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Chapter 207 Aren’t You Afraid of Losing Face?

“Maggie, you’re here, greeted Danielle Joyton, the teacher from the First Institute.

She was a woman in her thirties, with a great vibe that hinted at an artistic background.

“Hi, Ms. Joyton.” Maggie nodded in greeting, then exchanged nods with the other school representatives.

Sierra gave Maggie a cold glare and scoffed, “I can’t understand the school’s decision to allow anyone and everyone to join the competition. Seriously, does the piano contest only care about appearances? I wonder who’ll end up embarrassed when it’s all said and done!”

It was a blunt remark, without a hint of politeness.

The others knew a bit about the relationship between Maggie and Sierra, so they were completely caught off guard by how tense things got between them at the mere sight of each other.

Maggie’s expression remained calm as she glanced at her and said gently, “Well, thanks for the compliment on my looks. Let’s just hope the judges and audience go easy on me because of this face.”

Sierra chuckled scornfully, about to say more, but Danielle cut in.

“Okay, that’s enough. We’re all from the same school here. Maya, James, go get your makeup done. Your outfits have been sent over.

Danielle led a few people backstage at the First Institute’s spot and got everyone settled.

Except for Sierra and a girl named Maya Harper, who had their own makeup artists, the rest, including Maggie, relied on the stylists provided by the school.

“Don’t worry, there’s plenty of time. The opening speech will run for about half an hour, and then we’ll move on to the group match

Maya and James listened to Danielle’s instructions while they got their makeup done.

Maggie and her companions stood off to the side, taking note of the key information.

top universities were competing nationwide, each with six spots. However, Maggie’s School of Design only managed to secure one spot.

their number, and the computer would randomly group them for the

group consisted of six people, totaling thirty groups. In each group, there could have been students from the same school as well

group of six played the same piece, but only three could advance while the

many schools were participating, even though the pieces were short, the first round of the competition lasted

from the First Institute were scheduled to perform. So, Maggie and the others weren’t feeling rushed. Still, they took the

Afraid of Losing

if they didn’t face them in this round, they

another makeup artist here. You guys should get a quick touch–up to stay camera–ready. Remember, it’s not just about impressing

turned to the rest of

glance, she realised she had called out the wrong name. Maggie was practically the school’s poster child, known for her excellent grades and skills. She was often the

was no need to worry

was a guy named Jack Baker, who was a bit on the shorter side, which could be seen as a drawback, but he had a handsome face. Sierra also fell into the rich young lady category. Even though her appearance wasn’t particularly striking, she

from the School of Arts, she had a tall, slender figure and an

each one, Danielle nodded and

she was unattractive but because she was a bit overweight. Moreover, her skin wasn’t in great condition, with noticeable acne marks and scars, which made

handsome, cheerful appearance. While he wasn’t the epitome of refined good looks,

and Grace were already seated, starting their makeup.

last. Sierra, on the other hand, had brought along a makeup artist, a stylist, as

cameraman filming her even during

“Is she okay? Why is she shooting videos

“You’re missing the point here. After winning the championship, all this footage becomes valuable. With a large fan

hesitated for a moment, then nodded as if still uncertain. “Ah, I

few snapshots for memories? My photography skills might not be the best, but I can still manage a few decent shots,

You can take a few for me when I go on stage.” Grace

take video, and they’ll turn out much better than what we

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