On the day of the school anniversary, the campus was adorned with colorful decorations and bustling with excitement. I had been looking forward to this moment because I would be performing a dance at the evening gala, showcasing my hard work and achievements over the past period. The stage was illuminated with brilliant lights, and the cheers from the audience surged like a tide, invigorating me.
I wore a white dance dress and moved gracefully to the rhythm of the music. Each movement was as confident and elegant as the dreams in my heart. However, just after I finished the first segment, my foot suddenly slipped, and with a loud crack, a wooden board on the stage broke. My body lost balance, and I fell to the ground.
Pain struck me instantly; my ankle twisted painfully, and a sharp ache shot up from my foot. At the same time, I heard a harsh scraping sound beneath me as my arm was cut by splintered wood, blood seeping out immediately. The audience erupted in chaos, and the scene became disorderly.
"Xinran!" I heard someone calling out. Through my blurred vision, many faces appeared anxious. Xu Wei and Zhao Ke flashed by in front of me, their expressions filled with panic yet tinged with a hint of satisfaction. With the help of on-site medical personnel, I was carried off the stage.
My heart was filled with grievance and anger; why did some people always want to obstruct my dreams? I gritted my teeth to endure the pain, feeling an overwhelming desire to stand up and return to the stage.
Before long, my parents learned about my situation and rushed to the school. Upon seeing me injured, they were heartbroken. My father said angrily, "We cannot let this go unpunished!" He continuously pressured the school authorities, strongly demanding that they review surveillance footage to uncover the truth behind the stage's collapse.
After several days of investigation, the school finally determined the cause of the accident. It turned out that Xu Wei and Zhao Ke had secretly used a chainsaw to damage the wooden boards on stage during the night, leading to this incident.
This news hit like a bombshell, shocking the entire school. When Xu Wei's parents learned of it, they hurriedly brought her to visit me in the hospital, accompanied by Zhao Ke's family as well.
"How could you be so malicious to do something like this?" my father fumed as he confronted Xu Wei and Zhao Ke without mercy. "We will cover all expenses for Lin during her hospitalization!"
"Additionally, I am willing to sell you half of the land that my Xu family just acquired at half the price, just asking you to show mercy and let my Xu family go!"
"Apologize to Lin right now!" Xu Wei's Father sternly shouted at her.
"You've already made a concession, what more does this broken family want? I refuse to apologize!" Xu Wei screamed.
Seeing my father's increasingly dark expression, Xu Wei's Father slapped her hard across the face and threatened, "Ungrateful girl! You have truly been spoiled. If you don't apologize today, you will go abroad and never come back!"
Xu Wei covered her face, dragging out a bit of a cry, and reluctantly apologized to me.
At that moment, my father looked at Zhao Ke, who was hiding behind Xu Wei, and disdainfully said, "So you're my daughter's ex-boyfriend Zhao. You may have a good appearance, but you're such an irresponsible man!"
"Fortunately, my daughter opened her eyes in time and saw your true character! Hmph!"
Zhao Ke turned red from my father's scolding and hesitantly emerged from behind Xu Wei, quietly apologizing to me.
I felt a surge of satisfaction inside, thinking, "Dad, keep saying more."
Although my body still ached, seeing them bow their heads and timidly apologize in front of me brought immense comfort to my heart.
Those who once mocked and belittled me finally received their due punishment.
I was no longer the Lin Xinran who could be bullied at will; I had endured hardships and gradually become stronger.
I wanted everyone to know that my dreams cannot be obstructed by anyone. No matter how difficult the road ahead may be, I will face it bravely and continue to pursue my future!
Comment 0 Comment Count