As time passed, the atmosphere in the front became increasingly enthusiastic, with laughter and applause that almost lifted the roof. Members of each Song and Dance Troupe were plunged into an unprecedented busy and tense situation. Backstage, preparations were orderly, while the host's voice from the front echoed, with people entering the stage from the designated passage.
"Quick, quick, quick, next up is the play 'Phoenix' by the General Union Song and Dance Troupe, please get ready."
As the leader's voice rose, everyone from the General Union was thrown into unprecedented tension. Members of the drama society held hands, each with a pale face.
Wu Youli was not the lead, but she also had a role in it. She wore a modified suit, playing the role of Phoenix's first mentor at the music academy, her discoverer.
"Don't be nervous, just pretend it's the General Union," she reassured.
"Right! You Li is right!"
