Even those who usually stay calm were swept up in their feelings, and the air was filled with anticipation and surprise. The sheer impact of the moment could be clearly felt, leaving nobody unaffected by what was happening on the screen.
The intense spectacle held Xia Lihua in a stunned grip, her own shock mirroring that of other contestants.
Bo Yanyan's playful and forceful thump on her back snapped her out of the trance.
"Xia Lihua, snap out of it! You're on team B!"
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[In the staff room]
The rankings were scheduled to be disclosed to public after undergoing the editing process.
Director Du had convened all the mentors within the staff room. He directed a weary glance at Fu Heng and remarked with a hint of exasperation, "I've just reviewed the performances of the top contestants, and Xia Lihua's performance was undeniably the standout. Why was she not granted any pass cards?"
Director Du Li's tone was harsh.