Various departments of the school were heading out on separate trips.
The Performance Department had set their schedule for next week.
Over the next two days, after counting the number of people who want to go, they could set off next week.
Following class discussions, many students eagerly signed up, though a few prefer staying home.
Overall, most students are willing to join in the fun together.
After counting the numbers, they chose someone to lead and coordinate with the student council.
"You can volunteer if you're interested. If no one steps forward, I'll take charge of organizing the group."
Quietly from the back, Kaylee remarked, "Who would want to take on the lead? It's so exhausting. What if the students don't listen and something goes wrong? Who could handle that responsibility?"
"I bet Zelena might be willing … "
Before the words had even finished, Zelena in the front row immediately volunteered by raising her hand.
Kaylee said, "See, I knew it! Zelena indeed wanted to step up."
However, what surprised everyone was that ...
After Zelena raised her hand, she surprised everyone by saying, "I believe Violeta would be a great fit to lead our class. Violeta has strong leadership skills. She led her squad effectively during military training and has the highest expertise in our class. She'll surely excel as a leader."
Violeta was puzzled.
Kaylee remarked, "Wow, is she serious?"
The class was aware of the strained relationship between Zelena and Violeta.
No one expected Zelena to recommend Violeta as the leader!
The counselor nodded after hearing Zelena's words. "Indeed, I also think highly of Violeta. Violeta, what are your thoughts?"
Violeta tried to decline, saying, "I'm afraid I'm not suitable."
Zelena immediately interjected, "How can you say you're not suitable? If you can't do it, who in the class dares to say they're better than you?"
With these lofty remarks, Violeta was thrust into a high position from which it would be hard to retreat.
Violeta's academic achievements truly ranked first in the class, unmatched by anyone.
Violeta's academic performance indeed ranked first in the class without question. No one could surpass her.
Now that Zelena had recommended Violeta, it provided the counselor with a clear reason to choose Violeta as the leader.
"Violeta, you don't need to refuse again. This time, you'll be the team leader."
"Okay."
Seeing Violeta agree, the counselor was pleased. He immediately handed over the class funds to Violeta and instructed her to use them wisely.
The class funds were collected at the beginning of the school year. A significant portion had been spent on previous activities, but Zelena had also contributed last semester. Therefore, there was still a surplus from last semester, totaling nearly 900 dollars.
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