Chapter 78 Confrontation
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Under the spotlight, I looked up and met Regina’s eyes on stage. I smiled faintly, not even bothering to hide the contempt in my gaze.
Her hand shook as she gripped the mic. The smooth flow of her speech suddenly stopped. Her lips moved, but no sound came out.
Whispers started in the audience. She tried to keep going and act calm, but her voice kept breaking. In the end, she just dropped the microphone and ran offstage in a panic.
Emily whispered beside me, “And here I thought she was so impressive. Turns out she’s just a coward.”
“Come on. Let’s go say hi.” I took Emily’s hand and headed backstage.
As soon as we entered, we saw Regina slumped on a stool, her face pale, muttering to herself, “Why are you here…”
“It’s only been a few days and you already forgot me?” I raised a brow, not giving her a chance to play dumb.
Emily crossed her arms. “Stop pretending! You tried to trap Amanda in the mountains just so you could win the contest, didn’t you?”
Regina’s eyes darted away. “I-I don’t know what you’re talking about.”
“You don’t know?” I leaned closer, my voice turning cold. “Do I need to remind you that you told Prunella to…”
Her whole body jerked. She fell off the chair, eyes wide with fear.
I looked down at her calmly, voice flat but sharp. “Relax. We’ll settle things one at a time. But first, I’ll show you how the thing you wanted most ended up in my hands.”
Then I turned to Emily. “Watch her for me. My turn’s up next.”
When the host called my name, I stepped onto the stage. All the spotlights were on me.
I grabbed the mic. The moment I spoke, the whole room went silent. You could hear people breathing.
I ignored the looks people gave my ugly makeup and just focused on finishing my prepared speech. Every single sound was clear and sharp.
When the speech ended, the crowd exploded into applause. I bowed and walked off the stage.
Emily ran up to me. “Amanda, you were amazing! Better than the recording!”
Hallie came over too, eyes shining. “Your pronunciation was so natural. I haven’t heard a speech that good in a long time.”
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Chapter 78 Confrontation
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“Thanks. I wouldn’t have entered if it weren’t for your encouragement,” I said, meaning it. My chest felt a
little warm.
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