The stage was still.
A single spotlight pooled on Zeno.
From the viewing room, Ian asked, "Has he ever practiced this?"
Shin shook his head. "I don't think I've ever seen him practice."
Hero lifted a finger. "Actually, I see him late in the night in the practice room. I think he was practicing."
Risa couldn't help but smile. That sounded so much like Zeno. He worked hard but never showed it.
As the intro of the music continued, Gene PD tilted his head. "When I heard this song for the first time, I thought only someone in Janie's field could manage it."
"Indeed," Janie murmured. "So. Let us see."
His teammates in the back shared glances that spoke the same thought. They wanted to win, of course. But a part of them also wanted to see Zeno mess up—just enough that they wouldn't win.
However, Oska narrowed his eyes. He had already learned his lesson. Underestimating Zeno was always a mistake. It was a disaster waiting to happen for the other guy.
