When North meet South

~ 49. Unsual day in School ~

~22.01.2024.~

Teodora's Pov:

*The bell echoed through the corridors, signaling the start of another day. Ana, Kate and I made our way to class, weaving through the bustling crowd of students.*

*As we entered the classroom, I noticed something odd - the desks were arranged in a circle instead of rows. Mr. Jefferson, our usually strict pshyhology professor, stood at the center with a wide grin on his face.*

Mr. Jefferson: Today, we're going to do things a little differently. (he announced, catching everyone off guard) We're going to have a debate!

*Ana's eyes widened in surprise, while Kate exchanged a puzzled look with me.*

*Mr. Jefferson divided the class into two teams, assigning roles for each member. Ana and Kate found themselves on opposing sides, sparking a friendly rivalry between them. I was tasked with gathering research, while someone else were designated as timekeepers.*

*The debate topics ranged from the existence of extraterrestrial life to the impact of social media on society. Each argument was passionately presented, with Ana and Kate engaging in a particularly fierce exchange that had the entire class enthralled.*

*As the debate reached its max, Mr. Jefferson suddenly interrupted with a surprise announcement.*

Mr. Jefferson: Today's debate was impressive, but let's take a break from academics

 *He declared, much to everyone's delight.*

*With a mischievous twinkle in his eye, Mr. Jefferson revealed a stack of board games hidden behind his desk.*

Mr. Jefferson: It's game time!

 *He exclaimed, eliciting cheers from the class.*

*Ana, Kate and I eagerly joined in, forming teams for a spirited game of Scrabble. Laughter filled the air as words were spelled out, with each player fiercely competing to claim victory.*

*The rest of the day continued in a similar fashion, with unexpected twists and turns keeping everyone on their toes. From impromptu dance-offs during lunch break to a surprise visit from the school mascot, it was a day filled with unforgettable moments and camaraderie.*

*As the final bell rang, signaling the end of the school day, the three of us exchanged smiles and high-fives, grateful for the unexpected excitement that had made this day in high school truly unusual and unforgettable.*

*Who would have thought that the first day of school after the holidays would start like this*

*When the final bell rang, signaling the end of classes, we headed straight to our folklore rehearsal.*

---Skip time---

*Rehearsal was business as usual, focusing on perfecting our dance steps and synchronizing our movements. The folklore ensemble created a lively atmosphere, and the traditional melodies reverberated through the rehearsal space. As much as I loved the cultural richness of our folklore performances, my mind couldn't help but wander to the upcoming international debut at the Music Festival in Croatia.*

Ana: (during a break) Teodora, you seem a bit distracted today. Everything alright?

Me: (smiling) Yeah, just thinking about the festival. It's a big opportunity for us.

Kate: (enthusiastically) Absolutely! But let's not forget to give our best in folklore too. We want to shine on every stage.

*With that, we delved back into the rehearsal, our movements becoming a harmonious dance that echoed the essence of our culture.*

*The rehearsal continued, each step and note bringing us closer to perfection. As the day transitioned into evening, we left the rehearsal space with a shared sense of accomplishment. Tomorrow was a new day, and with it came the promise of progress, not just in our folklore performance but in the unfolding chapters of FolkBeat Harmony's musical journey.*

*The night settled in, and as I reflected on the day's events, the excitement for the upcoming trip to Croatia and the Music Festival filled me with gratitude. Our fusion of tradition and modernity was set to make waves on an international stage, and I couldn't wait for the world to experience the magic of FolkBeat Harmony once again.*