Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism novel Chapter 81

Both Nydia and Hazel had high hopes for Violeta.

When a member of the dance club in the front row overheard Hazel's words, they scoffed and said, "If you can't appreciate it, then don't watch it. Do you really think the tennis club's performance is good? Well, you might be disappointed. Whether the tennis club can compete today is another matter!"

Hazel squeezed her hand, causing coffee to spurt out of the straw.

"What did you say? Why would we be disappointed?"

"Because their props were destroyed, it's uncertain whether they can perform now."

Hazel and Nydia exclaimed in unison, "What did you say?"

...

Meanwhile, backstage.

With everyone's frantic efforts, the props were finally rearranged.

Kaylee stretched her waist and said, "Mission accomplished!"

"When will they finish their dance? Are they going to go on stage?"

Someone ran out to take a look and coincidentally saw the members of the dance club finishing their performance.

The members of the External Affairs Department came in to ask about their preparations. Seeing that they were ready, they quickly made hand gestures for them to move onto the stage.

The host at the front reserved about five minutes for them to prepare.

Before leaving, Kaylee encouraged Violeta and said, "Vio, good luck!"

"Okay."

They moved the props, and Violeta was also getting ready to go on stage.

Zoren and the other three also cheered for Violeta. They left the backstage area to go to the front to watch her performance.

Lucy, at the front desk, came down from the stage with the members and happened to pass by Violeta.

The members of the dance club didn't expect her to catch up in time. They stopped on the stairs and watched Violeta go on stage. In the contrast of light and shadow, one went up and one went down.

It seemed that the outcome of this competition was already predetermined.

"They actually caught up. Haha, they're lucky."

Casey and Zelena exchanged glances, and then Casey said, "It doesn't matter even if they catch up. Our performance must be more exciting than theirs. Just wait and see!"

Lucy pursed her lips and remained silent.

For some reason, she had a feeling that they would lose this time.

Having studied dance for nearly fifteen years, it was the first time Lucy had such a feeling.

Moreover, if she hadn't seen it wrong just now, the dress Violeta was wearing seemed to be the costume of Irene Persley, the female lead in "The Prosperous Dynasty." She was also known as a renowned actress in the drama industry and a treasure of the theatre world.

Lucy's gaze froze, and she turned to look at Violeta's back.

The elegant skirt could only be achieved with real silk, as well as the gemstone embellishments on the shoulders and waist.

"President, what's wrong?"

"The dress Violeta is wearing … "

"Isn't it just the same style as the one from the affordable version of 'The Prosperous Dynasty' for nine dollars?"

Lucy was confused.

If it was an imitation, how could it have such a high level of exquisite craftsmanship and authenticity?

Suddenly, she thought of a possibility. Could it be that Violeta is the daughter of the White family who has just returned?

Lucy's heart trembled, but she hadn't had time to think about it in detail yet.

Beside her, Casey said, "Violeta is Lena's sister, although not by blood. The costumes in the drama 'The Prosperous Dynasty' are of collector's level. How could she possibly wear the authentic ones?"

"I heard that even museums were rejected when they wanted to collect the real ones!"

"It's impossible for ordinary people to even catch a glimpse. There's no way Violeta could be wearing them. They must be replicas."

Hearing their words, Lucy felt a sense of relief.

Furthermore, even if Violeta was wearing authentic costumes, she doubted that her ballet performance could be of such exceptional quality!

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At the front desk.