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Chapter 124: Heart of the Ocean

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last update Last Updated: 2024-09-30 14:36:29

Trista’s POV

“What did he just say?” My jaw dropped at the same time as Hazel’s.

“But there were supposed to be 12 entries!” Hazel whispered.

My stomach sank. So I didn’t make it after all. Even though my name hadn’t been called yet, I was still holding onto hope. But with Lucian’s announcement, that was that.

It was all over.

Hazel grabbed my hand and squeezed it.

“Screw ‘em,” she said. “What do they know anyway?”

I smiled weakly at her. I appreciated her sentiment. But the truth was, they knew a LOT. The entries they chose were extraordinary. I guess my design wasn’t.

I caught Lucian’s eye. He looked worried. Was he surprised, too? Had he really thought I’d be chosen?

Just then, a staff member scurried onto the stage. He handed Lucian a piece of paper. Everyone was silent. Lucian scanned it, then his eyes lit up.

“Ladies and gentlemen,” Lucian said into the microphone. “Looks like I spoke out of turn. The contest isn’t finished yet. I’ve just been given word that ther
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