"I announce! The victory of the violin competition three years ago is nullified! No one won that contest!"
Despite Morbor loudly announcing this, in his heart, he believed Xaviera was the truly deserving champion, though it's possible Xaviera no longer cared.
Maxwell Martin's legs weakened, nearly collapsing to the ground. Holding onto a chair to stabilize himself, his eyes were filled with despair.
Zara Woods, wide-eyed, full of shock, tried to explain. However, she saw everyone's disdainful looks and could only bear the anger, lowering her head.
Xaviera! I won't let you go!
One day, I'll make you pay for all the pain and humiliation I endured, so you can taste the same bitterness!
The Jaak family stepped in to mediate: "Bring Mr. Martin to the restroom. The banquet shall continue"
...
The gathering at the banquet was lively, and no one mentioned the recent events. Everyone kept it a secret because mentioning it would embarrass Zara and disgust the Jaak family.