Under the spotlight, Lu Chen felt an unprecedented wave of pressure. Alan's frame-up weighed upon his heart like a giant boulder, making it hard to breathe. Yet he knew deep down that he could not afford to panic; he had to protect Huo Yao, and he had to protect their dream.
The music began to play, and Huo Yao slowly started to sing. Her ethereal voice flowed like a clear spring, cleansing everyone's soul. Lu Chen's piano accompaniment was as smooth as flowing clouds and running water, merging perfectly with Huo Yao's vocals and expressing the deep emotions hidden within the song to the fullest.
As the song ended, thunderous applause erupted. However, Alan's sneer cut sharply through the ovation.
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