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"From the music department in class 2-A," the teacher began to announce the participants, "Cecilion Reize."

"From Class 1-A," she continued, "Reijimin Li."

"Also, in the same class," she mentioned, "Aki Cerise and layla shion”

"As we finish announcing the 4 of the 7 participants from our music and art department, the three remaining slots are now open for anyone else who wants to join the competition. This is a call for the rest of you to take this opportunity and challenge yourselves to see how far your skills and creativity can Take You."

"Why would I be selected as a participant!?" I exclaimed, feeling completely stunned and surprised as I realized I was being pulled to the stage with Reiji.

I didn't know what was happening, but the whole auditorium seemed to be covered in whispers and gossip as my schoolmates all noticed me.

"Did you see that girl with the vice president? She was awfully late."

"No wonder! The vice president was never late for anything."

"Do you think she's the reason?"

yeah the vice president has been giving her special treatment

"Sit here," she said, and I felt like the seat was somehow reserved for her.

"...and finally, let’s have the SSG vice president, reijimin li for a closing speech"

As reiji went up to the stage, the voices of the other students who were chatting around me suddenly quieted down.

Reiji looked around the auditorium "as we close, Let us leave this ceremony with a message of inspiration and optimism to guide us in our future artistic journeys. Remember that art is about self-expression and creativity to explore new ideas and perspectives

“To my fellow students, Let us embrace the challenge of this competition, to embrace the unique beauty and power of art, and carry its spirit with us as we journey forward. Thank you, and good luck."

The boy beside me then said "You must be Layla," and I noticed that he was focusing on the stage without looking at me at all.

“Uh”

"I'm cecilion reize,it was nice to finally meet you," he added, but he didn't look at me and kept focusing on the stage.

"...Cecilion Reize?" I thought, staring at him. His eyes grew cold as I followed his glance. He was staring at Reiji.

"This art competition should definitely have a teacher in charge," Cecilion mentioned, giving me a pointed looks.

“I suggest you find out who that person is and ask them personally if they are willing to oversee the competition."

" music competition? " "Yes I would like to know which teacher is in charge "Ah it would be glenn "Glenn Yes, yes,glenn is the one who teaches music " Sir Glenn,a student wants to ask you about the Concours" i blinked.my eyes when i saw i man leaning its.back arros the wall and glared at me i gulp

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"Clyde" I called out, but she didn't seem to hear me at all. She looked annoyed, and I was shocked by her abruptness.

"What?" she finally replied, and I was taken aback by her tone.

"Why are you acting this way?" I asked, confused. I knew that she wasn't usually like this.

Are you okay?”I asked worriedly

"Oh and by the way, congratulations," she said, but I could feel something was off. Was Clyde upset with me? I tried to ask her, "Is there something? Is there something wrong? But she just walked away.