They Hated Me in My First Life, But Now I Have the Love System

Chapter 526: Outdancing the Laws of Physics

"She really went all in," someone whispered behind them.

A standing ovation followed.

Ava, trying not to smile too wide, bowed again and stepped down. But just before she disappeared behind the curtains, she glanced toward the royal balcony, eyes locking briefly with her mother.

Queen White nodded with a proud smile.

More talents followed, painting, fashion design, instrumentalists, even martial form showcases, but the buzz over Ava’s performance lingered like a shadow long after she had left the stage.

"Up next," the MC announced with theatrical flair, "we move to one of the most anticipated categories of the day... Dance!"

Cheers erupted across the vast hall.

A ripple of excitement swept through the audience. Screens lit up across the continent as online viewers tuned in with renewed focus. This was no ordinary talent display. Dance, in Omniora Academy, wasn’t just about steps, it was storytelling, technique, stamina, and soul.

Dozens of performers from various years took the stage in colorful waves of motion. From classical styles to cultural fusions, each dancer left their mark.

Then came Emily.

Dressed in a modest sea blue flowing outfit adorned with silver thread accents, she brought energy and joy to the stage. Her choreography told a story of perseverance, rising from struggle to freedom.

Her footwork was clean, and her transitions smooth. She didn’t stumble once. She twirled with control, landed with grace, and ended with a powerful pose that drew applause from all corners.

@DanceCritic101: "Solid technique, vibrant stage presence. Emily’s got flair."

Emily, year one — Score:

Next was Hannah.

moment she walked out in her deep plum leotard with a layered skirt that

met contemporary rhythm, and Hannah danced like she was made of water and precision. Years of training flowed in every beat of her

once, looked like he was paying attention, but he didn’t look surprised. For Hannah to

finished, the silence was

"Student Hannah, year one — Score:

just outdanced the laws of physics.

Then came Nnenna.

the stage with calm grace. Her outfit was elegant: a pale lavender dance top paired with a long, flowy skirt in soft lilac that fluttered

strings rising into a steady

different about Nnenna’s performance. She didn’t just move to the beat; she carried emotion in every turn, every glance, every rise of her arms. There was a clear story being

practiced hard, and it

her mistakes, barely noticeable, were covered with fluid improvisation. Her confidence never

White tilted his head, watching silently. Somto’s brows rose faintly, like something unexpected had caught his attention. Arthur’s fingers paused mid tap on the armrest. Carl’s gaze lingered on her movements, quiet

one in particular, "Look at

is the girl that

three — Score: 87/100 (A

a story with her body... you can tell she didn’t just memorize steps. She felt

stage, she exhaled deeply.

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more dancers followed, including cultural specialists and acrobatic performers. Some thrilled, others stumbled, but the energy of the room never dropped

the category closed, the