditorium fell silent
The host glared at Rhea angrily and was about to speak but Brenda quickly stopped her.
Brenda gave the host a calm smile, then turned to face the judges and the entire hall. She bowed deeply once again and said, “Thank you to the five judges. Thank you to all my fellow students.
“With my score as it stands, even if I’m not disqualified, I’ll still be eliminated based on the rules of the competition.”
The five judges exchanged glances, a flicker of guilt flashing in all their eyes.
But not one of them was willing to admit that they had given Brenda such a low score to protect their reputations. None wanted to acknowledge that they had compromised their integrity out of fear of being accused of favoritism.
Faced with Brenda’s calm acceptance, they had nothing to say.
The hall remained dead silent.
Every student in the room, including members of Rhea’s fan group, felt a complicated mix of emotions- chief among them, regret.
This was, after all, just a small competition.
But when fairness was lost, it left a bitter taste in everyone’s mouth.
Rhea suddenly laughed loudly. “Brenda, according to the rules of this competition, even if the esteemed judges had given you high scores, with your pitiful excuse for a fan group, there’s no way you could’ve stayed on this stage!
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“Let’s be real–my fan group alone, combined with the fan groups of the other contestants, could have eliminated you outright!”
Her words were like daggers, stabbing straight into everyone’s hearts,
She wasn’t wrong.
In a competition like this, the judges‘ scores were important, but a massive and powerful fan group easily tip the scales and secure the crown.
could
“So, is that right? A campus concert with professional standards‘ operates with rules like these?” Robin responded to Rhea’s comment.
“You’re saying the scores can be raised purely based on the size of a contestant’s fan group?”
In an instant, every gaze in the hall turned toward Robin.
Rhea was briefly startled, then sneered. “That’s how the game is played. If Brenda can’t accept it, she’s welcome to drop out!
“In fact, given Brenda’s current situation, she’s already out of the running for the next round. All your complaints and dissatisfaction are meaningless!”
Robin smiled calmly. “Not necessarily. Brenda’s fan group hasn’t shown its full support yet, so who says she’s out?
“If it really comes down to fan power, then Brenda will be the undisputed Queen of the Stage!”
Marrisa tugged on Robin’s sleeve, whispering, “Robin, it’s just the four of us. How could we possibly boost Brenda’s score that high? Please, don’t make a scene.”
Marge and Joanna looked at Robin in confusion as well. “Mr. Ramsey, let it go. It’s just a campus concert competition. If she’s out, she’s out. There’s no need to make a big fuss and cause trouble ….
They all assumed Robin was about to disrupt the concert out of anger over Brenda’s unfair treatment.
But Robin just chuckled. “Don’t worry. Since some people decided to play dirty behind the scenes, we’ll just follow the competition rules to help Brenda. We’ll take down that trash right out here in the open.”
“Hahaha… you’re killing me!” Rhea burst out laughing, pointing at Robin and the others. “You think you’re going to help Brenda pull off some miraculous comeback and win Queen of the Stage? Keep dreaming!
“Alright, everyone, let’s show them what real support looks like!”
In an instant, Rhea’s fan group sprang into action.
Three hundred people raised their banners, waved their glow sticks, and began singing “The Joke’s On Me”
in unison.
The sheer force of their display was overwhelming, a show of power meant to crush any opposition. The hall shook with the cheers of Rhea’s fan group, leaving everyone in awe.
When people looked over at Brenda’s fan group–just Marrisa and her small group of friends–they
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seemed hopelessly outmatched.
After a moment of this show of force, Rhea signaled for her fan group to quiet down.
She looked at Brenda smugly.
“Are you going to step down on your own, or should we let the judges announce your elimination?”
Just as Brenda was about to walk off the stage in resignation, a far more powerful scene unfolded at the main entrances of the auditorium.
Hundreds of people entered, all dressed in matching fan uniforms that cost 10,000 dollars each. Every person held up a banner carved from jade, announcing “Brenda’s Fan Group, Second Wave, Entering!”
Two marching bands, moving in perfect formation, entered the hall from both sides of the stage, playing triumphant music as they made their way in!
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Two marching bands, each made up of 20 musicians, prered the auditorium, playing stirring, triumphant music as they made their way to the stage. They lined d on either side of Brenda, standing proudly at her left and right
The band conductor gestured for Brenda to stand in the middle, pointing to the sashes across their chests, which read, “Brenda’s Fan Group.”
Brenda was completely bewildered.
She looked toward the entrances, where more people were streaming in, each holding up an emerald- green sign reading. “Go, Brenda!”
In the crowd, she spotted familiar faces–Vera, Catherine, Kimberly, Wendy… practically the entire third- generation elite from Brighton’s seven major families and all the top social circles!
They’d come here to support her? To be her fan group?
This was obviously all thanks to Robin.
In that moment, tears welled up in Brenda’s eyes.
Robin, Marrisa and I only gave you a place to stay for two years, back when we were barely scraping by.
And yet, you’ve given us both a life of unimaginable brilliance and luxury.
She wiped the joyful tears from her face and gave Robin, Marrisa, and the others a radiant smile.
Then she lifted her head high, squared her shoulders, and cast a proud look at Rhea.
“As long as Robin is with me, my fan group will always be the best in the world!”
Rhea shot her a venomous glare, thinking to herself, Outside this hall, I still have thousands of fans cheering for me. When we get to the third round with the online votes, there’s no way these spoiled rich kids from Brighton will keep supporting you!
The powerful, majestic music filled the entire hall with energy and excitement.
Thousands of eyes stared in awe at the unbelievable scene unfolding before them, unsure of what they were witnessing.
It wasn’t until they saw the words embroidered on the marching band’s banners and the crowd of stylish, attractive young people entering from every entrance that they realized–this was Brenda’s fan group!
The display was absolutely dazzling.
Two highly trained marching bands entered in precise formation.
Their performance and ceremonial display were of the highest caliber, rivaling national standards.
Each band member wore brand–new formal ceremonial attire, with “Brenda Wins!” and “Brenda’s Fan Group” embroidered on their sashes and chests.
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On their arms, they displayed armbands boldly labeled with “Westeria Residence Honor Guard.”
The young men and women entering from every door were also uniformly dressed in elegant, colorful attire that looked incredibly expensive.
The men wore suits in black, white, and yellow, while the women were dressed in suits of red, green, purple, and blue.
The 50 people at the front held up signs made from jadi, glowing with messages like “Go, Brenda!” and “Queen of the Stage!”
The rest carried exotic flowers–rare blooms flown in from all around the world.
The auditorium was instantly filled with the fragrance fresh–flowers, transforming the space
vibrant sea of color and scent.
into a
As the audience looked on, mesmerized by the luxurious display of Brenda’s fan group, Rhea grabbed the host’s microphone and shouted, “They’re here to cause trouble! Host, committee–these people should be thrown out!”
“D*mn it! Last time she harassed Mrs. Lorelai in the cafeteria, I couldn’t stand her. I’ll go up there and destroy her right now!” Catherine said, bristling with anger and ready to storm the stage, but Wendy and Kimberly quickly held her back.
“Wait, Catherine, don’t be impulsive. Robin hasn’t made a move yet, and if you act now, you might make him mad,” Wendy urged.
Kimberly nodded in agreement. “Wendy’s right. Catherine, since we’re all here, let’s make sure this trash is beaten by Brenda fair and square.
“Rhea thinks she can compete with Brenda in terms of fan support? That lowlife? Let’s humiliate her first, and if she still doesn’t back off, we can deal with her for real next time.”
Catherine’s face darkened. “Fine, I’ll let her go for now. But next time, I’ll make sure she regrets it.”
After Rhea’s shout, Professor Melinda Pauley stood up as well.
“What are you all doing here? According to the competition rules, fan groups are supposed to enter the hall ahead of time-
“Professor Pauley, which rule in the campus concert regulations states that fan groups cannot enter mid- event?” interrupted Russell Watson, the Vice Chancellor of Brighton University, who had just arrived and now stood beside the judges‘ table.
Following him were the Director of the Student Affairs, the Director of the Arts Department, the Dean of the Music School, the Dean of the Management School, the Head of Campus Security, and several of the most esteemed professors from the Music Department
Melinda and the other judges froze, then quickly stood up in respect.
Melinda immediately stopped mid–sentence, swallowing the rest of her words. “Welcome, school leadership! We’re honored to have you here to offer guidance!
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Russell’s expression was stern as he replied, “Professor Bouley, while the camgnis concert may not be a high–level event, it still must uphold fairness and integrity!
“If a professional judge cannot maintain their impartiality and instead allow themselves to be influenced by external factors, then they are neither professional or dedicated.
“And for the record, no rule in the history of our campus concert competitions has ever stated that fan groups are not allowed to join mid–event.
“As long as the number of participants remains within the allowable limits, fan groups may increase at any
time.
“We are here only to observe and ensure the fairness of this event. We will not interfere with your evaluations. Please, carry on.”
With that, Russell briskly walked toward the group of third–generation elites from the seven major residences.
“Mr. McKay, Mr. Quintana, Mr. Elliott…” Russell greeted Zayn, Catherine, and the others one by one. shaking hands warmly.
Meanwhile, the Head of Campus Security quickly rearranged the seating, clearing the prime spots in the center of the hall for the distinguished guests.
He personally escorted the sons and daughters of these powerful families to their seats.
However, Catherine ran straight to Robin, stopping just in front of him.
“Robin, why did you text us and tell us to arrive half an hour late? We almost missed everything!”
Not long after, Kimberly, Wendy, Maverick, Vera, Cerys, and Angela also left the VIP seating area and gathered around Robin and Marrisa.
Robin shook his head. “I didn’t want Brenda to make too big of a splash, but some people just can’t help being awful. I guess I’ve been keeping too low a profile
Marrisa finally snapped out of her earlier shock, her face lighting up with surprise as she looked at Robin. This young man, who she had taken in years ago, had truly grown up. He never failed to amaze her, always bringing one unexpected surprise after another.
Meanwhile, the students in the audience were buzzing with excitement.
They’d already figured out that Brenda’s fan group wasn’t just impressive–it was composed of the third- generation elites from the seven major residences and top–tier families of Brighton.
In fact, out of Brighton University’s 18 board members, 17 were connected to these families.
With such a powerful fan group backing her, how could Brenda possibly be eliminated?
“Mr. Zayn, who from your group would like to speak on behalf of Brenda’s fan group?” Russell asked into the microphone.
Maverick didn’t hesitate. “Let Zayn do it. He’s the leader of our fan group.
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Instantly, the hall erupted with cheers and applause. Mr. Zayn Mr. Zayn
Zayn, who had been dragged here by Catherine, hadnexpected this at all.
And now, somehow, he had been pushed into the role of the leader of Brenda’s fan group
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The lively enthusiasm of the young women at the vente made Zayn reconsider his initial plan to step back.
As someone celebrated for his suave charm and undeniable talent, he couldn’t possibly shy away in such a moment to shine.
Michelle enjoyed seeing Zayn exude confidence and charisma in front of a crowd.
She especially enjoyed watching those smitten young girls go wild with admiration for him.
Only then could she feel a peculiar sense of satisfaction
“Zayn, since they’ve elected you as the President of Brenda’s Fan Group, you should go and pull some
votes.
“I’m sure the moment you take the stage, you’ll sweep up a perfect score!”
Zayn glanced around the room at a group of excited, hysterical girls and was instantly filled with passion. Suddenly, he had a thousand words he wanted to say.
“Alright then, I’ll go help Ms. Brenda win some votes.”
Russell led the applause with enthusiasm, then spoke into the microphone, “Let’s welcome Mr. Zayn of Brenda’s Fan Group to rally some votes for her!”
Zayn flashed a charming smile at the whole crowd of students and strutted onto the stage.
From her seat, Rhea watched Mr. Zayn take the spotlight, a wave of confusion stirring within her.
How on earth did Brenda, a girl from a poor family, manage to get the big shots from Brighton’s grandest residences and all those rich kids to back her up?
Is this some kind of illusion?
Then there was Robin and Marrisa’s entourage, a dazzling display of Brighton’s elite that could leave. anyone in awe.
Surrounding Robin were the sons and daughters of the city’s most prominent families and elite clans.
What kind of shady tricks had this girl pulled to convince the third–generation heirs of these powerful households to lower themselves and show up here, rallying votes for Brenda as part of her fan group?.
By now, Zayn had already made his way onto the stage, exuding effortless charm and elegance.
The moment Zayn stepped to the center of the stage, the 4,000–seat auditorium erupted with ear–piercing screams from the girls; “Mr. Zayn! Mr. Zayn!”
Zayn quickly soaked in the rush of being adored and admired.
With a small wave, he signaled for the students to quiet down.
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“Ladies and gentlemen, I am here today as the head of Brenda’s fan club to rally support for her.
“I hope that Ms. Brenda can make it to the final stage of this campus concert!
“I also hope that her beautiful voice can bring you all lasting joy.
“To make this wish come true, please give Ms. Brenda your full support!”
The moment Zayn finished speaking, the entire venue seemed to explode with excitement.
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The girls in the audience, who were Zayn’s devoted fans, shook with emotion, some with tears welling up in their eyes.
Many of the girls were in tears, overwhelmed by the chance to see Zayn up close and hear his magnetic
voice.
They all stood up, shouting excitedly, “Mr. Zayn, you can do it! Mr. Zayn, you can do it! Mr. Zayn, I love you!”
Standing under the spotlight, Zayn’s vanity was fully satisfied.
He turned to Brenda, offering a word of encouragement. “Ms. Brenda, keep it up!
As soon as he spoke, the girls in the audience echoed his words, chanting their support for Brenda.
In an instant, the fan count for Brenda’s Fan Group shot up on the display.
Rhea’s eyes quickly scanned the room, then she leaned in closer to Zayn, her voice soft and eager. “Hello, Mr. Zayn. I’m Rhea Chandler, a contestant in this talent show. I’ve long admired you. Would you consider helping me boost my fan count as well?”
Zayn was taken aback by the intensity of Rhea’s hopeful gaze. Just as he was about to reply, his attention was drawn to Catherine’s icy, piercing stare.
A wave of unease shot through Zayn.
He couldn’t afford to make such a rookie mistake.
If he did, Catherine would make sure he was publicly embarrassed, and worse, she’d go home and complain to their grandfather and father.
There was even the possibility that she might take the stage and kill Rhea with a knife.
If that happened, he would lose all his dignity.
He ignored Rhea and made his way off the stage.
Zayn made his way purposely to Robin and grinned. “So, Robin, what do you think? I’ve been leading your sister Brenda’s fan club and rallying votes. Not bad, right?”
Robin gave a nod of approval. “You did well. Keep it up!
A wave of pride washed over Zayn, and he raised his fists in celebration. “Yes!”
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But as soon as the words left his mouth, he immediately sensed something was off.
Zayn’s face fell,
and he hurried back to his seat.
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Noticing his discomfort, Kimberly chuckled softly, covering her mouth. “Catherine, your brother did pretty well today”
Catherine let out a light laugh. “Him? He was spoiled silly by my mom when he was younger!”
A young man sitting beside Kimberly couldn’t tear his eyes away from Joanna, who was sitting next to Robin.
He leaned in and asked quietly, “Do you know the woman sitting next to Robin?”
The young man was Kieran Shaw, the only son of Lord Southmere’s second son,
His father, Burt Shaw, had been a notorious playboy in his youth.
In his younger days, Burt’s reckless behavior and constant troublemaking led to him being sent to Southmere’s old family estate by Lord Southmere as punishment.
That exile lasted for 30 years.
Kieran had come to the capital this time to prepare for his grandfather’s birthday celebration.
He had also been invited by Kimberly to help rally votes for Brenda’s fan club.
Kieran had a particular fondness for women with an intellectual appeal, and as soon as he sat behind. Robin, his eyes were drawn to Joanna.
Curious about her, he turned to Kimberly to ask for information.
Kimberly noticed the lecherous gleam in her cousin’s eyes and knew exactly what he was thinking.
She was well aware of who Kieran was, a notorious playboy, rivaling even Hendrix from Northlorn Residence.
Having spent these years in Southmere with her parents, she had earned the nickname Southmere’s Biggest Jerk.
She leaned in and whispered, “Kieran, listen to me. Don’t even think about making a move on Ms. Leif. It could end badly for you.
“Do you see the man sitting next to her?” she pointed subtly at Robin’s back. “That’s someone you absolutely cannot mess with.
“Even Zayn and Elliott would show their respect to him
“Do you really think you’re stronger than Zayn, Elliott, or Maverick?
“Let me tell you, Hendrix himself was humbled–by him. Jeb, the heir of the Fioris, tried to make a move on Joanna and ended up getting killed with a single punch from Robin!
“Robin killed Jeb right in front of our family!”
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“Really? It’s not necessarily true,” Kieran shrugged, muttering to himself.
But his gaze remained fixed on Joanna, laced with desire, as he swallowed hard.
My grandfather is from Southmere Residence, who am I supposed to fear?!
At the very least, I’m still the grandson of the Shaws!
I don’t believe my grandfather would go as far as to kill me over something like this
She’s a woman with no background, I don’t care if she’s with Robin Ramsey or not.
For now, I’ll stay in Brighton a bit longer.
Any woman I, Kieran Shaw, decide to pursue will be mine!
Heh, Ms. Leif, you’re mine now, you can’t escape.
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Zayn was chosen as the leader of Brenda’s Fan Group by Maverick and the others, and his campaign for votes proved highly successful.
Under his influence, nearly all the girls in the venue ca additional recommendation votes for Brenda.
Even some girls from Rhea’s fan club secretly used their only recommendation to vote for Brenda.
In an instant, the vote count for Brenda’s Fan Group skyrocketed.
The judges had previously given Brenda a score of 9.1, and with just 9.76, she could surpass the current third–place contestant from the Mathematics Department, who had scored 9.42.
Before the arrival of the heirs of Brighton, everyone assumed Brenda had already been eliminated. With the support of Robin, Marrisa, and others, it seemed impossible to raise Brenda’s fan score to 9.76.
But now it was different.
Not only was 9.76 possible, but even a perfect 10 was within reach.
In the end, Brenda’s fan group boosted her score to a perfect 10, claiming the top spot.
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With a score of 9.55, Brenda eliminated the two contestants from the Mathematics and Physical Education departments, securing a spot in the top three and advancing to the next round.
The graceful and stunning MC beamed as she saw the score, quickly approaching Brenda. “Congratulations, Brenda! You’ve successfully advanced to the next round!”
Brenda stood in disbelief.
She never imagined that, despite the odds, she would pull off a miraculous comeback and advance to the next round!
The MC then announced the three contestants for the third round: Lucy, Rhea, and Brenda!
The hall, which could hold 4,000 guests, erupted in cheers.
After celebrating with Lucy and the host, Brenda rushed off the stage and ran straight to Robin.
“Robin! Thank you, you’ve made me feel so proud again.” Brenda threw herself into Robin’s arms, tears streaming down her face.
Robin instinctively reached to ruffle Brenda’s hair but paused mid–motion, careful not to mess it up. “Silly girl, your performance was incredible. How could this stage not have you? This isn’t vanity, it’s the glory you deserve!”
“Don’t cry, Brenda. Your smile is the most beautiful!”
“Oh!” Brenda, feeling the warmth of Robin’s broad shoulder, quickly wiped away her tears and smiled.
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brightly.
She knew that with Robin by her side, everything would turn to magic.
All the underhanded, lowly tactics behind the scenes were nothing in front of Robin.
Watching Robin and Brenda, Marrisa smiled through her tears.
Robin’s return after seven years left her utterly stunned
The homeless orphan who wandered from place to place had grown up.
Stephanie, Terenova’s Underground Queen, bowed before him..
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The heirs of Draconia’s Seven Great Royal Houses were also eager to serve him, offering their loyalty without hesitation.
It was a miracle so unimaginable that she hadn’t even dared to dream it.
She stepped forward, grabbing Robin’s hand with excitement. “Robin, you’ve given so much to me and Brenda!”
Robin looked at the tears welling up in Marrisa’s eyes and smiled. “Getting all emotional now? This is the reward for your and Brenda’s kindness. You both deserve it.”
Joanna and Marge stood to congratulate Brenda.
Before embracing Brenda, Marge did the unthinkable. She removed the scarf from around her neck.
At such a close distance, Robin could clearly see the back of Marge’s neck.
There was no trace of the mole the size of a broad bean that Steven had mentioned!
What was going on?
Had he really fallen into a mental trap, imagining things?
Marge, sensing Robin’s gaze, instinctively smiled before returning to her seat.
After greeting Vera, Catherine, and the others, Brenda made her way back to the backstage area.
The host announced the start of the third round of the campus concert.
At the end of this round, the third–place winner and the champions would be decided.
The scoring rules for this round differed slightly from those of the first and second rounds.
While the judges‘ scoring system remained unchanged, there were some adjustments to the fan group voting process.
In addition to the previous live fan group voting, this round also introduced online fan voting.
With this new system, after ensuring the judges‘ scores in the first two rounds, fan votes would account for a larger portion of the final score.
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Before the third round even began, Rhen was already foming backstage.
“Brenda, tell me you didn’t use any underhanded tactic to get those people from the Brighton residences to vote for you!”
Karen and Matilda chimed in, “It’s just a small campus event. Why go so far as to sacrifice your body for it?
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Brenda ignored them, turning and walking toward a comer backstage.
Rhea signaled Karen and Matilda to follow and deal with Brenda.
Karen immediately rushed in front of Brenda, shoving her. “What’s the matter? You’re bold enough to do something shameful, but not brave enough to admit it
Matilda grabbed Brenda’s hair, yanking it roughly. “Better drop out of the third round, or you’ll be
tormented every day from now on!”
Brenda, fuming with anger, shouted, “What are you trying to do? Let me go!”
Karen laughed and slapped Brenda across the face. “Do you have any idea what you’ve done? You’ve completely ruined our plan! If you don’t drop out of this round, we’ll strip you right here!”
Then, Karen and Matilda stepped forward, ready to tear off Brenda’s clothes..
“Let her go!” Catherine, followed by Wendy, Kimberly, Vera, and the others, stormed in through the large door at the back of the stage.
Rhea, watching from a distance, saw what was happening and quietly slipped away, returning to the front stage’s singer waiting area.
Karen and Matilda didn’t recognize Catherine and the others, so they snapped back. “Who the hell are your to tell us to let go? Get lost!”
Catherine twitched the corner of her mouth, shaking her head with a smile. “Who are we? Brenda, why don’t you tell them who we are?”
Karen smirked. “I’m the one in charge of publicity for the student union. I’m ordering you to leave this instant.”
Brenda gave a bitter smile. “Karen, stop causing trouble. These are Catherine McKay from Westeria Residence, Wendy Quintana from Quintana Residence, Kimberly Shaw from Southmere Residence, and Vera Silva, the current head of Brighton’s Lynch family,
“They’re all part of the 18 board members of Brighton University
Karen and Matilda were immediately stunned into silence.
The mere presence of Catherine, a ruthless little demon who could kill without a second thought, was enough to make them beg for mercy, let alone the daughters of major families like the Lynch family.
They immediately released Brenda and begged. “I’m sorry, please forgive us for not knowing… “Shut up!” Catherine snapped coldly. “Get down, all of you! I. Catherine McKay, will never tolerate any
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disrespect!”
Karen and Matilda immediately fell to the ground before Catherine.
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Seeing the situation escalate, Brenda quickly Stepped in, pleading, “Ms. McKay, they’re my roommates. Please, forgive them.”
Catherine sneered. “Do you know what they’ve been spreading about you online? Saying you slept with the judges! Do these trashes even deserve to live?
“Someone, take these two scoundrels to Sevenfold Crest and bury them!”
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Karen and Matilda never imagined that their bullying of Brenda alongside Rhea would anger Catherine, this devil of a woman!
“Ms. McKay, please spare us!” Karen and Matilda begged Catherine desperately. “Brenda is just a poor girl from the countryside. There’s no need for you to kill over her!”
“Rhea’s sister is the international superstar Ivy Dickinson. We’re just supporting Rhea, we should be on the same level.
“Heh!” Catherine sneered. “You idiots! You call Brenda a poor girl from the mountains? Her mother is one of the 18 board members of this school!
“The 300 million–dollars student aid fund at your school was donated by Brenda’s mother!
“She’s also the largest shareholder and CEO of Marrisa Global Soup Chain, with a net worth of over 10 billion!
“D“mn it! People like you have no right to look down on Brenda, let alone bully her!
“Brenda’s brother just can’t be bothered to deal with you. Otherwise, you’d be dead already!”
Wendy showed the scene of Marrisa donating 300 million to the school’s foundation, along information about her being the head of a billion–dollar chain group, right in front of them.
“Huh?” Karen and Matilda stared in shock at the scenic.
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They never could have imagined that Brenda, who had always lived a low–key life and blended into their surroundings, had such a powerful background.
No wonder Catherine and the others were standing up for her!
They crawled up to Brenda, begging, “Brenda, why didn’t you tell us sooner?”
Brenda shook her head bitterly. “We’re classmates. Was it really necessary to flaunt these material things?
“Do you think money, power, and status are the only things that make us equals, the only things that bring us together?
“If friendship is based on something so shallow, then what’s the point, even if we remain close?”
She sighed deeply. “Alas! It’s already not easy to be classmates, why Why make things so
difficult?”
Brenda turned to Catherine, her voice steady but full of gratitude. “Ms. McKay, thank you for stepping in to deal with them. After all, they’ve been my classmates for a year. Please, let them go.
“I truly don’t want my problems to lead to their deaths
Vera moved forward, gently placing a hand on Brenda’s arm, and gave Catherine a firm nod. “Catherine, Brenda is kind–hearted. If you have them killed, it will haunt her forever. Please, just this once, show mercy and spare them.”
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Catherine shook her head in displeasure, then kicked Karen in the face. “Fine, since Brenda has asked. I’ll spare your worthless lives, for now!
“But! When you do wrong, you must face the consequences,
“First, immediately post a public apology online and detail everything that happened.
“Second, Brenda’s identity must remain a secret. I don’t want Robin to know I’ve shared any of this. The only reason I even told you is because I was going to kill you.
“Third, if you ever dare to bully Brenda again, you will regret it, your deaths will be slow and painful.
“If you fail to do any of what I’ve said, you can start preparing for your graves!”
Karen and Matilda were so terrified they wet themselves.
They had never been this close to death in their lives.
If it hadn’t been for Brenda’s pleading, they would have been buried alive today!
“You two!” Catherine pointed at Karen and Matilda. “Sit on the ground across from each other and slap each other a hundred times. I want to see blood with every strike. Miss even one, and you die!”
The two bodyguards from Westeria Residence stood in front of Karen and Matilda. Seeing them slap each other weakly, one of the guards coldly said, “Let me show you how it’s done.”
Then, one bodyguard swung his arm and slapped Karen across the face.
Half of her teeth were knocked out, and blood sprayed from the corner of her mouth.
The other bodyguard did the same to Matilda, sending her teeth flying and blood splattering across the floor.
Catherine pointed at them coldly. “If you don’t start following my orders, I’ll have you dragged out and buried alive!”
Seeing their lack of strength in the slaps, the bodyguards brought over two wooden boards, each taking
one.
This time, Karen and Matilda were forced to go through with it.
Matilda struck first, bringing the board down hard on Karen’s face.
Crack! Karen’s vision blurred with stars from the force of the blow.
‘D’mn it! Matilda, you really hit me?” Karen’s anger flared, and she swung the plank, slamming it hard into Matilda’s face.
The two of them had completely lost control, caught up in a vicious fight.
In the empty backstage, the scene was brutal.
It was like two rabid dogs tearing into each other.
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Both were covered in blood, their faces and clothes drenched in blood and broken teeth.
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Brenda returned to the singer’s waiting area.
At this moment, the intermission warm–up dance on stage was about to end.
The first contestant, Lucy Pascall from South Agracia, was already preparing to take the stage.
When Rhea saw Brenda walk back into the waiting area, she was taken aback. “You… you actually came back?”
As she spoke. Rhea noticed that Brenda’s hair was slightly messy and her expression seemed a little down. “What happened to Karen and Matilda?”
Brenda didn’t want to engage with Rhea any further. “They’re in the back, fighting each other. You can go check on them after your performance. Oh, and there’s something I didn’t mention earlier, Catherine McKay from Westeria Residence nearly killed them”
Rhea froze, shocked. “What do you mean?”
Brenda’s Jone grew icy. “They were spreading rumors and insulting people online, all under someone’s instructions.
“And Catherine said that if this happens again, she’ll kill anyone behind such malicious rumors and slander.”
Rhea shivered slightly.
She knew exactly who Catherine was..
A devil you didn’t want to provoke.
Picking up on the underlying meaning in Brenda’s words, Rhea quickly changed the subject.
“Brenda, you were lucky to make it through the last round, but in the third round, it’s not going to be so easy.”
Brenda let out a cold snort. “A low–level campus concert, it’s just a game. I didn’t want to argue with you, but you’ve pushed me too far!
“Rhea, Robin said that I’m the one meant to be Queen of the Stage today I’ll make sure to stay through this round, and eliminate you when the time comes!
“If you see me as a competitor, then I’ll become an opponent you’ll never be able to surpass!”
Rhea paused for a moment, then sneered. “Brenda, are you dreaming?
“Don’t forget, the rules for this round are all about who has the most fans online!”
The young heirs and heiresses of the Brighton royal houses may have some influence around here, but outside of Brighton, they’re just like any ordinary person.
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“My sister Ivy is different. She has over 20 million fans worldwide!
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“This round is all about fan voting across the entire internet. How could you compete with me? Hahaha….
“Outside the hall, I already have 2,000 fans supporting me. They’ve started rallying votes online.
“And with my sister’s star power, no one stands a chance at taking the crown of Queen of the Stage from
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