Bab 53: The 'Test' Tournament [2]

"Wow, you were amazing, Celia!" one student exclaimed, eyes wide with admiration.

"Yeah, I wish I had a bit of your talent," another added, their tone filled with envy.

"Besides, you're pretty too," someone else chimed in, the compliment laced with awkward shyness.

"I bet everyone's proud of you," came another voice, their words sincere.

"Your future is brighter than all of ours combined," a final voice declared, a hint of awe in their tone.

"#$@!?" many of them were talking simultaneously, barely audible amidst the growing crowd.

Students gathered around Celia, their admiration palpable as they surrounded her. She had just finished her match, showcasing exceptional skills that set her apart from her classmates.

Each of them attempted to get close to her, driven more by their ambitions than simple kindness.

Celia, unable to reject them and be harsh as it was never in her nature, smiled and thanked them one by one.