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The school festival...
That day everyone had been eagerly waiting for.
The atmosphere was buzzing with movement and noise.
Laughter rose from every corner,
and the large courtyard was crowded with students,
the sounds of music intertwined with the teachers' calls,
colorful flags fluttered high.
And the sun was shining gently.
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In the changing room hall.
Lavinia was standing among the girls of her section.
They were laughing and exchanging excited glances as they put on the agreed-upon outfits:
elegant Greek_style dresses, flowing lightly, and beautiful flower crowns adorning their heads.
Each one of them held a flower in both hands.
Lavinia looked at the height of elegance and beauty.
Her black hair, which she had carefully waved,
fell softly down her back.
White and pink floral accessories were woven through it.
The short dress that covered her soft knees suited her perfectly
and highlighted her grace.
She applied light makeup that made her features glow.
And on her head was a flower crown made especially for her.
Lavinia was not the only one who shone...
Even the girls of her section were at the peak of elegance and beauty.
Carla was laughing confidently.
Karen was adjusting her crown with a proud smile.
And the others were exchanging compliments.
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As soon as they stepped out into the large courtyard, silence fell for a few seconds.
Then applause erupted.
Lavinia moved forward at the front.
Behind her lined up Carla and Karen.
Then the rest of the girls of the section.
Their steps were perfectly coordinated, and the flowers in their hands swayed with their movement.
The students' eyes followed them in amazement, and whispers spread:
admiration, astonishment, and smiles that could not be hidden.
And suddenly.
With a prearranged signal,
the girls threw the flowers into the air.
Colors scattered, and the boys rushed, competing to catch them amid noise and laughter.
Voices rose, and laughter echoed.
And the festival finally began.
Everyone dispersed, each to their own destination, and an indescribable festive feeling lingered in the air.
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Lavinia then sat on the stands.
Watching the next race with shining eyes.
Rocky was about to perform the track race with some of the candidates.
He looked like a true knight, wearing an elegant equestrian outfit:
a blue shirt that highlighted his shoulders, and black trousers.
And a hairstyle different from usual that gave him a special presence.
Lavinia's heart fluttered without permission, and she felt a slight warmth in her cheeks.
Rocky suddenly turned around.
As if a hidden feeling had drawn him...
to catch sight of Lavinia sitting on the stands, looking at him.
The moment their eyes met, he smiled and waved at her.
Lavinia's face turned red with embarrassment, and she whispered to herself: "Damn it, why does he look so amazing today?"
The teacher announced the start of the track race.
Rocky took off quickly with the other racers.
Their footsteps struck the ground in the same rhythm.
Midway through the race.
They stopped at one of the tables, on which there was a glass box containing slips of paper.
Rocky quickly put his hand in, pulled out a paper, and read its contents with widened eyes.
And suddenly...
He rushed toward the stands.
He grabbed Lavinia's hand quickly, in front of everyone's eyes.
And pulled her along behind him.
Lavinia gasped as she tried to keep up with his running.
"Rocky, what's wrong? Why did you pull me?" she said while panting.
He replied with a confident smile: "The paper asked me to bring the person I was thinking about… and I was thinking about you."
Lavinia's face grew even redder.
But she tightened her grip on his hand without realizing it.
Rocky said to her enthusiastically: "Come on, help me win."
They took off together at full speed in front of everyone.
Lavinia was holding Rocky's hand, and with her other hand she held the flower crown.
Her hair flew in the air, and flower petals scattered behind them.
And Rocky ran at the front.
Together, they created a great duo scene that made all eyes follow them with admiration and amazement.
They finally reached the finish line.
Rocky bent over, catching his breath with difficulty, then said laughing: "We got third place… not bad."
Lavinia smiled and said: "Yes, at least we're among the top."
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The top three stood to be honored.
Rocky was awarded the bronze medal for third place.
He then stepped toward Lavinia calmly.
He bowed to her in front of everyone and said loudly: "My queen, I want to congratulate you."
Lavinia's eyes widened in embarrassment, and she whispered: "Rocky, what are you doing? Stop!"
He answered with a smile: "Yes, please. I want you to congratulate me on my victory."
With shy impulsiveness.
Lavinia removed the flower crown from her head.
And placed it on Rocky's head.
He was surprised, then smiled sincerely and said: "I didn't expect you to put this on my head."
He stood in front of her, looking at her with warm eyes.
And said with a pure smile: "I really love you."
Shouts filled the place.
"What?!"
"Is this a confession in front of everyone?!"
The students shouted while laughing and applauding.
Lavinia froze for a moment.
Her face turned red, while voices called out their names together.
Rocky gently pulled her again.
And moved her away from everyone with shyness and laughter.
They went to an empty place, far from the noise. Lavinia said in a hesitant voice: "Rocky, I…"
Rocky gently placed his hand over her mouth and said: "Lavinia, you don't need an answer. I just wanted to say that."
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