Chapter 731 However, the audience was displeased with Kristy's blatant favoritism towards Gallop Entertainment's trainee.
The discontent among the spectators grew, prompting the host to step in and restore order.
The dance, admittedly not exceptional, received brief comments from the other judges, significantly diminishing the show's Lively atmosphere.
After removing the highest and lowest scores, the contestant ended up with a modest 7.
9 points.
Lindsey couldn't help but smirk, feeling a sense of satisfaction.
Sumner was really awesome! The following contestants showcased their talents through dance or song, with the highest score reaching 8.
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No performance surpassed Sumner's, easing Lindsey's initial tension.
As tswiftly passed, Xiomara took the stage as the final contestant.
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It was a unique choice for this stage.
Aside from Selah and Kristy, Wendy Benson, a highly acclaimed veteran actress and esteemed professor at the country's prestigious film and television academy, brought her expertise to the judging panel.
Her seasoned abilities were not to be underestimated.
Lindsey harbored concerns for Xiomara, well aware of Wendy's reputation for delivering cutting remarks on another talk show.
Wendy's eloquence was as sharp as a blade, and Lindsey feared Xiomara, lacking a background in acting, might struggle to handle any potentially harsh comments.
Stepping onto the stage, Xiomara unveiled her carefully crafted theme-Unrequited Love.
Unreciprocated love felt like a personal struggle for Xiomara.
Her stage presence was remarkable, dressed in a charming blue and white school uniform with a high ponytail and subtle makeup.
The addition of a school bag completed her ensemble.
In her acting, she was on her way to the classroom.
As she glanced up, she spotted the person she harbored affection for walking ahead of her.
Shyness and excitement danced in her heart, casting a spell over the onlookers, who were now fully immersed in the thematic atmosphere.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmEvery move she made revealed her deep admiration for that person.
Xiomara lifted her gaze towards Sumner on the side of the stage.
However, he wasn't looking at her.
His eyes were fixed beyond the stage.
A subtle pang of loss washed over Xiomara, and fortuitously, this m unscripted emotion seamlessly melded into the unfolding scene. This was an unexpected turn that Xiomara hadn't planned.
Lindsey couldn't help but internally applaud Xiomara's spontaneous and impressive ability to react randomly. Lindsey glanced at the judges and noticed they were fully engrossed in the on-stage performance.
Wendy, in particular, displayed a keen interest in the unfolding performance.
Even after the performance concluded, the audience remained captivated by the atmosphere, taking a while to return to reality. Following the applause, Wendy was the first to pick up the microphone.
Squeezing her fingers, Lindsey held her breath, anxiously awaiting Wendy's remark.