A Life Debt Repaid novel (John and Cordy) novel Chapter 768

Many people in the audience were moved to tears.

The judges gave their comments after their performance ended.

As usual, Hailey Zimmerman was the first one to speak, and she did so in her typical solemn manner. "Under Director Parker's guidance, I see a marked improvement in everyone's performance. Your team was in a mess previously, but your teamwork shone through this performance and it moved me."

All the actors were so elated hearing Hailey's comments that they bowed profusely in gratitude.

Hailey went on, "Amid the excellent condition that everyone was in, some of you really surprised me. Of course, it's not to say that the rest were not good, but it's just that these few stood out, such as Candice and Shanice who have improved by leaps and bounds. Continue to work hard."

"Thank you, Ms. Zimmerman," Candice and Shanice expressed their gratitude for having their hard work recognized.

"Everyone else did great, too. Keep up the good work." Hailey rounded off with some pleasantries.

Zoe heaved a sigh of relief.

Finally, she was not on the receiving end of Hailey's scolding, although Hailey did not commend her.

Two other judges gave their comments, and they were equally impressed by this team.

When it was Jay's turn, he unabashedly expressed his approval of everyone in the team, and ended off saying, "Zoe York performed very well today. I hope to see something even better next time."

He stated it so matter-of-factly, as if it was just a casual remark.

"Yes, I will work hard." Zoe bowed and thanked him.

After all four teams were done with their performances, Jay's team ended up scoring the highest and everyone in the team progressed to the next stage.

The competition drew to a close and the results of audience voting for the solo acts were announced.

The moment the results were announced, everyone was shocked.

Nobody expected to see Zoe rank third.

She did not believe it herself when she saw the screen, as she did not have many scenes.

She could not deny that she had done well in this competition. Her role was minor but there were ample highlight points. But the audience did not have such incisive judgment as professionals in the field do and they would tend to be attracted by the plot. It would be difficult for them to judge acting skills in such a short drama.