Ryan hesitated for a moment, his eyes still burning with unspoken anger as he looked at me one last time.
But, reluctantly, he slunk back to his desk, and the hum of conversation finally died down.
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A month later, the school was buzzing with excitement as the centennial celebration approached.
Everyone was talking about the upcoming event — the performances, the guests, and the grand festivities that would take place to mark the occasion.
In class, our teacher stood at the front of the room, her voice bubbling with enthusiasm as she announced,
"This year, our class has the opportunity to contribute to the centennial ceremony.
If any of you want to propose a performance, this is your chance to showcase your talents!"
The students erupted into excited chatter, throwing out suggestions for performances and eagerly discussing their ideas.
But I found myself drifting into a daze, memories of the past seeping into my mind.
In her previous life, Linda was the one who performed a piano solo at the school gala, arranged by Ryan and Altman.
Linda, who had captured the audience’s attention with her flawless piano solo.
They had arranged for a well-known university professor to attend that night.
He was in charge of admissions and had the power to pull strings for certain students, allowing them special privileges in exchange for a stellar performance.
Linda’s show had been a resounding success, and she’d walked away with an offer that included an exemption from entrance exams — and a free ride to university.
And what about me?
I had spent over ten years practicing dance, starting at the age of four. I had prepared a beautiful performance, eager to show everyone what I could do.
But I never got the chance.
Because Ryan had found me, just a few days before the ceremony, and taken that opportunity away.
I remembered it vividly.
It was sunset, and we were alone on campus. The sky was painted in shades of orange and pink as the sun dipped below the horizon.
He had wrapped his arms around me, pulling me close.
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