Adjusting the microphone, Wendy gazed at Xiomara on the stage and asked, “Did you study acting? Have you received any formal acting training?”


    Two consecutive questions left Wendy’s emotions unclear, making it impossible for Lindsey to gauge.


    She couldn’t help but break into a nervous sweat.


    Xiomara exuded a sense of shyness when not performing.


    Pausing thoughtfully, she seemed eager to rify, saying, “I don’t have formal training in acting, but I’m diligently studying now.


    Thepany has even arranged a professional teacher for me.


    Is there anything wrong with my performance? Please point it out.


    I’mmitted to improvement.


    ”


    Wendy, however, found amusement in Xiomara’s hurried demeanor.


    Turning to Sh, she remarked, “This trainee in yourpany is so adorable.


    I didn’t say anything, but she appears quite nervous.


    ”


    Xiomara responded with a sheepish smile, nervously picking at her fingers.


    A gentle smile graced Sh’s lips as she reassured Xiomara, “No need to be nervous, Xiomara.


    She’s actually apuding your performance.


    ”


    “Really?” Xiomara’s eyes widened.


    She had only hoped to avoid criticism, but praise was an unexpected surprise.


    Wendy gave a nod, her smile warm.


    “An actor’s greatest sess is to captivate their audience, which is also the most challenging part.


    You’ve managed that today.


    You were excellent.


    ”


    Xiomara, still recalling Lindsey’s ount of Wendy’s stern words, was taken aback by her gentle tone.


    She was at a loss for words.


    “You really understood the essence and background of your role, and you chose a theme that resonate deeply,” Sh chimed in, adding to the praise.


    A bit flustered by Wendy and Sh’spliments, Xiomara blushed slightly.


    Carole, viewing things from the audience’s perspective, offered some constructive feedback.


    Xiomara humbly epted, keen to improve.Text content ? N?velDrama.Org.


    Then, Kristy’s voice cut in, less harmoniously, “It’s truly remarkable.


    Sh, I think Xiomara’s acting is nearly as impressive as yours.


    ”


    Lindsey felt a sense of unease and an ominous premonition.


    “If you hadn’t been in the director Vincent Lopez’s movie, Xiomara might have been the female lead.


    Haha, I’m just joking around.


    Remember thest audition? Sh, you got that role with a performance without any props.


    Did Xiomara copy that idea because you coached her secretly? Since Xiomara’s in the samepany as you, you taught her everything, didn’t you? And Sh, being a judge, did you have a sneak peek at the talent show’s detailed ns?”


    Kristy’s words sounded like apliment to Xiomara, but her real intent was to stir the pot.


    She suggested to everyone that Xiomara had an unfair advantage, thanks to Sh’s help, exining her great performance.


    The studio fell silent, then filled with murmurs.


    Everyone thought the act was prepared beforehand.


    Maybe Sh had leaked the show details to Xiomara.


    Could Sumner be involved too…


    Suddenly, the mood changed.


    The friendly vibe was lost, reced by doubtful, critical looks from the audience.


    In a decisive moment, Sh casually remarked, “If Kristy is curious about this, I’m sure others are too.


    So, Wendy, why note up with a new theme right now?”